The very first train from Newcastle to Ashington will depart at 07:57, and the first train from Ashington to Newcastle will depart at 08:36. Thereafter, on weekdays, the first train from Ashington will depart at 06:00, arriving at Newcastle at 06:36

The line will open 19 years after the SENRUG campaign first began in March 2005.

Initially, trains will only call at Ashington, Seaton Delaval and Newcastle (and approximately alternate weekday trains also calling at Manors).

Bedlington, Bebside, Newsham and the Metro interchange station at Northumberland Park are all still under construction and will be opened at later stages.

Our thanks to everyone who has helped move this campaign along over the last 19 years, both those in post today and those who have long since moved on to different responsibilities. This includes politicians, employees at statutory authorities, rail companies, other influencers and of course the press for the fantastic coverage given to our campaign, particularly in the early years. And of course special thanks to SENRUG members whose ongoing support has enabled us to persevere not just with this campaign but all the other improvements to our rail services that we continue to call for.