While the Bupa Great North Run is in progress, you'll only be able to drive off via the grassed area and South towards Sunderland, as the Run route blocks all other vehicular exits from this car park. Exit via the Coast Road and Bents Park Road, travelling North. See Map A below for routes out of the Borough. If you want a fast getaway, these are the car parks to use. Busses will provide a shuttle service between the finish line and the Town centre.
Space is restricted, first come, first served.
Top of page Great North Run website. After the race - Finally Coaches Travel in a group. Signed access routes to free coach parking and preferential exit routes. You can either follow the signs from the finish line to the Ferry Landing, or hop onto a shuttle bus. Metro Running at an increased frequency before, during, and after the Bupa Great North Run .