Stagecoach is one of the largest bus operators in the UK and is playing a leading role in driving passenger growth on public transport across the country.

Stagecoach customers make over 11 million journeys a year across South Shields, covering 3.5 million miles.

The company has achieved a patronage increase of over 2% during the past year, and has concentrated on a number of key areas to provide the people of South Shields with a quality local bus service, including:

• Substantial investment
• Close working relationships
• Providing value of money
• Strong commitment to customer service.

Stagecoach has improved the quality of the South Shields fleet by introducing 9 new buses over the past year.  That represents an investment of almost £1 million on low floor easy access buses.  These buses feature step-free entrances, room for buggies and wheelchair access.

The Stagecoach depot has also seen an investment of £1 million to improve the interior and exterior of the town's only bus storage facility.

Stagecoach is committed to providing value for money bus travel offering a range of tickets to suit all our customers including our Megarider and Dayrider tickets. Discounted tickets are also available for children. After 0930am senior citizens and other concessionary pass holders travel FREE throughout Tyne and Wear.

Training and development is the foundation for delivering the high quality services that Stagecoach offers in South Shields. 70% of our drivers either hold or are working towards an NVQ qualification, which is one of the best records of any operators in the country.

Stagecoach in South Shields – keeping you on the move!