You can go by bus for just £1 or less!

If you’re 21 or under*, now you can go by bus for just £1 or less! Or, you can buy a £3 dayticket for unlimited travel on bus, Metro or Ferry for £3. So, if you’re going to college, work or just meeting mates – it’s a cheaper, greener way to get around. *Proof of age may be required. Terms and conditions apply.

About us

We provide strategy, planning and delivery services on behalf of the North East Joint Transport Committee (NEJTC) and work tirelessly to implement our vision of moving to a green, healthy, dynamic and thriving North East.

Decision Making

Working on behalf of the region’s Combined Authorities to develop strategies and deliver substantial funding for schemes which will change the future of regional transport.

Strategy & Policy

Strategy & Policy

North East Active Travel Strategy
North East Active Travel Strategy
The North East Joint Transport Committee has approved a new North East Active Travel Strategy covering Tyne and Wear, Northumberland and Durham which will form the basis of future funding bids which could transform the way we travel every day for work, education and leisure up to 2035. The new strategy aims for walking, cycling… Read more »
Making the right travel choice
Making the right travel choice
On behalf of the North East Joint Transport Committee we are working on a new strategy – Making the Right Travel Choice which aims to make it easier for local people make more sustainable journeys.  
North East Bus Service Improvement Plan
North East Bus Service Improvement Plan
The region’s first BSIP unveiled a new £804 million bid to Government which transport leaders are confident will transform bus services across the North East.
North East Transport Plan
North East Transport Plan
The North East Transport Plan sets out our region’s transport aspirations up to 2035. It brings to life our transport aspirations and includes a live programme of around 243 schemes which equal at least £6.8bn of transport investment.
North East Rail and Metro Strategy
North East Rail and Metro Strategy
Following the publication of the North East Transport Plan in 2021, the North East Rail and Metro Strategy (NERMS) has been created which sets out how Rail and Metro can play a key role in achieving our region’s shared transport vision and objectives.
Connected North East: Our Blueprint (2020)
Connected North East: Our Blueprint (2020)
Our ‘Connected North East: Our Blueprint’ document forms the basis of ongoing discussions with central government about regional transport and digital connectivity post Covid-19.
Latest News

Latest News

North East is celebrating Catch the Bus Month 2023
This September is Catch the Bus Month run by Bus Users UK and the North East is celebrating with the launch of new affordable fares for young
Young people to pay no more than £3 for unlimited day travel across the North East
Young people aged 21 and under across Tyne and Wear, Northumberland and Durham can now travel all day by bus, Tyne and Wear Metro and

Tyne Tunnels

Synonymous with the North East and comprising two traffic tunnels and a pedestrian and cyclist tunnel under the River Tyne.

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Transforming Cities Fund

Funding capital infrastructure works to deliver benefits to sustainable and public transport users across the North East.

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Have your say

Get involved in public consultations and share your views on regional transport matters including new strategies and policies.

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