Getting to North East England is easy

Thanks to our central location on Britain's eastern side, visitors to the region benefit from excellent road, rail, air and sea access routes from the rest of Britain and Europe. So you're free to savour the excitement and anticipation from the moment you leave home.

Drive Direct
We enjoy excellent motorway access from Scotland and the south via the A1(M), and the A69 and A66 connect directly to the M6 from the west.

Just look at these drive times to see how close we are!

How Soon Can You Join Us?
Click here for drive times

Arrive by Air
North East England has two international airports enabling easy access from Europe and worldwide, not to mention great places to eat and relax and duty-free shopping too! Direct flights link us to Germany, Holland, Norway, France, Ireland, Italy, USA, Spain and the Balearic Islands, the Czech Republic, Poland, Switzerland and more.
Contact the airports for more information.
Newcastle International Airport Tel: 0870 122 1488 www.newcastleinternational.co.uk
Durham Tees Valley Airport Tel: 01325 332 811 www.durhamteesvalleyairport.com

Relaxing by Rail
Take the train and you're free to unwind all the way, with a tasty meal, your favourite read or just enjoying the view. North East England is easily reached on the East Coast Main Line from the north and south and via many direct connections from the west.
Check with national operators for services:
GNER Tel: 0845 722 5225 www.gner.co.uk
National Rail Enquiries Tel: 0845 748 4950 www.nationalrail.co.uk
Virgin Trains Tel: 0845 722 2333 www.virgintrains.co.uk

Catch a Coach or Bus
Another really cost-effective way of getting here! Hop on board and take advantage of comfy seats, onboard facilities and plenty of space, and arrive refreshed and raring to go.
National Express Travel Enquiries
Tel: 0870 580 8080 Text phone: 0121 455 0086 www.nationalexpress.com

Smooth Sailing
Comfortable, frequent ferry services link North East England with Holland and Norway via North Shields International Ferry Terminal. And, of course, when you travel by ferry, the journey is a break in itself, with tempting menus, onboard entertainment and fun for the kids. For sailing times, prices and offers contact:
DFDS Seaways Tel: 0870 533 3000 www.dfdsseaways.co.uk

When you've tired yourself out on the trail - or on one of our skills loops - the quality of your accommodation at the end of a long day can all make the difference.