(02 Nov 2019, 8:46 am)L469 YVK wrote
I'd say that the number of X39 journeys running at the minute is just right, wouldn't be a need for any more unless Sage takes off (but they'll just be filling the void left by Utilitywise).
Although the 310 serving the main Cobalt like the 309 during the evenings would be an ok idea in theory, the frequency wouldn't be exactly combined as the 310 would also have to additionally serve Hadrian Park and High Farm.
In terms of the 57 continuing beyond Hadrian Park to Cobalt during the morning & evening peak periods, it would be quicker for passengers to get off in Battle Hill and change on to the 309.
I'd say the big priorities when the Cobalt & Coast services are next revised (taking into account Sage) would be:
- Streamlining morning frequency
- Slightly improving the evening frequency (2x buses per hour on both service until approx 9-9.30pm then dropping to hourly)
- Improving the Sunday & Bank Holiday reliability
Advertising a connecting at battle hill doesn't sound like good business.
Imagine on a windy, rainy, winters day. It's been dark for 3 hours and the quickest way home is to get off one bus and stand in the elements until the other one arrives.
If enough people make that return journey once a day, then a peak time additional bus would solve problems and keep customers sweet.