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Is there a dupe on X11 today, as if bustimes is right, there's only 26 seats free on 6377 by the time it got to Washington and 7111 is tracking on X9 today.
(24 Apr 2021, 8:27 am)Tiger5105 wrote [ -> ]Is there a dupe on X11 today, as if bustimes is right, there's only 26 seats free on 6377 by the time it got to Washington and 7111 is tracking on X9 today.

7151 according to bustimes.org, although its running way behind, as its only entering Washington.

https://bustimes.org/vehicles/279598?dat.../125509499


Edit:


From Facebook:

X-lines X11 - We are aware that service X11 has left passengers at Washington, don't worry, there is an extra bus on it's way to pick you up.
(24 Apr 2021, 8:27 am)Tiger5105 wrote [ -> ]Is there a dupe on X11 today, as if bustimes is right, there's only 26 seats free on 6377 by the time it got to Washington and 7111 is tracking on X9 today.
Appears that it was on but got pulled at Washington.

There's 36/62 people on it at Guisborough according to the ticket machine which BusTimes used behind the scene.

RecordedAtTime 2021-04-24T09:33:43+00:00
ItemIdentifier bd65bd8d-c4c6-4907-8e91-1b5891a4255e
ValidUntilTime 2021-04-24T09:39:23.891136
MonitoredVehicleJourney
LineRef X11
DirectionRef outbound
PublishedLineName X11
OperatorRef GNEL
DestinationRef 3200YNA06580
VehicleLocation
Longitude -0.992243
Latitude 54.524876
Bearing 23.0
Occupancy seatsAvailable
BlockRef 11
VehicleJourneyRef 1
VehicleRef 6377
Extensions
VehicleJourney
Operational
TicketMachine
TicketMachineServiceCode X11
JourneyCode 0827
VehicleUniqueId 6377
DriverRef 95872
SeatedOccupancy 36
SeatedCapacity 62
WheelchairOccupancy 0
WheelchairCapacity 1
OccupancyThresholds 34,41

That's the data you get for those who's ever been interested in the bus open data for live buses and is what powers Bustimes pretty much.
The big question remains:

Will it serve Billingham on the return journey?
(24 Apr 2021, 2:03 pm)Clifton Hignett III wrote [ -> ]The big question remains:

Will it serve Billingham on the return journey?
I can't bear the tension.

I am thinking it definitely will after how much it kicked off last week. I am sure the driver won't dare make that mistake again.

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(24 Apr 2021, 9:38 am)Storx wrote [ -> ]Appears that it was on but got pulled at Washington.

There's 36/62 people on it at Guisborough according to the ticket machine which BusTimes used behind the scene.

RecordedAtTime 2021-04-24T09:33:43+00:00
ItemIdentifier bd65bd8d-c4c6-4907-8e91-1b5891a4255e
ValidUntilTime 2021-04-24T09:39:23.891136
MonitoredVehicleJourney
LineRef X11
DirectionRef outbound
PublishedLineName X11
OperatorRef GNEL
DestinationRef 3200YNA06580
VehicleLocation
Longitude -0.992243
Latitude 54.524876
Bearing 23.0
Occupancy seatsAvailable
BlockRef 11
VehicleJourneyRef 1
VehicleRef 6377
Extensions
VehicleJourney
Operational
TicketMachine
TicketMachineServiceCode X11
JourneyCode 0827
VehicleUniqueId 6377
DriverRef 95872
SeatedOccupancy 36
SeatedCapacity 62
WheelchairOccupancy 0
WheelchairCapacity 1
OccupancyThresholds 34,41

That's the data you get for those who's ever been interested in the bus open data for live buses and is what powers Bustimes pretty much.
Dont forget that 36 passengers is the maximum to allow for social distancing so in theory the bus was full
Despite the agreements & disagreements about the X11, you can't argue that GNE have made a good shout here. Does exactly what it says on the tin and no doubt will be a success if the route continues to be given the right backing and direction (by not missing Billingham haha *joke*).
(24 Apr 2021, 6:01 pm)N1cholas wrote [ -> ]Dont forget that 36 passengers is the maximum to allow for social distancing so in theory the bus was full

