(06 Jan 2023, 1:05 am)OrangeArrow49 wrote Yes, the X46 has the same problem as many tendered services, limited ticket options. That's why the 19, 32/32A, 35 and 317 all perform better, they are operated by a major operator with other connecting buses. Arriva was the best operator for the X46, or GNE (because of the Q3). Stagecoach are getting the 342 in March apparently. Not many operators have capacity for taking on more work, so I'm guessing Stanley Travel will keep the X46. Maybe A-Line could pick up some work and I'm guessing Phoenix will get something, with the M6/552 being cancelled.
Where did you here that Stagecoach are getting the 342? The tender process hasn't concluded yet, so not sure how this could be true (although I'm not saying it won't happen, just that it won't be known yet)