Heaton
Getting Around HeatonOne of the joys of being a student in a city like Newcastle is the ease of access. Whether you’re heading to your university campus for lectures, popping into the city centre for some shopping, or visiting friends, it’s all within easy reach.
When you rent in Heaton, much of what you’ll need is within walking distance or a short bus ride away, but what are your other transport options?
Read on to learn more about getting around Heaton and the surrounding areas.
Getting to the City Centre from Heaton
Newcastle City Centre is the vibrant heart of the city. It generally takes between 30 and 40 minutes to walk from Heaton to the City Centre, depending on which part of Heaton you live in.
If you’re confident on a bike, you can also cycle in, cutting that time down by over half. In just 15 minutes you can be right in the heart of town.
As with most cities in the UK, traffic can build up at peak times, so be wary of delays if you choose to drive from Heaton to Newcastle City Centre. You might instead like to take the bus.
There are several different bus routes into town, including the 62 and 63, which you can catch from the Chillingham Road shops. These buses run regularly, every 15 minutes, and the journey into the City Centre tends to be around 20 to 25 minutes.
You can also get the Number 1 bus from the same stop or hop on the 309 Cobalt & Coast service, which will pick you up from Coast Road Corner House.
Exploring outside of Newcastle
While the metro is helpful for travelling in and around certain parts of Newcastle, it can also take you further afield.
Why not take a day out to Tynemouth? This charming coastal town can offer a breath of fresh sea air, and it’s a shorter journey than you might think — just 20 minutes on the Metro. Whitley Bay is another lovely coastal location you can travel to on the Metro from Chillingham Road. A similar distance, it’s the ideal weekend getaway for a picnic and a wander on the beach.
For more inspiration on where to go, take a look at our top 10 Metro destinations for students in Newcastle.
FAQs
Heaton is in a convenient location, located next to Jesmond and within walking distance from Newcastle City Centre. As it is a little further out from the City Centre, it’s home to more affordable rental properties.
Along with cheaper properties to rent, Heaton also offers a host of shops, restaurants, pubs, and bars. These amenities make it the perfect spot for students, and you may find that you don’t need to venture out of the neighbourhood all that often!
But when you do want to head into town or explore other parts of Newcastle, you’re in luck — there are buses, cycle paths, pedestrian routes, and a Metro network to help you get from A to B.
Did you know that Newcastle has its very own Metro system? With a station on Chillingham Road, it’s a handy service for those living in Heaton.
The metro can take you from Heaton towards Jesmond, Gateshead, and South Shields or towards St. James. It’s a helpful and speedy way to get around the different areas of Newcastle and the city outskirts. Heading home for the holidays? The Metro can take you to Newcastle International Airport and to Newcastle Central Station.
Heaton: The perfect base for Newcastle students
With its handy location and convenient transport links, it’s no surprise that Heaton is a popular spot for students and young professionals. If you’re looking to move to the area and want to find welcoming, affordable student housing in Heaton, explore the properties we have on offer at Seekers.