Are you sure on that. I believe the occupation thresholds are the limits for buses and it's used for like bands green below 34 is good, 35 - 40 close then 41+ is over capacity. I could be wrong but I believe it's there for the capacity tracking apps so would suggest 40 is the capacity.
(24 Apr 2021, 6:37 pm)Storx wrote [ -> ]Are you sure on that. I believe the occupation thresholds are the limits for buses and it's used for like bands green below 34 is good, 35 - 40 close then 41+ is over capacity. I could be wrong but I believe it's there for the capacity tracking apps so would suggest 40 is the capacity.
It all depends on the groups of passengers, if you have 20 couples on then you get 40 passengers, if you have 15 couples, 6 single passengers (who in theory take a double seat due to social distancing) then 36 could well make the bus "full" like i say the group size of passengers determine capacity
(24 Apr 2021, 6:57 pm)N1cholas wrote [ -> ]It all depends on the groups of passengers, if you have 20 couples on then you get 40 passengers, if you have 15 couples, 6 single passengers (who in theory take a double seat due to social distancing) then 36 could well make the bus "full" like i say the group size of passengers determine capacity

I'd stick to an advisory capacity of 30-35 for a decker no matter who's travelling in groups. Also speaking of capacity (althogh off topic) one driver on the 8 allowed someone to get on and just stand today which was abit of a silly move especially when she acknowledged the vus was full abd still asked if the passenger wanted on.
You also have to take into account that seats that face each other (over wheel arches and around tables) are out of use unless you are travelling in more than one's, so that brings the capacity down even further.
(24 Apr 2021, 6:57 pm)N1cholas wrote [ -> ]It all depends on the groups of passengers, if you have 20 couples on then you get 40 passengers, if you have 15 couples, 6 single passengers (who in theory take a double seat due to social distancing) then 36 could well make the bus "full" like i say the group size of passengers determine capacity

Yeah that's fair points then. Makes sense with the groups etc.

Bit off topic I admit but what's the rules with groups as I'm guessing have 2 sets of twos couldn't sit next each other like

XX - XX
XX - XX
XX - XX

so guessing it'll have to be like

XO - XX
XX - OX
XO - XX

X's being people and O's being gaps which would reduce capacity regardless or is it allowed which wouldn't be a metre between people.
(24 Apr 2021, 8:17 pm)Storx wrote [ -> ]Yeah that's fair points then. Makes sense with the groups etc.

Bit off topic I admit but what's the rules with groups as I'm guessing have 2 sets of twos couldn't sit next each other like

XX - XX
XX - XX
XX - XX

so guessing it'll have to be like

XO - XX
XX - OX
XO - XX

X's being people and O's being gaps which would reduce capacity regardless or is it allowed which wouldn't be a metre between people.

The rules are still to keep a 1 metre distance whilst wearing a face covering, I reckon the gangway is probably less than 0.5m on your average bus, so you shouldn't have two couples occupying two pairs of seats next to each other.
Just tracked 7153 on the X11 today.
(24 Apr 2021, 10:27 pm)Adrian wrote [ -> ]The rules are still to keep a 1 metre distance whilst wearing a face covering, I reckon the gangway is probably less than 0.5m on your average bus, so you shouldn't have two couples occupying two pairs of seats next to each other.

Thank you, had a feeling that would've been the approach. Believe it's how trains and airlines (bar they're 3's) are currently doing it with reservations.
(25 Apr 2021, 11:53 am)Storx wrote [ -> ]Thank you, had a feeling that would've been the approach. Believe it's how trains and airlines (bar they're 3's) are currently doing it with reservations.
Thats just my opinion on it, rather than fact mind!

