If you’re the one organising the away day, hiring a minibus with driver is the move that makes your life easiest — and makes the day better for everyone in the group.
- Best for: Group organisers arranging football away days from Sunderland, Newcastle and across the North East
- Why it works: One booking, one vehicle, everyone together — you stop being the logistics person and start enjoying the day
- Good fit for: Groups of 8–16 heading to away fixtures anywhere in England
- Tip: Book as soon as the fixture is confirmed — good dates go quickly
Hire a minibus with driver — the sensible way to do an away day
Organising an away day for a group of football fans involves more admin than it should. Who’s driving? Do they get the petrol split? What about parking? What if some people want a drink and others don’t? What if you can’t find parking near the ground and end up a mile away in the rain?
When you hire a minibus with driver from Sunderland or Newcastle, none of that is your problem. You make one booking, everyone has a seat, and a licensed driver handles everything from pick-up to drop-off. The away day starts at the minibus door — not at whoever’s car park you managed to find.
We cover away days to grounds right across England, and we do it regularly for North East supporters.
What a typical away day booking looks like
You enquire with the fixture date, the destination, and how many people are in your group. We confirm availability and vehicle size — our fleet runs from 8 to 16-seaters, which handles the vast majority of away day groups. We agree a pick-up point and time, and on the day the driver handles the rest.
Pick-ups can be from Newcastle, Sunderland, Gateshead, South Shields, Washington, Durham, and across the wider North East. If your group is spread out, we can discuss a sensible route to collect everyone.
Return pick-up from the ground is arranged in the same booking — so there’s no scramble at full time to find your way back.
Away ground parking is notoriously difficult — limited spaces, high prices, and often a significant walk from the stadium. A minibus with driver drops you close to the ground and collects from the same spot. No parking stress, no long walk back in bad weather.
Why North East fans use D&G for away days
We’re a family-run business that’s been operating in the North East for over 10 years. Every driver is a licensed PSV driver, DBS checked, and covered by public liability insurance — professional from start to finish. Our 215+ five-star Google reviews reflect the fact that we show up, on time, and do the job properly.
We’re available 24/7, which matters for midweek evening fixtures and late returns. If something unexpected comes up on the day — fixture rearrangements, delays — you’ve got a real person to call, not an automated system.
We also travel UK-wide, so whether your team’s playing in London, Leeds, Bristol, or anywhere else, we can get your group there and back.
What to include when you enquire
- Fixture date and kick-off time
- Away ground or city
- Number of passengers
- Pick-up location(s) — one point or multiple across the area
- Whether you need a return trip arranged (you will)
That’s enough for us to confirm availability and come back to you with a quote. Keep it simple — we’ll handle the rest.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I hire a minibus with driver for a football away day from Sunderland or Newcastle?
Yes. We cover both cities and the wider North East — including Gateshead, Durham, South Shields, Washington, Chester le Street, and more. Away day minibus hire with driver is one of our most regular bookings.
Do you travel to away grounds anywhere in England?
Yes — we travel UK-wide. London, Manchester, Birmingham, Leeds — wherever the fixture is, we can quote for it.
What if our group is coming from different parts of the North East?
We can discuss a collection route when you enquire. We’ll confirm what’s workable based on the locations and the timings.
How many people can you take?
Our minibuses run from 8 to 16-seaters. Tell us your group size and we’ll advise the right vehicle.
Do you operate for midweek evening fixtures?
Yes. We’re available 24/7 — evening fixtures and late returns are not a problem. Just factor in travel time and agree return pick-up at the time of booking.
Make the next away day easier for everyone
If you’re the one who usually ends up sorting the transport, this is the booking that takes it off your plate for good. One call or message, one vehicle, everybody gets there and back together. Get in touch and we’ll check your date.
