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Near Trinity Church in Clifton’s affluent sprawl, the outbound X9 to Nailsea arrives 4 minutes ahead of schedule at 09:49. This electric Yutong U11DD offers a silent, carbon-free escape for any passenger fortunate enough to be standing at the stop before the driver decides the timetable
February 9, 2026 at 9:49 AM
Near Trinity Church in Clifton’s affluent sprawl, the outbound X9 to Nailsea arrives 4 minutes ahead of schedule at 09:49. This electric Yutong U11DD offers a silent, carbon-free escape for any passenger fortunate enough to be standing at the stop before the driver decides the timetable
A humidity of 95 per cent ensures a damp vigil for those waiting at The Centre for the inbound 75, currently running seven minutes late. This pristine electric Yutong serves as a quiet reminder that while the air is cleaner, the privatised clock still ticks to a slower rhythm.
February 9, 2026 at 9:29 AM
A humidity of 95 per cent ensures a damp vigil for those waiting at The Centre for the inbound 75, currently running seven minutes late. This pristine electric Yutong serves as a quiet reminder that while the air is cleaner, the privatised clock still ticks to a slower rhythm.
Humid air clings to the Urban livery of the inbound 76 as it arrives at Vicarage Road five minutes late. This Wright Eclipse Gemini remains a monument to Hengrove garage's struggle against a network where only 54% of buses actually manage to respect the concept of time.
February 9, 2026 at 9:09 AM
Humid air clings to the Urban livery of the inbound 76 as it arrives at Vicarage Road five minutes late. This Wright Eclipse Gemini remains a monument to Hengrove garage's struggle against a network where only 54% of buses actually manage to respect the concept of time.
At 8:49 AM, the outbound 75 remains elusive at Hengrove Park despite its proximity to the depot. This 12-minute delay offers ample time for passengers to contemplate why a brand-new electric Yutong U11DD is already failing the basic metric of appearing when scheduled.
February 9, 2026 at 8:50 AM
At 8:49 AM, the outbound 75 remains elusive at Hengrove Park despite its proximity to the depot. This 12-minute delay offers ample time for passengers to contemplate why a brand-new electric Yutong U11DD is already failing the basic metric of appearing when scheduled.
Route 75 haunts Highridge Green 14 minutes behind its inbound schedule while the morning rush hour settles into its customary state of disrepair. This electric Yutong U11DD at least spares Hartcliffe the exhaust fumes as it joins the 62 other delayed services currently failing the city.
February 9, 2026 at 8:29 AM
Route 75 haunts Highridge Green 14 minutes behind its inbound schedule while the morning rush hour settles into its customary state of disrepair. This electric Yutong U11DD at least spares Hartcliffe the exhaust fumes as it joins the 62 other delayed services currently failing the city.
A damp chill permeates the Bishopston air as passengers board the outbound 70, currently maintaining its schedule despite the morning rush. The vehicle's curved Wright Eclipse Gemini front offers a sleek aesthetic that poorly masks the extraction of local wealth for distant shareholders.
February 9, 2026 at 8:09 AM
A damp chill permeates the Bishopston air as passengers board the outbound 70, currently maintaining its schedule despite the morning rush. The vehicle's curved Wright Eclipse Gemini front offers a sleek aesthetic that poorly masks the extraction of local wealth for distant shareholders.
Passengers huddled against the 95% humidity on West Street might appreciate the silent arrival of the inbound 76, a rare electric reprieve from the usual diesel rattle. The vehicle maintains its schedule despite the surrounding chaos, a solitary feat of efficiency in a network where most
February 9, 2026 at 7:49 AM
Passengers huddled against the 95% humidity on West Street might appreciate the silent arrival of the inbound 76, a rare electric reprieve from the usual diesel rattle. The vehicle maintains its schedule despite the surrounding chaos, a solitary feat of efficiency in a network where most
At 7:29 AM, the m1 inbound remains a theoretical concept for those waiting at Paddock Gardens. This 19-minute delay ensures Stockwood commuters can fully appreciate the 96% humidity while FirstBus prioritises the reliability of its dividend payments.
