South Shields ferry landing
The ferry landing is about a 5 minute walk from South Shields Metro station. Most local buses serve Keppel Street bus station.
The distinctive new ferry landing was officially opened in July 1999. It consists of a 50m steel bridge leading to a 32 square metre reinforced concrete pontoon. There's an enclosed waiting area and the needs of the visually impaired have been catered for with a tactile walkway.
The previous ferry landing had been at South Shields for a century.
North Shields ferry landing
The ferry landing is about a 10 minute walk from North Shields Metro station. The route is quite steep, but the FerryLink (Service 333) provides a free shuttle service to Shields Ferry passengers. It also goes to North Shields Fish Quay.
The Route 19 bus service connects North Shields ferry landing with Royal Quays, Silverlink Business and Retail Park, Cobalt Business Park and the Metro system.
The new landing at North Shields was officially opened in July 2004. It also features a fully enclosed glazed waiting area with seating. The bridge leading to the landing is longer than the previous one, which means that the gradient has been reduced, making access easier for wheelchair users.