RE: Go North East - Latest
I think that the service changes GNE made back in 2010 have made a massive difference to the 309 and 310. They've managed to build up a strong base in Battle Hill with the 2 services. I've been on the 309 several times on the PM inbound journeys from Newcastle since the double decks launched. The downstairs is always full and upstairs is about half full. I do think though that if GNE retimed the 309 a few minutes before the 308 and promote the 309 more between Rake Lane and Blyth, the 309 could become one of GNE's major services!