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Visit Locomotion car-free
It’s easy to visit Locomotion car-free. It’s a short walk from Shildon railway station near Darlington.
Bishop Auckland or Newton Aycliffe (both about 5mins), Darlington (15 mins), Eaglescliffe (40 mins), Thornaby (45 mins), Middlesbrough (50 mins), Red Car (65 mins), Saltburn (75 mins), Red Car
Bus 1 and bus 5 from Bishop Auckland (about 30 mins) and Darlington (30 mins) also stop on Dale Road, just outside Locomotion. Bus 99 runs to Shildon from Spennymoor.
If you’re planning a day out in the area you might find a Bishop Train and Bus Day Ranger useful.
Use our journey planner to get the best route from where you are.
Cyclists welcome - plan your route here
Free entry
Here’s some information on accessibility on buses and trains.
About Locomotion
George Stephenson’s 1825 Locomotion made railway history in this town. Now, together with the National Railway Museum site in York, it forms the world’s biggest railway museum with historic engines, carriages, and interactive displays.
For any queries about visiting contact Locomotion on 033 0058 0058 or info@ScienceMuseumGroup.ac.uk
Address: Locomotion, Dale Road Industrial Estate, Shildon DL4 2RE. Visit Website