Bus company steps in to save Market Drayton route
A Potteries-based bus company has stepped in to save a Market Drayton bus route.
The D&G Bus group is introducing journeys on Service 64 running between Market Drayton, Newcastle-under-Lyme and Hanley, as a partial replacement to some journeys currently provided by Arriva Midlands.
The journeys, which also serves Loggerheads, Ashley and Baldwins Gate, will be introduced on Monday.
Company bosses say the service is a lifeline to many people.
D&G Bus will provide departures from Market Drayton from Monday to Friday at 09.11am, 11.11am and 1.34pm. Return journeys will leave Hanley Bus Station at 10.15am, 12.15pm and 2.45pm, along with departures from Newcastle-under-Lyme at 10.30am, 12.30pm and 3pm towards the Shropshire town.
Chris Almond, bus network manager for D&G Bus, said: “We pleased to be able to step in at short notice to provide these journeys on Services 64 as a partial replacement to those being withdrawn by Arriva Midlands. We are aware the journeys we’re introducing offer a lifeline to many people who travel on Service 64.
"Our team of friendly drivers will welcome you on board as you travel with us on Service 64. Arriva tickets will not be accepted on D&G Bus journeys, but our great range of Network Return and Network Week tickets will be available to purchase”.
For more information visit dgbus.co.uk
