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St Mary the Virgin Church
Town centre13th century church — one of the oldest in Northumberland. Thomas Bewick, the famous wood engraver, is buried here.
💡Church is on the main village road through Ovingham. Easy pickup point.
Taxis in Ovingham
Looking for a reliable taxi in Ovingham? Local Taxis is Ovingham's trusted 24/7 private hire service, covering all of Tyne and Wear and every major UK airport. Book instantly through our app with competitive fares, no surge charges, and real-time driver tracking.
We also cover Prudhoe, Wylam and Stocksfield
and 20+ areas across Tyne and Wear
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5 minAvg. Pickup
Saloon
Our standard ride. Up to 4 passengers, 3 bags. Air conditioned, phone charging, and a clean interior every time.
Why Choose Local Taxis in Ovingham?
Ovingham is a small village on the north bank of the River Tyne, directly opposite Prudhoe and connected to it by the Ovingham Bridge. It sits roughly nine miles west of our Blaydon headquarters. The village has real history — St Mary the Virgin Church dates back to the 13th century and is one of the oldest in Northumberland. Thomas Bewick, the famous wood engraver, was born in nearby Cherryburn and is buried in the churchyard here. Despite being just over the bridge from Prudhoe, Ovingham has a noticeably quieter, more rural atmosphere, with views across the Tyne valley and easy access to the north Tyne countryside toward Wylam and Horsley.
Our Blaydon drivers reach Ovingham in around 15 minutes.
Trips from Ovingham into Prudhoe for shopping, across to Wylam, or further afield. Without a regular bus service, a reliable taxi makes village life much easier.
Newcastle Airport is around 25 minutes from Ovingham — across the bridge, east along the A695, then onto the A1 and A696. Pre-book and we will track your flight.
Dependable hospital transport from the Tyne valley. Freeman Hospital from £19, RVI from £16, QE Hospital from £15. Wheelchair-accessible vehicles on request.
Night out in Newcastle or Hexham? We will collect you from Ovingham and have you home safe — competitive fares, no matter the hour.
Where can I get a taxi to from Ovingham?
The destinations Ovingham passengers book most — with pickup tips you won't find on Google Maps.
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Ovingham Bridge
1 minThe footbridge and road crossing linking Ovingham on the north bank to Prudhoe on the south.
💡Our drivers cross from Prudhoe — Ovingham Bridge is the fastest route to the village.
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Prudhoe Station
5 minTyne Valley Line station just across the bridge in Prudhoe — connections to Newcastle and Hexham.
💡About 5 minutes from Ovingham — we can drop you for your train.
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Cherryburn (Thomas Bewick Birthplace)
5 minNational Trust property — birthplace of Thomas Bewick, famous Northumberland wood engraver. Close to Ovingham.
💡Cherryburn is a few minutes west of Ovingham on the riverside. Pre-book your return.
How much is a taxi from Ovingham?
Approximate fares from Ovingham town centre to popular destinations. Prices shown are a guide for a standard saloon (up to 4 passengers). Enter your journey in the app for an estimated fare. No surge pricing.
| Destination | Distance | Est. Time | From |
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| Ovingham → Newcastle City Centrevia A695 / A694 | 13 miles | 20 min | from £35Book → |
| Ovingham → MetroCentrevia A695 / A1 | 11 miles | 15 min | from £30Book → |
| Ovingham → Freeman Hospitalvia A695 / A692 | 15 miles | 20 min | from £40Book → |
| Ovingham → Prudhoevia Ovingham Bridge | 0.5 miles | 10 min | from £5Book → |
| Ovingham → Hexhamvia A695 | 9 miles | 15 min | from £25Book → |
Approximate fares from Ovingham town centre. For an estimated fare, book via the app, use the app, or call 0191 462 0060.
✈️ See airport transfer fares →How do I get around Ovingham?
Ovingham has 2 train stations and 1 bus route connecting to the wider area. But there's a big difference between “a bus exists” and “a bus that gets you where you need to be, when you need to be there.”
Train Stations near Ovingham
Ovingham is served by 2 stations on the Tyne Valley Line, connecting you to Hexham, Carlisle, Newcastle Central and beyond. The main station is Prudhoe Station.
Need to catch a train? We'll get you to the platform on time — skip the parking fees.
| Station | Line | Key Destinations |
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| Prudhoe Station | Tyne Valley Line | Hexham, Carlisle, Newcastle Central |
| Wylam Station | Tyne Valley Line | Hexham, Carlisle, Newcastle Central |
Bus Routes from Ovingham
Ovingham is served by 1 bus route, connecting to Newcastle via Blaydon. Services run regularly on weekdays but frequencies drop in the evenings and on Sundays.
| Route | From → To | Weekday | Sunday | Last Bus |
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| 10 Go North East | Ovingham (via Prudhoe) → Newcastle via Blaydon, MetroCentre | Every 20-30 min (peak) | Reduced Saturdays and Sundays | Check timetable |
Timetables verified March 2026 via bustimes.org and operator websites. Frequencies are approximate and may vary by time of day.
About Local TaxisHow we support local drivers in Ovingham▼
Supporting Local Business
Every Local Taxis booking supports a local driver and their family right here in Ovingham. Our drivers live in the communities they serve. They know the backroads, the shortcuts, and which streets flood when it rains. When you choose Local Taxis over a national app or a bus company headquartered 200 miles away, that money stays in Tyne and Wear.
If you've ever used one of the big ride-hailing apps, your driver has probably asked how much you paid. Those faceless algorithms take an ever-growing cut — sometimes 40% or more — while offering no real customer support, no local phone number, and no accountability when things go wrong.
With Local Taxis, your driver keeps a fair share. If there's a problem, you speak to a real person — not a chatbot, not a ticket queue. We're a Tyne and Wear business built by people who live here, for people who live here.
You can only book through our app, but we're always here if you need us. Call us on 0191 462 0060, email info@localgrp.uk, or message us through the app.
How do I book?
Book by app, online, or phone — whichever works best for you. The app gives you an instant estimated fares and live driver tracking, but you can always call us too. We're here 24/7.
Got questions?
What are the most common taxi questions in Ovingham?
Fares, routes, and everything you need to know about booking a taxi in Ovingham.
Newcastle Airport is around 18 miles from Ovingham from £23. Across the bridge, east along the A695, then the A1 and A696. Pre-book and we’ll track your flight.
Just across the Ovingham Bridge — about 2 minutes. From £4. Quickest way to Prudhoe town centre, the station, and the shops.
Yes — Prudhoe Station is about 5 minutes from Ovingham. We can drop you for Tyne Valley Line services to Newcastle, Hexham, or Carlisle. Pre-book for early trains.
Yes — Freeman Hospital from £19, RVI from £16, QE Hospital from £15. Wheelchair-accessible vehicles on request. We’ll get you to the right entrance on time.
Bus coverage in Ovingham is very limited. A taxi is the practical option for most journeys, especially evenings and weekends.
Yes — Wylam is about 3 miles east along the north bank of the Tyne, a 5-minute run. From £6.
Yes — we run 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Competitive fares apply at all times. No surge pricing, ever.
Why Local Taxis in Ovingham?
Ovingham sits on the north bank of the Tyne, nine miles west of our Blaydon base. Our drivers reach you in around 15 minutes — faster than any Newcastle firm.
All fares are fixed. You see the price before you travel. Prudhoe Station is 5 minutes away for rail connections east or west along the Tyne valley.
Book via the app, online, or by phone. Available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
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