Cambridge Area Bus Users

Here to represent the interests of all bus users in & around Cambridge. [email protected]

[Cambridge Area Bus Users @CBGbusUsers]

This extended ‘limbo’ period, prolongs uncertainty for bus operators and passengers alike. Commercial services are likely to deteriorate as bus
operators need predictability to invest in route development and new vehicles, whilst…

[John Elworthy @johnelworthy]

Delay to bus franchising sparks political row as Cllr Elisa Meschini accuses @paulbristow79 of ‘dither and delay’ -Mayor Bristow says he’ll “get franchising right” — but passengers face longer wait via @CambsNewsOnline https://t.co/7WyJNTSUbq

[Cambridge Area Bus Users @CBGbusUsers]

In the run up to Christmas it would be nice to see more people encouraged to use the bus - not necessarily freebies, it would be good if operators were running enough buses to handle extra shoppers, and make sure service hours cover late night shopping.

https://t.co/xURCI5BNha

[Campaign for Better Transport @CBTransport]

You can't tackle the climate crisis without tackling transport. Road traffic accounts for most of the UK's transport emissions. As #COP31 gets underway, let's make sure that better buses, rail and active travel are part of the climate solution.

[Cambridge Area Bus Users @CBGbusUsers]

We know that congestion is a huge problem for those trying to provide a reliable bus service. This report from Cambridge Ahead covers the impact of congestion in Greater Cambridge.

https://t.co/SwCU6oqUH1

[Cambridge Area Bus Users @CBGbusUsers]

Anti-social behaviour has been a problem at some of our Park and Ride sites. South Cambridgeshire District Council are running a consultation on proposed Public Spaces Protection Orders for the Longstanton and Newmarket Road sites.

https://t.co/wUCUyaCmRs

[Coach & Bus Week @CBWtweets]

Family-owned Delaine Buses has taken the first step towards electric vehicle operation with the loan of an Enviro400EV demonstration vehicle from Alexander Dennis.

https://t.co/s2sG19owlt

[Jim Chisholm @Chisholm4Trail]

I wrote in 2018 & 2020:
https://t.co/ZRYeiBNoVo
https://t.co/iFom9H4eAw
P&R a perverse incentive. Abstracts users from existing public transport so reducing services & hence removing mobility from those without car access. Years of local bus/train travel could be bought for £25k

[Cambridge Area Bus Users @CBGbusUsers]

Stagecoach offering Free Bus Travel for the Armed Forces on Remembrance Sunday & Armistice Day

https://t.co/MHXCnHA5pF

[Cambridge Area Bus Users @CBGbusUsers]

Bus stops are the gateway to bus travel, but too many bus stops are inaccessible. This report from the Campaign for Better Transport examines barriers to accessing bus services, with practical recommendations:

https://t.co/HFaQPA3Vq6

[Stagecoach East @Stagecoach_East]

30/10/26

Victoria Avenue Closure tonight between 22:00 - 04:00.

Please use the bus stops in the City centre .

[Cambridge Area Bus Users @CBGbusUsers]

Bus firm on board to tackle violence against women and girls. Stagecoach East has signed up to Businesses Against Abuse (BAA), a scheme which brings firms across Cambridgeshire together to provide safe spaces for customers in need. https://t.co/w3r7isaNie

[Cambridge Area Bus Users @CBGbusUsers]

Praise to @Stagecoach_East for being a leader on this, since 2024. https://t.co/34nFPzXrIv
Operators representing around 90% of the buses in operation in Britain have signed up to a charter launched 20/1026 tackling anti-social behaviour & violence against women and girls.

[Campaign for Better Transport @CBTransport]

How accessible are the bus stops where you live? Our latest report highlights problems like:

• Not enough space to manoeuvre a wheelchair
• No dropped kerb
• No seating
• No timetables - or timetables that are too small or high up for people to read.

#BetterBusStops

[Cambridge Area Bus Users @CBGbusUsers]

@alexhornbyrail @Substack @northernassist @BeeNetwork @manairport @TransportFocus @CBTransport @transportgovuk @TPExpressTrains @Transport4North It would be good to see a similar initiative on local buses involving people from operators @Stagecoach_East @GoWhippet @a2btravelgroup & @CambsPboroCA (Transport Authority) & @CambsCC (Highway Authority).

[Alex Hornby @alexhornbyrail]

Fixing a customer pain point by going out there and being a customer - and then working in collaboration to quickly put it right.

My latest post on @substack…

Read more 👉 https://t.co/in9yxlW38r

[Daniel Zeichner @DanielZeichner]

🚉It was great to hear in parliament how the flagship East West Rail project is progressing.

It will unlock economic potential across the five counties in its corridor.

CEO, David Hughes, outlined how the line is fundamental to support growth, employment and higher wages. 🚉

[BBC Cambridgeshire @BBCCambs]

Busway project reduced in size after feedback https://t.co/ZmxvqcMwte

[Cambridge Area Bus Users @CBGbusUsers]

Greater Cambridge Growth: Planning for Bus Services. How not to create a new development: (1) Bar Hill (2) Cambourne. A positive exemplar: Waterbeach New Town https://t.co/IquyHorUNw

[Campaign for Better Transport @CBTransport]

The Budget is a chance to make aviation pay its fair share. Flying is the most carbon-intensive form of travel, yet aviation fuel remains tax-free. We're calling for a kerosene tax, a frequent flyer levy & higher APD on private jets to fund better local transport & cut emissions.

[Cambridge Area Bus Users @CBGbusUsers]

Better bus services, please! Not managed decline. Mayor Bristow must live up to his promise to 'Get Cambridgeshire Moving!'
https://t.co/5b2N8VIhPb

[Cambridge Area Bus Users @CBGbusUsers]

If you're unfamiliar with the route; if you're absorbed in social media; if you're trying to pacify your toddler, you should never need to miss your stop. Audiovisual Next-Stop Announcements Are Now the Law! https://t.co/ewzAdt1uNW