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Editorial from the road, route history, operator Q&As and what to do along each line. New stories added regularly.
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Partner storiesBus Eireann wins customer service award
Great Scenic Journeys’ participant operator Bus Eireann, which runs the fabulous Expressway services, scooped the Customer Service Award in the Irish Logistics & Transport Awards on 9th March 2023. The judges in this prestigious award noted the fantastic Customer Satisfaction scores of over 90% for 9 consecutive months, including the success of the Travel Assistance […]
StoryFun adventures for your February half term
Looking for a fun and adventurous way to spend this half term with your family? Look no further than Great Scenic Journeys! We’ve compiled a list of our top 5 scenic routes that are perfect for exploring with your kids. Dartmoor Explorer – Explore the breathtaking views of Dartmoor National Park on this picturesque journey. […]
Partner storiesFirst fully-electric city bus network launched by Stagecoach
Fabulous news as Stagecoach this morning launched the UKs first fully-electric city bus network in Inverness! This constitutes an awesome £10.8m investment in public transport in this scenic city with 25 new zero-emission buses to operate on all city centre routes. 159 new electric buses are planned to be introduced by Stagecoach across the UK […]
Partner storiesUK’s first full size autonomous bus carries passengers for the first time as part of the testing process
Stagecoach a member of Great Scenic Journeys and the UK’s largest bus and coach operator has today (Friday 20 January) announced that it has successfully transported its first group of passengers in a ground-breaking trial in East Scotland. The project, named CAVForth, which is part funded by the UK Government’s Centre for Connected and Autonomous […]
NewsThe great scenic journey opportunity
Alex Warner, the founder of Great Scenic Journey’s recently wrote in his column in Passenger Transport Magazine about the his new venture Great Scenic Journeys. Alex Warner has over 29 years’ experience in the transport sector, having held senior roles on a multi-modal basis across the sector. Alex is now on a mission to highlight […]
Tyne and WearBreezing to brilliant Whitley Bay on the terrific Tide Tour open topper!
Hop aboard the Tide Tour open topper for a windswept, wave-hugging ride from Tynemouth to wonderful Whitley Bay, where lighthouses gleam, ice cream calls and the North Sea sparkles just for you.
NorthumberlandCastles, coast and countryside collide on the captivating X18 from Berwick to Newcastle!
Buckle up for one of the most breathtaking bus rides in Britain: the X18 from Berwick-upon-Tweed to Newcastle, tracing the Northumberland coast past castles, dunes, harbours and heather-clad hills. Add the 477 to Holy Island and you've got yourself a car-free staycation of dreams.
SussexAn aerial adventure around barnstorming Brighton with brilliant City Sightseeing!
Hop aboard the City Sightseeing Brighton open-topper from Brighton & Hove Buses and drink in the salty air, pastel façades and pier-side pizzazz from the best seat in town: the top deck!
County DurhamDelightful Durham's a dazzling day out by brilliant bus!
Cobbled streets, a jaw-dropping cathedral perched high above a horseshoe bend in the River Wear, and a proper Prince Bishops past waiting to be devoured. Durham is one of the North East's most magnificent cities, and with a TNE Day Saver ticket in your pocket, it is yours to explore by brilliant bus!
KentYour Chatham chariot's a brilliant bus for a barnstorming Medway day out!
Chatham is one of Kent's most compelling, character-packed towns, a maritime marvel where naval history, green gardens, grand theatres and a thriving high street all rub shoulders. And the best bit? It's beautifully, brilliantly easy to reach by bus!
LancashireClassy Colne's charismatic character is best devoured by brilliant bus!
Colne is one of Lancashire's most charismatic little towns, a hilltop gem stuffed with independent shops, cracking cafés, live music history and a proper northern welcome. Hop off the bus, breathe in that Pendle air and let classy Colne cast its spell.
Tyne and WearTantalising Tynemouth from on high on the terrific Tide Tour open topper!
There are few finer ways to fall in love with the North East coast than perched up top on the Tide Tour open top bus, wind in your hair and Tynemouth's priory, pier and pristine sands unfurling before you. All aboard for a brilliant aerial view of one of England's most beguiling seaside towns!
LancashireAccrington's action-packed fun and beautiful surrounding scenery by brilliant Blazefield bus!
Accrington is one of Lancashire's most likeable little towns, a place packed with proud history, sporting swagger and jaw-dropping countryside on its doorstep. Hop aboard the Blazefield bus and let the adventure begin!