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Getting around in Tyne & Wear


A new fares deal for all under 18s

 

Under 18? Then why pay full price for your bus travel when the new Get Around key smartcard entitles you to cheaper fares across the Go North East network.

 

A new fares deal for under 18s

 


Under 16s

If you are aged between 5 and 15 on 31 August (before the start of the school year), you are entitled to an Under 16 Card.

 

The Under 16 Card will allow you to travel in Tyne and Wear at a discounted fares. The fares are:

 

  • Single - 50p
  • All-day Ticket - £1

 

To apply for an Under 16 Card or for more information, please visit the Nexus Under 16 page

 

College students

if you're aged 16-18 and in further education, travelling to and from college can be pretty expensive - not to mention meeting your mates in town.

 

Your journey will work out much cheaper if you buy a weekly, monthly or yearly travel pass. Which pass you will need will depend on which mode of transport you use (e.g. metro, bus, ferry, train).

 

The Nexus website will help you choose the best ticket to buy - saving you time and money. Check out the ticket finder to see which option is best for you, or view the bus routes for local colleges

 

Nexus.org.uk is great place to find lots of useful travel information, including bus/metro routes and timetables. Use it whenever you're planning a journey - whether you're visiting friends, going to the cinema, or taking part in positive activities!