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30 Aug 2021, 8:57 pm #1
Doesn't seem to be a thread for this so I'll make this one.
There are quite a few taxibus routes around now TB1, TB10, TB21, TB503, etc... 
Are there any changes planned for the existing TB Routes? 
Are the logistics and tendering processes different compared to a normal Neus contract?
Could commercial taxibuses become a thing?

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ASX_Terranova
30 Aug 2021, 8:57 pm #1

Doesn't seem to be a thread for this so I'll make this one.
There are quite a few taxibus routes around now TB1, TB10, TB21, TB503, etc... 
Are there any changes planned for the existing TB Routes? 
Are the logistics and tendering processes different compared to a normal Neus contract?
Could commercial taxibuses become a thing?


Twitter: @ASX_Terranova
Blog: https://asxterranova.home.blog/

busmanT



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31 Aug 2021, 5:42 pm #2
(30 Aug 2021, 8:57 pm)ASX_Terranova Doesn't seem to be a thread for this so I'll make this one.
There are quite a few taxibus routes around now TB1, TB10, TB21, TB503, etc... 
Are there any changes planned for the existing TB Routes? 
Are the logistics and tendering processes different compared to a normal Neus contract?
Could commercial taxibuses become a thing?
I expect the tender process to be similar, but with tenders only being sent to those Taxi operators who have registered with Nexus as being able to provide this type of work.
Given the very low number of passengers carried by the Taxibus services (from observations of TB14, TB20/21) I can't see any ever becoming commercial!

I think that Taxibuses were introduced quite a few years ago now, and will surely be due for review by Nexus as part of the work on the Bus Service Improvement Plan.
busmanT
31 Aug 2021, 5:42 pm #2

(30 Aug 2021, 8:57 pm)ASX_Terranova Doesn't seem to be a thread for this so I'll make this one.
There are quite a few taxibus routes around now TB1, TB10, TB21, TB503, etc... 
Are there any changes planned for the existing TB Routes? 
Are the logistics and tendering processes different compared to a normal Neus contract?
Could commercial taxibuses become a thing?
I expect the tender process to be similar, but with tenders only being sent to those Taxi operators who have registered with Nexus as being able to provide this type of work.
Given the very low number of passengers carried by the Taxibus services (from observations of TB14, TB20/21) I can't see any ever becoming commercial!

I think that Taxibuses were introduced quite a few years ago now, and will surely be due for review by Nexus as part of the work on the Bus Service Improvement Plan.

31 Aug 2021, 7:54 pm #3
(31 Aug 2021, 5:42 pm)busmanT I expect the tender process to be similar, but with tenders only being sent to those Taxi operators who have registered with Nexus as being able to provide this type of work.
Given the very low number of passengers carried by the Taxibus services (from observations of TB14, TB20/21) I can't see any ever becoming commercial!

I think that Taxibuses were introduced quite a few years ago now, and will surely be due for review by Nexus as part of the work on the Bus Service Improvement Plan.
It would be cheaper to operate in terms of fuel and cheaper to buy vehicles than a regular service bus. Espically if a route see less than 8 pax per journey.

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ASX_Terranova
31 Aug 2021, 7:54 pm #3

(31 Aug 2021, 5:42 pm)busmanT I expect the tender process to be similar, but with tenders only being sent to those Taxi operators who have registered with Nexus as being able to provide this type of work.
Given the very low number of passengers carried by the Taxibus services (from observations of TB14, TB20/21) I can't see any ever becoming commercial!

I think that Taxibuses were introduced quite a few years ago now, and will surely be due for review by Nexus as part of the work on the Bus Service Improvement Plan.
It would be cheaper to operate in terms of fuel and cheaper to buy vehicles than a regular service bus. Espically if a route see less than 8 pax per journey.


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Blog: https://asxterranova.home.blog/

31 Aug 2021, 8:21 pm #4
Aren't these the exact routes that DRT would be perfect for?
streetdeckfan
31 Aug 2021, 8:21 pm #4

Aren't these the exact routes that DRT would be perfect for?

