(14 Nov 2018, 12:45 am)Multi21 wrote
That works if they curtail the 5A to Guisborough as it will save 30 minutes per trip. The problem is if it saves 30 minutes that's a bus in the PVR and if they can save a bus they will.
You many be right, but the main priority shouldnt be to save a bus or two - especially on a Sapphire route, these are supposed to be profitable main routes which if anything deserve more investment.
Ive emailed Arriva with my thoughts and I know they are still considering what to do with the 5 and 5A, but the 'problem' part of the routes are definitely between Swans Corner and Middlesbrough bus station. At the other end it could be argued that Easington doesnt need as many buses as it currently gets, but they need to turn round somewhere. Theres also variations such as Liverton Mines and Skinningrove to take into account, and a growing demand for a bus to Skelton Asda from East Cleveland.
Its tough balancing all these demands with trying to get to and from Middlesbrough in a reasonable amount of time.