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Had the pleasure of 7153 today on my first X11 trip down to Whitby/Scarborough and back. Just 8 passengers iirc and I had the short Whitby-Scarborough section of the journey to myself (all stops were observed)
(24 Apr 2021, 7:36 pm)GNE6312 wrote [ -> ]I'd stick to an advisory capacity of 30-35 for a decker no matter who's travelling in groups. Also speaking of capacity (althogh off topic) one driver on the 8 allowed someone to get on and just stand today which was abit of a silly move especially when she acknowledged the vus was full abd still asked if the passenger wanted on.
Some of our 64s are packed like sardines - I think sometimes the drivers just decide to pick up everyone waiting and avoid a confrontation or a crowd at the stop - particularly problematic on north Road in Durham, at the moment.
Go North East had made it official the X11 will now be ran by one of the new X9/X10 coach's. A duplicate bus will still be required (if needed)
Looks like the X11 will no longer be operated by 6377, but will now be operated by one of the X9/X10 coaches.

https://twitter.com/gonortheast/status/1...7469334532

Our Seasider X11 service will now be operated by one of our premium coaches, giving you even more comfort for your journey.

We'll also have a duplicate bus available, so there's no need to worry about not getting a seat.

I thought the reason for using 6377 over a coach was for the additional capacity, although if they're going to be running a duplicate anyway, it makes more sense to run the coaches which will presumably be more fuel efficient
(29 Apr 2021, 8:34 am)streetdeckfan wrote [ -> ]Looks like the X11 will no longer be operated by 6377, but will now be operated by one of the X9/X10 coaches.

https://twitter.com/gonortheast/status/1...7469334532


I thought the reason for using 6377 over a coach was for the additional capacity, although if they're going to be running a duplicate anyway, it makes more sense to run the coaches which will presumably be more fuel efficient
Maybe it's because 6377 didn't run last Sunday and they have a spare X Lines Coach on a Sunday. Tbh it seems a better option in my opinion. It gives people a luxury trip down to Scarborough or Whitby. It can hold more people that 6377 can and it makes sense now
Plus it has an onboard Toilet.
I think go North East hit a really good thing with this X11 if last weekend 6377 was full at Washington and now they have decided to put one of there brand new coaches on. They really did something mad here with a new holiday service. Question is wonder how full this service will be when it runs daily
(29 Apr 2021, 8:41 am)Micheal Aaron wrote [ -> ]I think go North East hit a really good thing with this X11 if last weekend 6377 was full at Washington and now they have decided to put one of there brand new coaches on. They really did something mad here with a new holiday service. Question is wonder how full this service will be when it runs daily


More second hand coach than brand new


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I would potentially use this service now. I'm personally on water tablets for high blood pressure and it's a nightmare going for a walk for an hour nevermind several hours on a coach. I also carry a radar key and keep an empty bottle in the car.
(25 Apr 2021, 11:53 am)Storx wrote [ -> ]Thank you, had a feeling that would've been the approach. Believe it's how trains and airlines (bar they're 3's) are currently doing it with reservations.
Flown recently, can confirm that airlines are not operating seat gaps or anything such like. I travelled on my own and only by luck did I have a gap in between myself and the person sat in my row.

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(29 Apr 2021, 8:38 am)Rapidsnap wrote [ -> ]Plus it has an onboard Toilet.

I know. I logged on here expecting to see floods of praise for GNE providing a toilet en-route.  Rolleyes
Even with the X Lines Coach now. 7154 had to be duplicate by 6377 at Heworth. Goes to show how popular this service is getting
(01 May 2021, 9:32 am)Micheal Aaron wrote [ -> ]Even with the X Lines Coach now. 7154 had to be duplicate by 6377 at Heworth. Goes to show how popular this service is getting

So really nowt's changed? All they've done is put the coach in front of the StreetDeck and called it an upgrade.

Good thing it's continuing to be busy though!
(01 May 2021, 10:57 pm)streetdeckfan wrote [ -> ]So really nowt's changed? All they've done is put the coach in front of the StreetDeck and called it an upgrade.

Good thing it's continuing to be busy though!
Not really. Maybe tbh they thought the coach would have done the job. But guess not. At least its doing well
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