Bus Fares
Using North East Bus Service Improvement Plan (BSIP) funding, a range of improvements to buses have been launched across the region, you can see more details about each initiative by clicking on the links below. More improvements are on the way in the coming months thanks to the region’s Enhanced Partnership between local authorities and bus operators.
21 and Under
For more information on multi-modal day tickets for young people who are aged 21 or under, click here.
22 and Over
For more information on multi-modal day tickets for adults who are aged 22 or over, click here.
BSIP Fares Product Information
Cheaper options may be available for your travel today, please check with the operator of your chosen service to compare prices. All tickets are non-refundable and must be replaced if lost or damaged. All tickets are also subject to the relevant operators’ conditions of carriage.
These fares may not be available on a small number of services such as tour buses and match day services.
| Product | Eligibility | Validity | Zone | Conditions of purchase |
| 21 and Under Single ticket | Available to purchase for people 21 and under (5-21 years of age) | Valid for one single customer journey on eligible local bus services | Valid within Tyne and Wear, Durham County Council area and Northumberland County Council areas only | Upon challenge, a valid form* of ID must be presented as proof of age. |
| 21 and Under Day ticket | Available to purchase for people 21 and under (5-21 years of age) | Valid for unlimited travel for the day of purchase on eligible local bus services, The Tyne and Wear Metro and Shields Ferry Services | Valid within Tyne and Wear, Durham County Council area and Northumberland County Council areas only | Upon challenge, a valid form* of ID must be presented as proof of age. |
| Northumberland Day Rover | No eligibility criteria | Valid for unlimited travel for the day of purchase on eligible local bus services | Valid within the Northumberland County Council area only | |
| Durham Day Rover | No eligibility criteria | Valid for unlimited travel for the day of purchase on eligible local bus services | Valid within the Durham County Council area only | |
| Tyne & Wear Day Rover | No eligibility criteria | Valid for unlimited travel for the day of purchase on eligible local bus services, The Tyne and Wear Metro and Shields Ferry Services | Valid within the Tyne & Wear area only | |
| TNE Day Saver | No eligibility criteria | Valid for unlimited travel for the day of purchase on eligible local bus services, The Tyne and Wear Metro and Ferry Services | Valid within Tyne and Wear, Durham County Council area and Northumberland County Council areas only |
For more information about the North East Enhanced Partnership or the Bus Service Improvement Plan, click here.
