(27 Apr 2021, 8:45 pm)BeachBoy99 wrote Amen. Say no more. Was never a fan of it and it's just all over the place. Has "X-lines" actually gotten anyone to use the bus? Doubt it...And neither does the attitude of "it has 4 wheels and an engine". At least GNE are trying to actually get passengers. They were in a strong position pre-pandemic and although in ropey waters at the moment, they'll hopefully attract "new" customers who wouldn't otherwise use the bus.
The bus isn't going to be for everyone for various reasons but those who it would suit who'd otherwise use alternative means are the ones GNE are trying to attract.
Now going back to the A v B argument, a certain other operator has retained their "local" services but at what expense? Is it really a sustainable business model taking everything into account (resources, on going investment etc)?