Me and Josh were thinking of a new express between Chester and Sunderland. Basically, this is what we thought.

X25 - Langley Park - Witton Gilbert - Sacriston - Edmondsley - Waldridge Park - Chester-le-Street - Portobello - Wrekenton - Gateshead - Newcastle - Every hour.

X26 Langley Park - Witton Gilbert - Sacriston - Edmondsley - Waldridge Park - Chester-le-Street - Portobello - Chester Road - Sunderland
Every 30 mins between Chester-le-Street and Sunderland, Every hour extending to Langley Park.

A new, improved 20 minute frequency between Chester-le-Street and Portobello.
A new, fast link between Chester-le-Street and Sunderland and Royal Hospital.
New links for passengers in Langley Park and Birtley to Sunderland and the Royal Hospital.