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L469 YVK



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19 Nov 2017, 7:08 pm #221
(19 Nov 2017, 6:59 pm)Malarkey 9092 on the 4 yesterday evening - https://www.flickr.com/photos/adammalark...ed-public/

Must note on three separate occasions yesterday the driver of this did not pick up anyone at The Galleries on both the Houghton bound journey (15:00 from The Galleries) and the Heworth bound journey (16:00 from The Galleries) and finally the Houghton bound journey (16:35 from Concord), this was running over 10 Minutes late and despite the merc it was running in two with picking up all the passengers, the merc still came back to concord 2 minutes before it, this leads me to believe the existing timetable of the 4 wouldn't be achievable using the Streetlites if they were purchased for the 4 in the future, as for life expectancy I would say 10-12 Years.

The 4 is a bit of a nightmare for timekeeping though to be fair. Been on many of routes myself where the bus behind has ended up catching up and 'leapfrogging' the late runner that has been getting rammed with passengers and personally if I know that a bus is running way later than it should, I just wait for the next one as it'll be a heck of a lot quieter and quicker too!

One example is that when I got the 309 to Newcastle one Monday morning, I was waiting for the one that commenced a short trip from Whitley Bay (before the times changed in Jul 2016) and ended up turning up 10 minutes late so I let it go and waited for the one one that started from Blyth which was only 5 minutes late and despite this, the driver managed to get it back on time by 'scratching' of the 310 through Battle Hill Drive then when clear, gave the bus a bit of a right foot and ended up catching the really late 309 on the Coast Road arriving into Newcastle before it and on time too!
Edited 19 Nov 2017, 7:14 pm by L469 YVK.
L469 YVK
19 Nov 2017, 7:08 pm #221

(19 Nov 2017, 6:59 pm)Malarkey 9092 on the 4 yesterday evening - https://www.flickr.com/photos/adammalark...ed-public/

Must note on three separate occasions yesterday the driver of this did not pick up anyone at The Galleries on both the Houghton bound journey (15:00 from The Galleries) and the Heworth bound journey (16:00 from The Galleries) and finally the Houghton bound journey (16:35 from Concord), this was running over 10 Minutes late and despite the merc it was running in two with picking up all the passengers, the merc still came back to concord 2 minutes before it, this leads me to believe the existing timetable of the 4 wouldn't be achievable using the Streetlites if they were purchased for the 4 in the future, as for life expectancy I would say 10-12 Years.

The 4 is a bit of a nightmare for timekeeping though to be fair. Been on many of routes myself where the bus behind has ended up catching up and 'leapfrogging' the late runner that has been getting rammed with passengers and personally if I know that a bus is running way later than it should, I just wait for the next one as it'll be a heck of a lot quieter and quicker too!

One example is that when I got the 309 to Newcastle one Monday morning, I was waiting for the one that commenced a short trip from Whitley Bay (before the times changed in Jul 2016) and ended up turning up 10 minutes late so I let it go and waited for the one one that started from Blyth which was only 5 minutes late and despite this, the driver managed to get it back on time by 'scratching' of the 310 through Battle Hill Drive then when clear, gave the bus a bit of a right foot and ended up catching the really late 309 on the Coast Road arriving into Newcastle before it and on time too!

Michael



19,142
19 Nov 2017, 7:12 pm #222
(19 Nov 2017, 7:08 pm)L469 YVK The 4 is a bit of a nightmare for timekeeping though to be fair. Been on many of routes myself where the bus behind has ended up catching up and 'leapfrogging' the late runner that has been getting rammed with passengers and personally if I know that a bus is running way later than it should, I just wait for the next one as it'll be a heck of a lot quieter and quicker too!

Stagecoach's 16 and 23 in Sunderland are the same, mostly run in 2's at peak times.

Ooo Friend, Bus Friend.
Michael
19 Nov 2017, 7:12 pm #222

(19 Nov 2017, 7:08 pm)L469 YVK The 4 is a bit of a nightmare for timekeeping though to be fair. Been on many of routes myself where the bus behind has ended up catching up and 'leapfrogging' the late runner that has been getting rammed with passengers and personally if I know that a bus is running way later than it should, I just wait for the next one as it'll be a heck of a lot quieter and quicker too!

