Route 280 is a bus route in England that operates between Preston and Skipton.
| 280 | |
|---|---|
 A 280 bus at Skipton bus station | |
| Overview | |
| Operator | Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire |
| Status | Operating |
| Route | |
| Start | Preston bus station |
| End | Skipton bus station |
History edit
In March 2016 Transdev Blazefield withdrew from operating the route due to the withdrawal of subsidies. It was taken over by Preston Bus on a commercial basis who operated the route until June 2019.[1][2] The route was taken over by Stagecoach Merseyside & South Lancashire with a £80,000 yearly subsidy from Lancashire County Council.[3]
Route edit
The route operates hourly between Preston and Skipton via Clitheroe.[4][5]
References edit
- ^ "Rotala retreats from Ribble Valley". Buses Magazine. 2019-06-20. Retrieved 2023-01-29.
- ^ Magee, Julie (2019-05-15). "Call for action after Ribble Valley bus service withdrawal announcement". Burnley Express. Retrieved 2023-01-29.
- ^ Heeds, Chantelle (2019-06-08). "'Vital' bus service between Preston, Clitheroe and Skipton has been saved". LancsLive. Retrieved 2023-01-29.
- ^ Evans, Denise (2023-01-28). "The 'magical' 280 bus route that starts in the coolest place in Lancashire". LancsLive. Retrieved 2023-01-29.
- ^ Harrison, Matt (2019-10-07). "#AYearOfBuses 280: Preston - Skipton". Transport Designed. Retrieved 2023-01-29.