The proposed plan outlines North East Mayor Kim McGuinness’s strategy for a green, integrated transport system across the region up to 2040.
The public consultation closes on January 26, with more than 10,000 responses already received.
Residents still have time to provide feedback by completing the online survey or attending one of the in-person events.
Ms McGuinness said: “I wanted as many people as possible to get involved in the creation of our region’s Local Transport Plan and I’m delighted that we’ve received over 10,000 responses so far.
“We are already looking at your ideas on how we can make transport in the region better for local people so thank you to everyone who has responded to the consultation.
“We’ve seen in recent weeks just how important our transport network is.
“Transport impacts us all – whether we drive, walk, cycle or use public transport, we all have thoughts about what we’d like to see happen and I hope residents take this opportunity to have their say on the draft plan.”
She added: “My goal is to make travelling in the North East much safer and more reliable – ensuring it’s affordable, integrated and accessible to everyone.
“This plan aims to make sustainable travel the first choice for local people and businesses and help connect more of our communities and people to enhanced opportunities.
“This plan needs to work for everyone and it is imperative that it reflects local needs.”
A number of in-person and online events have already taken place, with more scheduled throughout January.
Durham residents can attend events at the following venues to share their thoughts on the Local Transport Plan:
– Peterlee Library: Tuesday, January 14, 11am to 3pm – Barnard Castle Library: Wednesday, January 15, 1.30pm to 3.30pm – Stanley Library: Monday, January 20, 4pm to 8pm
An online event will also be held on Thursday, January 16, 9.30am to 10.30am.
To read the draft plan and share your views online, visit www.northeast-ca.gov.uk/localtransportplan.