Stagecoach's 16 and 23 in Sunderland are the same, mostly run in 2's at peak times.


Ooo Friend, Bus Friend.

19 Nov 2017, 8:26 pm #223
(19 Nov 2017, 7:08 pm)L469 YVK The 4 is a bit of a nightmare for timekeeping though to be fair. Been on many of routes myself where the bus behind has ended up catching up and 'leapfrogging' the late runner that has been getting rammed with passengers and personally if I know that a bus is running way later than it should, I just wait for the next one as it'll be a heck of a lot quieter and quicker too!

One example is that when I got the 309 to Newcastle one Monday morning, I was waiting for the one that commenced a short trip from Whitley Bay (before the times changed in Jul 2016) and ended up turning up 10 minutes late so I let it go and waited for the one one that started from Blyth which was only 5 minutes late and despite this, the driver managed to get it back on time by 'scratching' of the 310 through Battle Hill Drive then when clear, gave the bus a bit of a right foot and ended up catching the really late 309 on the Coast Road arriving into Newcastle before it and on time too!

If you think thats bad try the 56 , every morning i get it on time sometimes 2 mins early but going towards newcastle at 6:45am there is normally 2 together which says alot even though the 56 is always late 7 days a week ! Even the 35 is better for been on time / lateness too.
Citaro5326
19 Nov 2017, 8:26 pm #223

(19 Nov 2017, 7:08 pm)L469 YVK The 4 is a bit of a nightmare for timekeeping though to be fair. Been on many of routes myself where the bus behind has ended up catching up and 'leapfrogging' the late runner that has been getting rammed with passengers and personally if I know that a bus is running way later than it should, I just wait for the next one as it'll be a heck of a lot quieter and quicker too!

One example is that when I got the 309 to Newcastle one Monday morning, I was waiting for the one that commenced a short trip from Whitley Bay (before the times changed in Jul 2016) and ended up turning up 10 minutes late so I let it go and waited for the one one that started from Blyth which was only 5 minutes late and despite this, the driver managed to get it back on time by 'scratching' of the 310 through Battle Hill Drive then when clear, gave the bus a bit of a right foot and ended up catching the really late 309 on the Coast Road arriving into Newcastle before it and on time too!

If you think thats bad try the 56 , every morning i get it on time sometimes 2 mins early but going towards newcastle at 6:45am there is normally 2 together which says alot even though the 56 is always late 7 days a week ! Even the 35 is better for been on time / lateness too.

S830OFT



1,395
19 Nov 2017, 8:36 pm #224
(19 Nov 2017, 8:26 pm)Citaro5326 If you think thats bad try the 56 , every morning i get it on time sometimes 2 mins early but going towards newcastle at 6:45am there is normally 2 together which says alot even though the 56 is always late 7 days a week ! Even the 35 is better for been on time / lateness too.

The stops on Old Durham Road slow it down. Would be good for the 35 and 56 to be combined like 55 and 56.


S830OFT
19 Nov 2017, 8:36 pm #224

(19 Nov 2017, 8:26 pm)Citaro5326 If you think thats bad try the 56 , every morning i get it on time sometimes 2 mins early but going towards newcastle at 6:45am there is normally 2 together which says alot even though the 56 is always late 7 days a week ! Even the 35 is better for been on time / lateness too.

The stops on Old Durham Road slow it down. Would be good for the 35 and 56 to be combined like 55 and 56.



20 Nov 2017, 1:36 pm #225
(19 Nov 2017, 7:12 pm)Michael Stagecoach's 16 and 23 in Sunderland are the same, mostly run in 2's at peak times.

Anywhere in peak times are usually like this but saying that I’m in a Arriva 63 and there running in pairs and it doesn’t seem that busy
Stuartphin1639
20 Nov 2017, 1:36 pm #225

(19 Nov 2017, 7:12 pm)Michael Stagecoach's 16 and 23 in Sunderland are the same, mostly run in 2's at peak times.

