Rail, coach and air travel

Getting to the airport, railway or bus station by public transport

Check the online journey planner or contact Traveline directly.  

Travel by train

The main train companies serving the county are: 

• East Coast - to Scotland and London Kings Cross 
• Cross Country - to the Midlands and South West 
• TransPennine Express - to Manchester Airport and Liverpool
• Northern - to Seaham, Bishop Auckland, Shildon, Newton Aycliffe and Heighington.

Visit the National Rail Enquiries website, for information on the best service for you, or check their departures board to find out whether your train is running on time.

Railcards

Find out if you could get money off your rail travel with a railcard. National Rail provide more information about the National Railcards available.

Travel by coach

National coach travel is available from Bishop Auckland, Durham and Chester-le-Street bus stations.

Visit National Express for times and fares for their coaches or to book coach tickets. 

Travel by air

The North East has two airports offering national and international flights: 

• Durham Tees Valley Airport
• Newcastle International Airport