(11 Oct 2021, 9:29 am)Andreos1 wrote That's the thing. For some who live 3-4miles and there is a direct route, it may be a viable alternative. For those needing 2/3 buses to get to work and the same back, it's not going to be an alternative - particularly if the car is not only quicker/direct, but the journey significantly shorter too.
I don't believe the vast majority of people live and work within a 3/4 mile radius and for the majority of those commuting to/from work, I reckon the lack of public transport impacts on their mode of transport. Just look at the major employment sites and the transport connectivity in those areas.
I agree pricing is a major factor. That goes without saying. I do think it is just part of the fix though.
I've long said that people just use buses out of necessity. no access to car use the bus. Getting drunk use the bus. Streetdeck fan often says he prefers the bus to car but i believe he is learning to drive. Once hes done this and gets himself a motor he'll think why was i making 2 hour journeys when i can sit here in elegance and do the journey in less then half the time"! I know that was me before I got a car!!