Anywhere in peak times are usually like this but saying that I’m in a Arriva 63 and there running in pairs and it doesn’t seem that busy

BusLoverMum



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20 Nov 2017, 6:42 pm #226
It's when half hourly buses run in pairs that you have a real problem.
BusLoverMum
20 Nov 2017, 6:42 pm #226

It's when half hourly buses run in pairs that you have a real problem.

markydh



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20 Nov 2017, 10:41 pm #227
A regular occurrence on peak time X82s in Newcastle!
markydh
20 Nov 2017, 10:41 pm #227

A regular occurrence on peak time X82s in Newcastle!

21 Nov 2017, 11:27 am #228
When will the xmas timetables be released. This time last year they were.
Jordan2104
21 Nov 2017, 11:27 am #228

When will the xmas timetables be released. This time last year they were.

22 Nov 2017, 10:38 am #229
Anyone know if 3968 is out on service today please? if so which service
Coppercap40
22 Nov 2017, 10:38 am #229

Anyone know if 3968 is out on service today please? if so which service

Michael



19,142
22 Nov 2017, 6:22 pm #230
On the 36, and it went through a massive puddle and now its beeping, sensor is going crazy

Ooo Friend, Bus Friend.
Michael
22 Nov 2017, 6:22 pm #230

On the 36, and it went through a massive puddle and now its beeping, sensor is going crazy


Ooo Friend, Bus Friend.

Adrian



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22 Nov 2017, 8:24 pm #231
We're looking to change the way this forum is setup! Have your say in the following thread: http://northeastbuses.co.uk/forum/showth...p?tid=2047

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Adrian
22 Nov 2017, 8:24 pm #231

We're looking to change the way this forum is setup! Have your say in the following thread: http://northeastbuses.co.uk/forum/showth...p?tid=2047


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G-CPTN



961
22 Nov 2017, 10:49 pm #232
Is there a way of contacting GNE Hexham Depot?

Due to a collision between an HGV and a building in Princes Street, Corbridge, the road has been closed (unsafe building).
Service 686 which uses this section of road at the east end of Hill Street to and from Aydon Road will not be able to operate unless it travels along St Helen's Street and/or St Helen's Lane.

The simplest diversion would be to use Watling Street in both directions and cut out Aydon Road and St Helen's Lane
G-CPTN
22 Nov 2017, 10:49 pm #232

Is there a way of contacting GNE Hexham Depot?

Due to a collision between an HGV and a building in Princes Street, Corbridge, the road has been closed (unsafe building).
Service 686 which uses this section of road at the east end of Hill Street to and from Aydon Road will not be able to operate unless it travels along St Helen's Street and/or St Helen's Lane.

The simplest diversion would be to use Watling Street in both directions and cut out Aydon Road and St Helen's Lane

MrBoyt



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22 Nov 2017, 11:38 pm #233
Looks like that service doesn't start that early, so just tweet GNE in the morning and the control room will arrange a diversion and send the info out to drivers.
MrBoyt
22 Nov 2017, 11:38 pm #233

Looks like that service doesn't start that early, so just tweet GNE in the morning and the control room will arrange a diversion and send the info out to drivers.

G-CPTN



961
22 Nov 2017, 11:43 pm #234
(22 Nov 2017, 11:38 pm)MrBoyt Looks like that service doesn't start that early, so just tweet GNE in the morning and the control room will arrange a diversion and send the info out to drivers.

I don't do tweets or facebook - only this and email.

I have flagged-down a TEN and explained the situation to the driver - who said that he would report it when he got to Hexham.
G-CPTN
22 Nov 2017, 11:43 pm #234

(22 Nov 2017, 11:38 pm)MrBoyt Looks like that service doesn't start that early, so just tweet GNE in the morning and the control room will arrange a diversion and send the info out to drivers.

I don't do tweets or facebook - only this and email.

I have flagged-down a TEN and explained the situation to the driver - who said that he would report it when he got to Hexham.

23 Nov 2017, 11:03 am #235
6056 is the first one to go blue - done, or first one due in process at least!
Edited 23 Nov 2017, 11:09 am by RBZ 5459.


