Tyne Tunnel tolls

[Mark Hewitt]

Tyne Tunnel northbound is going to be closed for 36 weekends! Considering we use it for going to the coast over the summer this is a bit of an issue.

Northbound Tyne Tunnel Weekend Closures
Dear customer,
The Northbound Tyne Tunnel is set to be closed on 36 weekends for scheduled maintenance which will ensure the longevity of the tunnels for generations to come.

The maintenance will begin on 3 May for one weekend of initial works, then recommence on 7 June and end on 3 March 2025 - with the exception of the Great North Run weekend and the three weekends across the festive period when the tunnels will remain fully open.

To cause minimum disruption, both tunnels will remain open as usual, from Monday to Friday during peak times.


Why this is happening:
The operator of the tunnels, TT2, was appointed by the local authorities that own the infrastructure to manage the toll road in 2007 - during the construction of the second tunnel, and the refurbishment of the first. This management contract is now halfway through its 30-year term and as with all major infrastructure projects, periodic maintenance is required.

What to expect:
On the weekends when maintenance is being carried out on the Northbound tunnel, drivers will cross the river using the Southbound tunnel which will act as bi-directional - a single lane carrying traffic north, and a single lane going south.
Closures will begin at 8PM on the Friday of each scheduled weekend with normal operation resuming on the following Monday at 6AM.

[jabbaboy]

Tyne Tunnel northbound is going to be closed for 36 weekends! Considering we use it for going to the coast over the summer this is a bit of an issue.

Northbound Tyne Tunnel Weekend Closures
Dear customer,
The Northbound Tyne Tunnel is set to be closed on 36 weekends for scheduled maintenance which will ensure the longevity of the tunnels for generations to come.

The maintenance will begin on 3 May for one weekend of initial works, then recommence on 7 June and end on 3 March 2025 - with the exception of the Great North Run weekend and the three weekends across the festive period when the tunnels will remain fully open.

To cause minimum disruption, both tunnels will remain open as usual, from Monday to Friday during peak times.


Why this is happening:
The operator of the tunnels, TT2, was appointed by the local authorities that own the infrastructure to manage the toll road in 2007 - during the construction of the second tunnel, and the refurbishment of the first. This management contract is now halfway through its 30-year term and as with all major infrastructure projects, periodic maintenance is required.

What to expect:
On the weekends when maintenance is being carried out on the Northbound tunnel, drivers will cross the river using the Southbound tunnel which will act as bi-directional - a single lane carrying traffic north, and a single lane going south.
Closures will begin at 8PM on the Friday of each scheduled weekend with normal operation resuming on the following Monday at 6AM.

It's not closed, just going to be a contraflow in the Southbound tunnel. Imagine it has potential to be bad though since the Tyne Bridge is down to one lane aswell, nothing like not doing things at the same time.

[Glenn A]

The toll is to increase from £1.90 to £2.20. Although this is the post-pay rate. If you have an account the new amount is £1.98.

A hefty amount and another reason I never use the Tyne Tunnel and use the A1, which is much better and free.

[CallumParry]

can't wait for the A1 works around Gateshead to be done this will me the A1 a far more attractive route to heard North of Newcastle the Seaton Burn and Moor Farm Roundabouts on the A19 really shouldn't be there.

[Mark Hewitt]

It's not closed, just going to be a contraflow in the Southbound tunnel. Imagine it has potential to be bad though since the Tyne Bridge is down to one lane aswell, nothing like not doing things at the same time.

The delays therein mean it is effectively closed.

[Mark Hewitt]

can't wait for the A1 works around Gateshead to be done this will me the A1 a far more attractive route to heard North of Newcastle the Seaton Burn and Moor Farm Roundabouts on the A19 really shouldn't be there.

I've never been delayed at either. But never tackled at rush hour.