(19 Aug 2013, 4:36 pm)W179SCU wrote Yeah, I noticed that and it was very annoying (having used the bus from Wallsend to Whitley Bay) - I guess it could make a difference. In my opinion, Vykings are ideal buses for the 17, the renowns can get overcrowded especially on the North Shields-Whitley Bay section of the route.
Try Steve and Karen from Durham to Newcastle announcing every stop!