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Preston to Liverpool buses get an upgrade

Posted on - 18th November, 2017 - 12:00pm | Author - | Posted in - Preston News, Transport
Inside the new look Stagecoach buses Pic: Gareth Jones
Inside the new look Stagecoach buses Pic: Gareth Jones

If you travel from Preston to Liverpool or Southport on the buses you could soon be enjoying a more comfortable journey.

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Nearly a dozen new buses have been put into operation on the X2 route between the two cities.

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Stagecoach Merseyside, Cheshire and South Lancashire has upgraded its fleet and the new X2s will include table seats, USB ports, deluxe leather seats and LED reading lights.

Read more: Preston to Manchester Christmas Markets bus service launched

Managing director for Stagecoach Merseyside and South Lancs Rob Jones said: “Stagecoach is committed to continually investing in our fleet in Lancashire – ensuring we deliver sustainable, comfortable, high-specification vehicles to our customers; providing them with a first-class experience.

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“The new buses being introduced on the X2 route are a first for the business and we’re delighted to be launching them. We have worked closely with the design and engineering teams to incorporate a range of new features, which will make the passenger experience even more pleasant and comfortable.

“We’re expecting the table seats to be a real hit, both with commuters who want to work on the go and with families or friends who want to sit together socially as a group.”

Read more: Increased fares on Preston Bus services

Stagecoach operates more than 400 buses across the regions and has spent £2.5million on the 11 new buses.

Do you use the X2? What do you think of the new look buses? Let us know in the comments below

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