This site uses cookies. By using it, you agree to their use. To find out more, read our Privacy Policy.
Accept
Wrexham Council News
  • Biz & education
  • Council services
  • People & place
  • Video
  • Other
  • Welsh
Reading: Great news for bus users in Wrexham
Share
Notification Show More
Latest News
Hands
John’s Campaign for those living with dementia
Council services People & place Video
The Guildhall, Wrexham
Wrexham Council considers more cost-saving proposals as huge financial pressure continues
Council services
Council Tax
Shape the future of council tax in Wales
Council services People & place Video
20mph
Damaging or removing 20mph signs could cost you
Council services People & place
Victorian Market
Victorian Market scaled down due to forecasted strong wind gusts
Council services Other
Wrexham Council News
Search
  • Biz & education
  • Council services
  • People & place
  • Video
  • Other
  • Welsh
Follow US
© 2023 Cyngor Bwrdeistref Sirol Wrecsam
Wrexham Council News > Blog > Other > Great news for bus users in Wrexham
OtherPeople & place

Great news for bus users in Wrexham

Last updated: 2018/06/19 at 9:03 AM
Share
5 Min Read
Wrexham news - new bus services
SHARE

Bus users in Wrexham will soon benefit from the launch of a new budget bus operator.

Content
“Reinstate much-missed services”“10 drivers recruited”“Passengers feel they deserve more”

EasyCoach is part of the easyGroup family of brands, led by billionaire easyJet founder Sir Stelios Haji-Ioannou.

From Wednesday 27 June, easyCoach’s trademark orange and white buses will serve Wrexham and the surrounding area, and the man at the wheel of the enterprise, founder Andrew Martin, is confident locals will enjoy an improved service at lower prices.

SPOTTED A POTHOLE? REPORT IT HERE.

Andrew says: “The Wrexham bus service network has fared badly recently, with the closure of two out of three major operators since 2016. Having just one dominant operator isn’t great for the consumer, so we saw an opening for an innovative brand that would bring a breath of fresh air to the town. We guarantee fares will always be lower than our main competitor’s, giving customers more bang for their buck.”

EasyCoach launches with four main services. Route 2 operates from Oswestry to Wrexham five minutes ahead of Arriva West Midlands. Likewise the 2D Wrexham to Cefn-Mawr will leave five minutes before Arriva’s 2C service. Working in tandem, both easyCoach routes will deliver a service from Plas Madoc, via Ruabon and Johnstown, to Wrexham Bus Station every 15 minutes.

“Reinstate much-missed services”

EasyCoach will also reinstate the much-missed Wrexham to Wrexham Industrial Estate bus, operating as route 42. Similarly easyCoach’s new route 44 will offer a service from Wrexham to Barker’s Lane at 30-minute intervals.

Andrew says: “Getting out of town to the industrial estate, as well as getting into town from residential areas, has been extremely difficult for anyone without a car. EasyCoach is set to change that. Besides cheaper fares, we will also have promos throughout the year, as well as concessions for passengers who are retired or disabled.”

EasyCoach will also make it simpler and cheaper to get from Wrexham to both Liverpool and Manchester Airports.

Andrew explains: “We already run easyBus airport shuttles from Wrexham. Anyone with an easyBus ticket to the airport can now travel for free on an easyCoach into Wrexham bus station, and then it’s a simple change for the airport service. This won’t just save money, but also means more convenience for passengers and fewer cars on the road.”

Andrew’s wife Sarah hails from nearby Shrewsbury, so the entrepreneur, who recently sold his French easyBus business to National Express Group, is delighted to be creating jobs in the local area.

“10 drivers recruited”

So far 10 drivers have been recruited, including one who has decided to come out of retirement. All will be thoroughly trained to provide the best in customer service ahead of the 27 June launch.

Andrew says: “There are no security screens on our buses so the driver isn’t separate and hidden away. We want them to be open and available to help the public, which builds relations with our valued passengers.”

Work is currently being completed on the easyCoach depot in Rhosymedre, which is being painted orange in keeping with the easyGroup’s instantly recognisable colour.

If the Wrexham service proves a success, Andrew hopes to expand into other towns as well.

“Passengers feel they deserve more”

He says: “The philosophy of the easyGroup is very much about taking on the big boys. We know from feedback in Wrexham that passengers feel they deserve more, and through cheaper fares and better service, easyCoach is well-placed to provide it. We’re a UK company and proud to be investing in the local community. Although we’re focussing on Wrexham right now, we’re identifying other areas where we could potentially roll out the brand.”

Cllr David A Bithell Lead Member for Environment and Transport said the bus industry more recently has seen significant decline and welcomed new services and companies to Wrexham. He added Easy Coach have moved their depot to Wrexham from Shrewsbury which also provides new jobs and a boost to the local economy. Wrexham council wish the new venture a success.

Spotted a pothole? Report it easily and quickly online.

REPORT A POTHOLE

Share
Previous Article The weird, the wonderful and the local - New exhibitions coming to Tŷ Pawb... The weird, the wonderful and the local – New exhibitions coming to Tŷ Pawb…
Next Article Celebration event for RAF Wales honour Celebration event for RAF Wales honour

Stay connected

15k Followers Like
23.7k Followers Follow
3k Followers Follow
- Sign up -
Ad imageAd image

Latest news

Hands
John’s Campaign for those living with dementia
Council services People & place Video December 6, 2023
The Guildhall, Wrexham
Wrexham Council considers more cost-saving proposals as huge financial pressure continues
Council services December 6, 2023
Council Tax
Shape the future of council tax in Wales
Council services People & place Video December 6, 2023
20mph
Damaging or removing 20mph signs could cost you
Council services People & place December 6, 2023

You might also like

Hands
Council servicesPeople & placeVideo

John’s Campaign for those living with dementia

December 6, 2023
Council Tax
Council servicesPeople & placeVideo

Shape the future of council tax in Wales

December 6, 2023
20mph
Council servicesPeople & place

Damaging or removing 20mph signs could cost you

December 6, 2023
Victorian Market
Council servicesOther

Victorian Market scaled down due to forecasted strong wind gusts

December 6, 2023
Wrexham County Borough Council
//

Wrexham Council News provides all the latest news from your county borough council.

Quick links

  • Customise interests
  • Reading list
  • MyUpdates
  • Contact the council
  • Push notifications
  • Privacy policy

Get our top stories…

Subscribe to our newsletter to get latest news and info from Wrexham Council.

Sign up
Wrexham Council News
Follow US

© 2023 Wrexham County Borough Council

Removed from reading list

Undo
Wrexham Council News
Welcome back!

Sign in to your account

Lost your password?
  • Cymraeg
  • English