🚌 Bus from Fence Houses to Chester-le-Street
2 direct routes · about 15 min · first bus 07:14, last bus 20:40 (weekdays).
💷 Single fares on this journey are capped at £3 on participating routes
(England cap, until 31 Dec 2026 — then £2). Details →
Direct routes
| Route | Operator | Journey time | Weekday journeys | First | Last | Board at |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 71 | Gateshead Central Buses | ~15 min | 14 | 07:14 | 20:40 | Front Street-Lambton Lane (NW-Bound) |
| 885 | Go North East | ~23 min | 1 | 07:52 | 07:52 | Sedgeletch Road-Avenue Vivian (S-Bound) |
Times are for the first boarding point in Fence Houses on each route's weekday timetable — open the route for the full timetable, live map and every stop.
Frequently asked questions
Which bus goes from Fence Houses to Chester-le-Street?
2 routes run directly from Fence Houses to Chester-le-Street: the 71 (Gateshead Central Buses), the 885 (Go North East).
How long does the bus take from Fence Houses to Chester-le-Street?
Around 15 minutes on the 71, depending on time of day and traffic.
What time is the first and last bus from Fence Houses to Chester-le-Street?
On weekdays the first direct bus (the 71) leaves around 07:14 and the last around 20:40. Check the route timetable for weekends.
How much is the bus from Fence Houses to Chester-le-Street?
Most single fares in England are capped at £3 until 31 December 2026, then £2 from 1 January 2027.