Stagecoach MCSL - Chester & Wirral Depots

[iMarkeh]

RE: Stagecoach MCSL - Chester & Wirral Depots

(05/10/2018 14:21)Barney Wrote:  I have no idea, but how big is Stagecoach's presence in this area since it last operated the Chester-West Kirby service? From an outsider's view it seems as if it is investing for growth in services and capacity. To be fair, when First sold up the whole set-up in the area was a basket case and credit should be given to Stagecoach for turning things around.

The X22 ran Chester to heswall and the 38 was extended from West Kirby to Heswall with connections between the two services. Though it's not the same as the current situation, it is similar (unless Heswall to West Kirby via Arrowe Park has a lot of demand, I don't know). Little over 3 years ago they dropped the X22.

It is good they have taken it on. I just think, if there was no money in it 3 years ago, why would there be money in it now when let's face it, wages are higher and fuel costs more. Seems a bit odd. Good luck to them. I do hope it goes well, I'm very confused why they have taken it on though.