Service status
Modernisation work:
There are no trains running between South Gosforth and Shiremoor in either direction until Monday 25 September. To allow for modernisation work.
A replacement bus service, the number 900, is calling at or near to all stations between South Gosforth and Shiremoor (turning at Regent Centre). Replacement bus stop location maps and timetables are available at nexus.org.uk/metro
Your journey will take longer, so leave extra time for travel if possible. For help planning your journey use the Live Travel Map at nexus.org.uk
There is a gap in service between South Hylton and the Airport due to operational reasons. Sorry for any inconvenience caused.
When we are running a good service the status will show as ‘No Metro disruptions’. Any delays (less than 15 minutes) to service will be announced via the station PA system and passenger information boards. If delays occur resulting in trains running more than 15 minutes later than advertised the status will be updated by an automatic travel alert system.
17 July 2017 - Brockley Whins Network Rail work
Network Rail are carrying out work on the railway embankment at Brockley Whins. During the work Brockley Whins station will remain open as usual and pedestrian step free access will be possible. There will be access for road vehicles via a temporary traffic control system, please follow the instructions on the road signs. Work will be complete by mid November.
22 September 2017 - West Jesmond cycle lockers
The four cycle lockers at West Jesmond will be out of use from Friday 22 September - Sunday 29 October, returning to service on Monday 30 October. We're sorry for any inconvenience. For more information on cycle storage facilities click here.
23 September 2017 - No trains South Gosforth - Shiremoor
All day on Saturday 23 and Sunday 24 September no trains will run in either direction between South Gosforth and Shiremoor to allow for modernisation work. A replacement bus, the number 900 will be calling at or close to all stations South Gosforth - Shiremoor (turns at Regent Centre). Metro tickets and passes will be valid on the bus service and the driver will sell tickets. Your journey will take longer so please leave extra travelling time. For help planning your journey call 0191 20 20 747 (open 8.00am - 6.00pm, Monday to Friday) or use the Live Travel Map.
8 October 2017 - No trains between Tynemouth and Byker
In either direction on Sunday 8 October until about 12.30pm, to allow for the renewal of overhead power lines. A replacement bus service, number 900 will be calling at or close to all stations in the affected area. Metro tickets and passes will be valid on the bus service and the driver will sell tickets. Your journey will take longer so please leave extra travelling time. For help planning your journey call 0191 20 20 747 (open 8.00am - 6.00pm, Monday to Friday) or use the Live Travel Map.
14 October 2017 - No trains between St James and Tynemouth
All day on Saturday 14 and Sunday 15 October no trains will run in either direction between St James and Tynemouth to allow for the renewal of overhead power lines. A replacement bus, the number 900 will be calling at or close to all stations in the affected area. Metro tickets and passes will be valid on the bus service and the driver will sell tickets. Your journey will take longer so please leave extra travelling time. For help planning your journey call 0191 20 20 747 (open 8.00am - 6.00pm, Monday to Friday) or use the Live Travel Map.
22 October 2017 - No trains between Haymarket, Regent Centre and Four Lane Ends
On Sunday 22 October no trains will run between Haymarket, Regent Centre and Four Lane Ends in either direction until about 6.00pm. A replacement bus, the number 900 will be calling at or close to all stations in the affected area. Metro tickets and passes will be valid on the bus service and the driver will sell tickets. Your journey will take longer so please leave extra travelling time. Replacement bus timetables will be available soon. For help planning your journey call 0191 20 20 747 (open 8.00am - 6.00pm, Monday - Friday) or use the Live Travel Map.
No timetable changes