On the buses Stagecoach announce timetables for their Christmas services
THE timetables and restrictions for Stagecoach’s bus services has been released ready for the Christmas period.
In a newsletter sent to customers this week, a spokesperson for the travel company said: “As you’ve probably heard, a local restriction tier system will be in place across England from Wednesday December 2.
“Whichever tier you’re in, we’re still here for the journeys you need to make and we’re not expecting to amend our services until our timetables change for the festive period.”
They also said: “Remember, unless you’re exempt, you must wear a face covering throughout your journey. Please use contactless payment where you can, keep your distance from other passengers and take your litter with you.
“Please plan ahead as some of our services may be busier than normal and try to take the most direct route available.
“Check Christmas timetables on our website before you travel.”
Stagecoach have also added a ‘quieter bus’ function on their app.
The colour coded buses means you can use the live map to choose the quietest service on your route.
December 21, 22, 23 - Monday to Friday service
Christmas Eve (Thursday December 24) - Thursday service, with last bus after 8pm on most routes
Christmas Day (Friday December 25) - No services
» Boxing Day (Saturday December 26) - Sunday service, with a slightly later start for Service 94
» Sunday December 27 - Sunday service, with a slightly later start for Service 94
» Monday December 28 - Sunday service, with a slightly later start for Service 94
» Tuesday December 29 - Special timetables will be running
» Wednesday December 30 - Special timetables will be running
» New Year’s Eve (Thursday December 31) - Special timetables will be running
» New Year’s Day (Friday January 1) - No services
» Saturday January 2 - Normal service resumes.
Stagecoach have said that their priority “remains to keep customers and employees safe”.
On their website they write: “Government guidance in England is to stay at home. You should only travel for work, education or other permitted reasons.
“To keep our buses safe and clean, we have daily deep cleans with extra disinfecting throughout the day.
“We pay special attention to handrails, bells, seats and poles to make sure they’re regularly and thoroughly cleaned.
“Unless you’re exempt, you must wear a face covering throughout your journey and when using indoor public transport hubs in England.
“Please follow the guidance so everyone can travel with confidence.”
Please plan ahead as some of our services may be busier than normal and try to take the most direct route available