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RBZ 5459
23 Nov 2017, 11:03 am #235

6056 is the first one to go blue - done, or first one due in process at least!



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JP6004



1,833
23 Nov 2017, 11:12 am #236
(23 Nov 2017, 11:03 am)RBZ 5459 6056 is the first one to go blue - done, or first one due in process at least!

Interesting.... Wink
JP6004
23 Nov 2017, 11:12 am #236

(23 Nov 2017, 11:03 am)RBZ 5459 6056 is the first one to go blue - done, or first one due in process at least!

Interesting.... Wink

Dan

Site Administrator

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23 Nov 2017, 12:11 pm #237
(23 Nov 2017, 11:03 am)RBZ 5459 6056 is the first one to go blue - done, or first one due in process at least!

Yes, painted yesterday in addition to 5201. It had sustained accident damage so repainted ahead of the others in the batch, in line with the impending delivery of the new double-decks for the Angel. Drying off today, should be ready to return to service tomorrow all being well.

6077 painted on Tuesday and branded yesterday. Should be back out in service now.
Dan
23 Nov 2017, 12:11 pm #237

(23 Nov 2017, 11:03 am)RBZ 5459 6056 is the first one to go blue - done, or first one due in process at least!

Yes, painted yesterday in addition to 5201. It had sustained accident damage so repainted ahead of the others in the batch, in line with the impending delivery of the new double-decks for the Angel. Drying off today, should be ready to return to service tomorrow all being well.

6077 painted on Tuesday and branded yesterday. Should be back out in service now.

Michael



19,142
23 Nov 2017, 12:17 pm #238
(23 Nov 2017, 12:11 pm)Dan Yes, painted yesterday in addition to 5201. It had sustained accident damage so repainted ahead of the others in the batch, in line with the impending delivery of the new double-decks for the Angel. Drying off today, should be ready to return to service tomorrow all being well.

6077 painted on Tuesday and branded yesterday. Should be back out in service now.

Does this confirm the Hybrids are moving to the Coaster with them going in to light Blue?

Ooo Friend, Bus Friend.
Michael
23 Nov 2017, 12:17 pm #238

(23 Nov 2017, 12:11 pm)Dan Yes, painted yesterday in addition to 5201. It had sustained accident damage so repainted ahead of the others in the batch, in line with the impending delivery of the new double-decks for the Angel. Drying off today, should be ready to return to service tomorrow all being well.

6077 painted on Tuesday and branded yesterday. Should be back out in service now.

Does this confirm the Hybrids are moving to the Coaster with them going in to light Blue?


Ooo Friend, Bus Friend.

23 Nov 2017, 12:22 pm #239
(23 Nov 2017, 12:17 pm)Michael Does this confirm the Hybrids are moving to the Coaster with them going in to light Blue?

Yes they're going to Percy Main. Considering there is about 5 a day or so VOR hope they can keep on top of them. Interesting to know if they have an extended warranty with Volvo Washington for the maintenance as the 5 years is up now.... so Percy Main might have to fix them. Think older Versa refurbs kickoff soon after the Mercs are done coinciding with Jarrow changes and cascades, not sure what's been mentioned on that front as I don't keep up with too much on the thread.
Edited 23 Nov 2017, 2:12 pm by RBZ 5459.


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RBZ 5459
23 Nov 2017, 12:22 pm #239

(23 Nov 2017, 12:17 pm)Michael Does this confirm the Hybrids are moving to the Coaster with them going in to light Blue?

Yes they're going to Percy Main. Considering there is about 5 a day or so VOR hope they can keep on top of them. Interesting to know if they have an extended warranty with Volvo Washington for the maintenance as the 5 years is up now.... so Percy Main might have to fix them. Think older Versa refurbs kickoff soon after the Mercs are done coinciding with Jarrow changes and cascades, not sure what's been mentioned on that front as I don't keep up with too much on the thread.



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citaro5284



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23 Nov 2017, 4:13 pm #240
Christmas/New Year services

https://www.gonortheast.co.uk/christmas/
citaro5284
23 Nov 2017, 4:13 pm #240

Christmas/New Year services

https://www.gonortheast.co.uk/christmas/

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