How do you pay for South Shields Ferry?
Simply buy your ticket as you board the ferry or pay for it using the balance on your Pop Pay As You Go card – for details about Pop visit nexus.org.uk/pop. This ticket is also valid on bus service 333 (a shuttle service which operates as a link between North Shields ferry landing and North Shields Metro station).
Can you pay by card on Shields Ferry?
Payment for fares can be made by card only. Click here for live travel news for the Shields Ferry. Wear a face covering – except if you have an exemption for health reasons.
What time is the ferry from South Shields to North Shields?
South Shields to North Shields
| Days | First crossings | Until last crossings |
|---|---|---|
| Monday to Wednesday | 06:45, 07:15 | 19:15, 19:45 |
| Thursday to Saturday | 06:45, 07:15 | 22:15, 22:40 |
| Sunday | 10:15 | 17:15, 17:45 |
Is the Shields Ferry running?
The Shields Ferry runs every 30 minutes and it takes 7 minutes to cross the River Tyne. The service operates between 06:45-20:00hrs Monday-Wednesday, 06:45-22:50hrs Thursday-Saturday and 10:15-18:00hrs on Sunday.
Can I take a bike on the Shields Ferry?
Bikes can be carried on board the Shields Ferry free of charge. Electric scooters and electric unicycles – These are NOT permitted on Metro stations or trains or on the Shields Ferry at any time.
Can you use a pop card on the ferry?
You can simply keep topping up your Pop PAYG card on board the ferry and use it to pay for your journeys as you make them.
Can dogs go on the Shields Ferry?
Dogs can travel free on the Shields Ferry. For reasons of health and safety please ensure your dog is kept on a lead and is under control at all times.
Is there parking at North Shields Ferry terminal?
There are short and long term car parking facilities outside of the main ferry terminal. Approximate daily cost is £5 per car and £3 per motorcycle. The Newcastle port car park opens 2 hours before departure.”
Can I take my bike on the Shields Ferry?
Can dogs go on North Shields Ferry?
Can you take a bike on Tyne and Wear Metro?
Folding bikes can be carried on the Tyne and Wear Metro at any time. Smart cycle lockers, which you can access with a Pop smartcard, are also available at some stations, visit Cycle lockers to find out more.