Seems I was just at the wrong timings to see people yesterday then!
From what I saw yesterday, more people were aware than 2 weeks ago about this service as there were fuller loads and when I went past Pilgrim Street again later in the day, there were large queues each time. I would definitely choose it over the metro again. I agree that as the word spreads further it will become even more popular.
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