Thursday, June 5, 2025

Bus improvements in North East Lincolnshire drive passenger growth

North East Lincolnshire has been recognised as one of the most improved areas for bus services across Yorkshire and Humberside, according to the latest National Highways and Transport Network report.

The report highlights significant strides in public transport within the borough, particularly in the accessibility of information and overall service quality. Infrastructure upgrades, including an increase in bus stops, improved reliability of electronic displays, more accessible boarding, and enhanced fare systems, have contributed to the region’s improved ranking.

Passenger numbers are also rising. In the last 12 months, nearly 200,000 additional concessionary journeys were recorded. These passes, available to eligible older adults and people with disabilities, allow for free bus travel across the borough until 11 p.m.

The public transport improvements come as Grimsby town centre undergoes major regeneration, including the development of the Community Diagnostic Centre and the revamped Top Town Market. The enhanced bus services are playing a key role in increasing accessibility to these redevelopments.

This recognition builds on previous findings, positioning North East Lincolnshire’s bus services ahead of larger urban centres such as Manchester and Liverpool, demonstrating that strategic investment and local partnerships, such as with operator Stagecoach, can yield measurable service improvements and ridership gains.

 

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