As a brand new member, I haven't had time to read in (guests cannot read threads), but I am interested to see the progress of the 685 service (and whether it will survive the onslaught from GoNorthEast with their X84/X85 services).

The Arriva 685 service is frequently delayed or occasionally no-show and tickets are not transferable to the Stagecoach-run services, so it seems preferable for passengers to use the GoNorthEast service (which is more frequent).

How long will Arriva persist, I wonder?