There are many wonderful places worth visiting in the North East. From museums to parks to the beautiful coast. Our metro, buses, ferry and trains can help you get around.
On this page, you can find the cheapest way to travel. There are discounts for all ages and for those who have disabilities. You can also find support available to anyone who is disabled.
Click on the links below to find more information and how to get these discounts.
Children, Young People and Families
| Name | Transport | Ages | Website | Details |
| Children under 5 | Metro, bus, ferry, rail | Under 5 | Children under five | nexus.org.uk | Travel for free on all public transport in Tyne and Wear. |
| Kids go free | Metro, ferry | 3 to 11 | Kids go free on Metro | nexus.org.uk | Free travel all day every day. |
| Under 16 Pop card | Metro, bus, ferry, rail | Under 16 | Under 16 Pop card | nexus.org.uk |
Discount travel in all zones. Gives the cheapest fares for those under 16. |
| Pop Blue | Metro | 16 to 21 | Pop blue | nexus.org.uk | Discount travel in all zones. |
| Explorer North East | Metro, bus, ferry, rail | All ages | Explorer Ticket | Unlimited Travel in the North East | Network One | Offers a whole day's unlimited travel in Tyne and Wear and beyond. |
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Rail Cards |
Rail |
All ages |
Rail cards for all ages and needs. |
Disabilities (including learning disabilities)
| Name | Transport | Website | Details |
| Concessionary Travel Pass (CT pass) | Metro, bus, ferry, rail |
For people with disabilities including learning disabilities. Free and heavily discounted travel. |
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| Metro Gold Card | Metro | Metro Gold Card | nexus.org.uk |
Yearly discount for travel. Requires a Concessionary Travel Pass. |
| Disabled Persons Railcard | Rail | Disabled Persons Railcard | Official Retailer | National Rail | Get 1/3 off adult rail travel with a Disabled Persons Railcard. |
| TaxiCard | Taxi | TaxiCard | nexus.org.uk | Helps people with mobility difficulties travel independently. Travel with approved taxi companies at discounted prices. |
| Companion Card | Metro, bus, ferry, rail | Companion Card | nexus.org.uk | Free travel for a companion who helps a person with boarding, moving around and getting off a vehicle. |
| Bridge Card | Metro, Bus, Ferry | Bridge Card | nexus.org.uk | Staff can help people who struggle because of age, disability, illness, or you simply lack confidence. |
| Blue badge | Car | Disabled Parking and Blue Badge Scheme | Newcastle City Council | Park in disabled parking bays. |
