FERRY North Shields to South Shields
Operated by Shields Ferry. First bus 06:45, last bus 22:50. 66 journeys on weekdays. Today, a Sunday: first 10:15, last 18:00. Fares: set by the operator — more.
| Stop | 10:30 | 11:00 | 11:30 | 12:00 | 12:30 | 13:00 | 13:30 | 14:00 | 14:30 | 15:00 | 15:30 | 16:00 | 16:30 | 17:00 | 17:30 | 18:00 |
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| North Shields Ferry Terminal (Pier) | 10:30 | 11:00 | 11:30 | 12:00 | 12:30 | 13:00 | 13:30 | 14:00 | 14:30 | 15:00 | 15:30 | 16:00 | 16:30 | 17:00 | 17:30 | 18:00 |
| South Shields Ferry Terminal (Pier) | 10:37 | 11:07 | 11:37 | 12:07 | 12:37 | 13:07 | 13:37 | 14:07 | 14:37 | 15:07 | 15:37 | 16:07 | 16:37 | 17:07 | 17:37 | 18:07 |
Each column is one journey, headed by the time it sets off. Times are shown at the route's main timing stops — buses serve all stops in between. Switch a table to All stops for every stop it calls at, or open a stop's own page for live departures there.
Christmas & bank holidays
These dates are not the usual timetable for the day they fall on. They come from the operator’s published data, which for Christmas and New Year is often late or incomplete, so check with Shields Ferry before you travel. Everything above is an ordinary week.
Not published yet: Boxing Day and 2 January. Operators often publish festive timetables only a few weeks ahead, so check again nearer the date.
- Christmas Day — Friday, 25 December 2026 towards South Shields: 23 journeys, first 07:30 towards North Shields: 23 journeys, first 07:15 Few buses run on Christmas Day, so check with Shields Ferry before relying on this.
- Monday, 28 December 2026 towards South Shields: 23 journeys, first 07:30 towards North Shields: 23 journeys, first 07:15
- New Year's Day — Friday, 1 January 2027 towards South Shields: 23 journeys, first 07:30 towards North Shields: 23 journeys, first 07:15
Route map
All stops on route FERRY
FERRY towards South Shields
All 2 stops
- North Shields Ferry Terminal (Pier) North Shields
- South Shields Ferry Terminal (Pier) South Shields
FERRY towards North Shields
All 2 stops
- South Shields Ferry Terminal (Pier) South Shields
- North Shields Ferry Terminal (Pier) North Shields
Towns & areas on this route
Frequently asked questions
What time is the first FERRY?
The first FERRY departure on weekdays leaves at 06:45 (check the full timetable below for your stop, as times vary along the route — weekend times can differ).
What time is the last FERRY?
The last FERRY on weekdays leaves its first stop at 22:50. Always check the timetable for your specific stop — later stops are reached after this time.
How much does the FERRY cost?
The England bus fare cap does not apply to this service — Shields Ferry sets its own fares. Check their website for current prices and passes.
Who runs the FERRY?
The FERRY is operated by Shields Ferry.
Timetable data from Shields Ferry via the DfT Bus Open Data Service (North East England feed). Check before you travel — services can change at short notice.