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01 Sep 2021, 9:40 am #5
(31 Aug 2021, 7:54 pm)ASX_Terranova It would be cheaper to operate in terms of fuel and cheaper to buy vehicles than a regular service bus. Espically if a route see less than 8 pax per journey.

This already exists in the commercial world. UberPool. Only without the restrictions of a fixed route and the convenience of taking you door to door.

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01 Sep 2021, 9:40 am #5

(31 Aug 2021, 7:54 pm)ASX_Terranova It would be cheaper to operate in terms of fuel and cheaper to buy vehicles than a regular service bus. Espically if a route see less than 8 pax per journey.

This already exists in the commercial world. UberPool. Only without the restrictions of a fixed route and the convenience of taking you door to door.


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13 Oct 2023, 2:35 pm #6
Do you need an O-License to Operate a TaxiBus

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ASX_Terranova
13 Oct 2023, 2:35 pm #6

Do you need an O-License to Operate a TaxiBus


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22 Feb 2024, 4:02 pm #7
I've designed a route and timetable that would allow people going to the galleries to get off the bus right outside ASDA, Sainsbury's, Aldi etc.... 

My reasoning for this is firstly, there is nothing towards ayton/birtley about xx20-25. 
Secondly, that people would prefer getting off at more places than just the bus station.
Also, if marketed and branded correctly could be a useful shuttle.
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ASX_Terranova
22 Feb 2024, 4:02 pm #7

I've designed a route and timetable that would allow people going to the galleries to get off the bus right outside ASDA, Sainsbury's, Aldi etc.... 

My reasoning for this is firstly, there is nothing towards ayton/birtley about xx20-25. 
Secondly, that people would prefer getting off at more places than just the bus station.
Also, if marketed and branded correctly could be a useful shuttle.

Attached Files
.pdf
TB15 Timetable.pdf
Size: 15.7 KB / Downloads: 20

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Blog: https://asxterranova.home.blog/

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988
23 Feb 2024, 5:46 pm #8
(22 Feb 2024, 4:02 pm)ASX_Terranova I've designed a route and timetable that would allow people going to the galleries to get off the bus right outside ASDA, Sainsbury's, Aldi etc.... 

My reasoning for this is firstly, there is nothing towards ayton/birtley about xx20-25. 
Secondly, that people would prefer getting off at more places than just the bus station.
Also, if marketed and branded correctly could be a useful shuttle.

Good idea but 25 mins waiting time at Washington.  Perhaps increase patronage by continuing to Metrocentre perhaps.
LVK 404L
23 Feb 2024, 5:46 pm #8

(22 Feb 2024, 4:02 pm)ASX_Terranova I've designed a route and timetable that would allow people going to the galleries to get off the bus right outside ASDA, Sainsbury's, Aldi etc.... 

My reasoning for this is firstly, there is nothing towards ayton/birtley about xx20-25. 
Secondly, that people would prefer getting off at more places than just the bus station.
Also, if marketed and branded correctly could be a useful shuttle.

Good idea but 25 mins waiting time at Washington.  Perhaps increase patronage by continuing to Metrocentre perhaps.

23 Feb 2024, 11:31 pm #9
(23 Feb 2024, 5:46 pm)ifm001 Good idea but 25 mins waiting time at Washington.  Perhaps increase patronage by continuing to Metrocentre perhaps.
That would add running time, and require extra vehicles, this a low cost ev operation designed to feed the galleries in gaps left by GNE.

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ASX_Terranova
23 Feb 2024, 11:31 pm #9

(23 Feb 2024, 5:46 pm)ifm001 Good idea but 25 mins waiting time at Washington.  Perhaps increase patronage by continuing to Metrocentre perhaps.
That would add running time, and require extra vehicles, this a low cost ev operation designed to feed the galleries in gaps left by GNE.


