Vantage unveiled.
This service will run on the Leigh - Salford - Manchester, guided Busway. It's branded `Vantage` to reflect the premium quality of Busway service.
Its the first of 20 brand new , low emission, hybrid buses that are ready to go out. Upstairs there is deluxe style coach-back seating and table areas. There is E-Leather seating , free Wi-Fi , visual announcements and USB Chargers.
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One of the incentives was free taster tickets and £1 fares. Customers will pay a maximum of £1 for any single journey between Leigh , Atherton ,Tyldesley and Ellenbrook.
The promotional fare will be available for 6 months. Free taster ticket available until 2nd April ,with mobile tickets also available.
Regular fares will be £4.20 for Firstday and £14 for Firstweek . A range of mobile tickets , including £10 weekly for 16-18 year olds will be available
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Bosses urge people to give it a go
The 4.5 mile guided Busway offers an attractive, reliable and frequent public transport. It improves access to employment , education, healthcare and retail opportunities , both locally and further afield.
Bosses say, "Form your own opinions , ride on the high-spec buses , it is like 1st class travel".
Downstairs Interior
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Upstairs Interior
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