GNE haven't done too badly with the X3 and X36. All they've simply done is take a leaf out of one service whilst using the strengths of another service to form a sustainable and profitable service. Here's what I mean:
Before November 2010 changes:
- 75 = Good service but too slow by serving High Farm from Coast and not frequent enough.
- 76 = Not frequent enough, more journeys wanted west of Middle Engine Lane.
- 85 / 86 = Circular service not getting enough demand
- 1/2 = Not getting enough demand between North Shields and Whitley Bay
- 309 = Operating too much in Arriva's turf. Needs to establish itself in its own market.
Result of the above:
- 1/2 = Uses old 85/86 route between Shields anx Whitley Bay to create and stabilise links and routes at a profit.
- 309 = Enters its own market and uses strengths of 75 but removes the inconvenience of High Farm.
- 310 = Still holds links of 85/86 and continues to uphold links and service of old 75/76 service. New strong combined frequency formed in Battle Hill resulting in increased demand.
- Service 80 rerouted to fill void on Westminster Avenue and to also reopen up some of the link lost after the 337 was withdrawn by Arriva.
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