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Northbound Tunnel Weekend Closures from June 7th 2024
The Northbound Tyne Tunnel is set to be closed for a total of 36 weekends for scheduled maintenance which will ensure the longevity of the tunnels for generations to come. The maintenance will begin on the 7th June 2024 and end on 3rd March 2025. To cause minimum disruption to users during our busiest times, both tunnels will remain open, as usual, from Monday to Friday.
Learn moreToll charges
A toll is due each time you travel through. If you travel north and south, a toll is due for two passages. A passage covers one direction of travel only.
| Vehicle | Cost per Passage | 10% discount Pre-Paid Account |
|---|---|---|
| Motorbike, Exempt Account Holder |
Free | N/A |
| Car, Van or Bus less than 3.5 tonnes |
£2.40 | £2.16 |
| LGV, Van or Bus over 3.5 tonnes |
£4.80 | £4.32 |
*all tolls & charges are exempt from VAT
Useful FAQs
See our “Plan your Visit” page here to learn how to use the Tunnels.
You have until midnight the day after you use the Tyne Tunnel(s) to pay your toll. Failure to pay your toll may result in the issue of an Unpaid Toll Charge Notice.
You can pay online or via our app, as well as our automated telephone payment line on 0191 574 0030 or at a PayPoint retailer.
We can NOT accept payment via cash or cheque. Cash payments can be made at a PayPoint retailer.
Please be aware we do not accept American Express as a card payment.
A Pre-Paid account is the most efficient way of paying for your journey as the cost is deducted from your credit.
✔ Receive 10% discount per passage
✔ Pay for passages already made within the payment window
✔ Pay for future passages
✔ Email reminders when you have a low balance
✔ Auto Top-up when your account reaches a nominated balance amount
✔ Manage multiple vehicles on your account
Sign up for a Pre-Paid account here.
Learn more about how a Unpaid Toll Charge Notice (UTCN) works here.
Click here to find out more about our appeals process.
Click here to find out more about our complaints process.
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