Commuter students
Each year, a growing number of students choose to live off campus, mainly at 'home' with family, a partner, friends or alone.
Some students live in Newcastle and others are spread across the region and beyond. There are many advantages of not living in 'student' accommodation, including saving money and being able to fulfil family commitments.
We’ve compiled some information that may be helpful for commuting students:
Public transport
- The closest Metro Station for main campus is Haymarket (2 minute walk) and for the Helix campus is St James (5 minute walk).
- The main bus companies that serve Newcastle are Stagecoach, GoNorthEast and Arriva. All bus company websites have route planners for their own separate routes.
- The closest bus station to main campus is Haymarket (2 minute walk) or Eldon Square (5 minute walk).
- There are bus stops a 2 minute walk from the Helix campus.
- The Traveline website is a helpful tool when planning a journey using different transport providers.
- Both Bus and Metro have different ticket options, from single journey tickets to discounted season tickets. Explore their websites for the ticket option most suitable to your situation to save money!
- Our Cost of Living – Transport webpage hosts information on the most up to date public transport deals.
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Car parking
Car parking in Newcastle is in abundance; however, on-campus parking is limited. Car parks are available from the Council and private companies. The cost of parking varies depending on the car park you use. You may be able to purchase a season permit to make regular parking cheaper. Park and ride is another option if you don’t want to drive in the city centre.
Other forms of transport
There are extensive cycle routes/lanes available across the city centre. Newcastle University has bike stands throughout as well as secure cycle parking available.
Social spaces and facilities on campus
- ‘The Living Room’ – a space to relax or study, with comfy sofas, desks and chairs. There are board games available to use too.
Location: The Marjorie Robinson Library Rooms - Kitchen area with access to a microwave and hot and cold water.
Location: The Marjorie Robinson Library Rooms - Free short loan use lockers to store your belongings.
Locations: The Marjorie Robinson Library Rooms (Level 1) and the Philip Robinson Library (Level 2 – entrance level)
- Microwaves, showers and water points are available at various locations throughout the campus.
- You can use the Study Space Finder to find out the opening times and availability of study spaces and PCs on campus.
Library resources
The LibbyApp is a fantastic resource that gives all students free access to a huge range of magazines, audiobooks and e-books for leisure reading! There’s also a ‘Student Life’ collection of books and magazines with tips for student living, including cost effective recipes and budgeting tips.
The SCONUK Access Scheme allows you to visit other academic libraries around the country, so if you live closer to a different university you can use their facilities instead free of charge.
Sport resources
All students benefit from the BUCS UNIversal Gym Membership. If you become a member of the University Sports Centre, you have the opportunity to access more than 90 gyms in the UK. More information is available on our Sports Membership webpage.