Tyne and Wear has an excellent public transport network and many travel tickets can be purchased online.
To help you plan your journey to hospital, Google Maps can provide information about options including public transport, cycling and driving.
The postcodes of our hospital sites are in the table below.
Please note: If travelling to Freeman Hospital by public transport, postcode NE7 7QH may produce better results based on where you live.
| Location | Postcode | Nearest Metro station | Bus stop nearby | Public cycle parking | On-site parking |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Freeman Hospital | NE7 7DN | Longbenton | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Royal Victoria Infirmary | NE1 4LP | Haymarket or St James’ | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Centre for Life | NE1 4EP | Central Station | Yes | Yes | No |
Traveline
You can also plan your journey using a telephone service by calling 0871 200 22 33. Traveline charge 12 pence per minute from landlines and mobiles; this helps to cover the cost of providing the service. Phone companies may add their own access charge, but should inform you if they do.
Park and ride
If you want to avoid city centre traffic or parking at our hospitals, please consider Park and Ride.
There are some excellent park and ride facilities which can make your journey less stressful, faster, cheaper and better for the environment.