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23 Feb 2024, 11:41 pm #10
(23 Feb 2024, 11:31 pm)ASX_Terranova That would add running time, and require extra vehicles, this a low cost ev operation designed to feed the galleries in gaps left by GNE.

25 mins I would at least make an express from the galleries to Nissan or amazon and back (to make it pay)

Then again if you look at the obscure taxi bus service station taxis Sunderland operated (Ryhope to national glass centre housing estate) think it was charging £40 a day for a trip there and back with 30min in sunderland City centre

Sure that taxibus is a con as it stops at taxi rank at park lane
Edited 23 Feb 2024, 11:43 pm by DaveFromUpNorth.
DaveFromUpNorth
23 Feb 2024, 11:41 pm #10

(23 Feb 2024, 11:31 pm)ASX_Terranova That would add running time, and require extra vehicles, this a low cost ev operation designed to feed the galleries in gaps left by GNE.

25 mins I would at least make an express from the galleries to Nissan or amazon and back (to make it pay)

Then again if you look at the obscure taxi bus service station taxis Sunderland operated (Ryhope to national glass centre housing estate) think it was charging £40 a day for a trip there and back with 30min in sunderland City centre

Sure that taxibus is a con as it stops at taxi rank at park lane

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24 Feb 2024, 7:17 am #11
(23 Feb 2024, 11:31 pm)ASX_Terranova That would add running time, and require extra vehicles, this a low cost ev operation designed to feed the galleries in gaps left by GNE.
It wouldnt.

Team to Valley North to Metrocentre cam be done in less than 10 mins each way which would still work into the pvr you have
LVK 404L
24 Feb 2024, 7:17 am #11

(23 Feb 2024, 11:31 pm)ASX_Terranova That would add running time, and require extra vehicles, this a low cost ev operation designed to feed the galleries in gaps left by GNE.
It wouldnt.

Team to Valley North to Metrocentre cam be done in less than 10 mins each way which would still work into the pvr you have

24 Feb 2024, 10:53 am #12
(24 Feb 2024, 7:17 am)ifm001 It wouldnt.

Team to Valley North to Metrocentre cam be done in less than 10 mins each way which would still work into the pvr you have
Could you do that and still make fit evenly with the 50 & 82 in ayton and lambton though. It needs to leave the galleries between 20 & 25 past whilst going towards the galleries from ayton at about 35 ish

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ASX_Terranova
24 Feb 2024, 10:53 am #12

(24 Feb 2024, 7:17 am)ifm001 It wouldnt.

Team to Valley North to Metrocentre cam be done in less than 10 mins each way which would still work into the pvr you have
Could you do that and still make fit evenly with the 50 & 82 in ayton and lambton though. It needs to leave the galleries between 20 & 25 past whilst going towards the galleries from ayton at about 35 ish


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988
24 Feb 2024, 5:52 pm #13
(24 Feb 2024, 10:53 am)ASX_Terranova Could you do that and still make fit evenly with the 50 & 82 in ayton and lambton though. It needs to leave the galleries between 20 & 25 past whilst going towards the galleries from ayton at about 35 ish

Well if proving difficult then utlise fhe layover time at Washington as fhe prevoous member suggested and continue from Galleries to Concord and Follingsby Amazon.

Dont waste 25 mins sat doing and making nothing when there could be potential income somewhere.  Just need to work it out.
Edited 24 Feb 2024, 5:53 pm by LVK 404L.
LVK 404L
24 Feb 2024, 5:52 pm #13

(24 Feb 2024, 10:53 am)ASX_Terranova Could you do that and still make fit evenly with the 50 & 82 in ayton and lambton though. It needs to leave the galleries between 20 & 25 past whilst going towards the galleries from ayton at about 35 ish

Well if proving difficult then utlise fhe layover time at Washington as fhe prevoous member suggested and continue from Galleries to Concord and Follingsby Amazon.

Dont waste 25 mins sat doing and making nothing when there could be potential income somewhere.  Just need to work it out.

 
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