February 9, 2026 at 7:29 AM
At 7:29 AM, the m1 inbound remains a theoretical concept for those waiting at Paddock Gardens. This 19-minute delay ensures Stockwood commuters can fully appreciate the 96% humidity while FirstBus prioritises the reliability of its dividend payments.
Route 72 glides silently into Myrtle Road at 7:09 AM, its punctuality providing a stark contrast to the twelve per cent of the network currently mired in delays. This outbound electric U11DD carries the morning rush through Clifton Village without the usual diesel rattle, proving modern
February 9, 2026 at 7:09 AM
Route 72 glides silently into Myrtle Road at 7:09 AM, its punctuality providing a stark contrast to the twelve per cent of the network currently mired in delays. This outbound electric U11DD carries the morning rush through Clifton Village without the usual diesel rattle, proving modern
Route 47x purrs at The Centre while preparing its outbound journey, remarkably unburdened by the delays currently afflicting half the regional network. The vehicle's 280 brake horsepower provides a smooth start to the morning rush, a fleeting moment of competence before the inevitable
February 9, 2026 at 6:49 AM
Route 47x purrs at The Centre while preparing its outbound journey, remarkably unburdened by the delays currently afflicting half the regional network. The vehicle's 280 brake horsepower provides a smooth start to the morning rush, a fleeting moment of competence before the inevitable
Broken clouds at 9°C frame the Redcliff Hill stop as the outbound 75 to Cribbs Causeway falls 14 minutes behind the promises made in its timetable. Shareholders may appreciate the lean margins of this delayed Volvo B9TL, though commuters in the damp morning air likely disagree.
February 9, 2026 at 6:29 AM
Broken clouds at 9°C frame the Redcliff Hill stop as the outbound 75 to Cribbs Causeway falls 14 minutes behind the promises made in its timetable. Shareholders may appreciate the lean margins of this delayed Volvo B9TL, though commuters in the damp morning air likely disagree.
At 6:09 AM on Hareclive Road, the outbound 76 maintains a rare punctuality while Hartcliffe's post-war estates remain draped in 95% humidity. This electric Yutong U11DD glides quietly through South Bristol, sparing residents the diesel fumes if not the extraction of their wages.
February 9, 2026 at 6:09 AM
At 6:09 AM on Hareclive Road, the outbound 76 maintains a rare punctuality while Hartcliffe's post-war estates remain draped in 95% humidity. This electric Yutong U11DD glides quietly through South Bristol, sparing residents the diesel fumes if not the extraction of their wages.
Near Winford Grove at 5:49 AM, the outbound A1 AirportFlyer remains stationary despite its twelve-minute delay. A glass staircase offers a premium view of Bedminster's closed shutters while shareholders dream of the dividends extracted from this early morning inertia.
February 9, 2026 at 5:49 AM
Near Winford Grove at 5:49 AM, the outbound A1 AirportFlyer remains stationary despite its twelve-minute delay. A glass staircase offers a premium view of Bedminster's closed shutters while shareholders dream of the dividends extracted from this early morning inertia.
The 95% humidity dampens the spirits of early Brentry commuters, but the inbound 76 arrives at Gosforth Road on time regardless. A battery-electric motor ensures this Yutong U11DD does not add exhaust fumes to the morning’s thick, broken clouds.
February 9, 2026 at 5:29 AM
The 95% humidity dampens the spirits of early Brentry commuters, but the inbound 76 arrives at Gosforth Road on time regardless. A battery-electric motor ensures this Yutong U11DD does not add exhaust fumes to the morning’s thick, broken clouds.
Route 7 haunts Syston Way at 5:09 AM, a citylines east biogas vessel currently adhering to its inbound timetable with suspicious precision. Commuters get the version of the network the marketing department promises only because the midday congestion has yet to paralyze the route.
February 9, 2026 at 5:09 AM
Route 7 haunts Syston Way at 5:09 AM, a citylines east biogas vessel currently adhering to its inbound timetable with suspicious precision. Commuters get the version of the network the marketing department promises only because the midday congestion has yet to paralyze the route.
The biting 6°C wind chill greets the inbound 42 at Newton Road as it navigates the suburban uncertainty of the pre-dawn hours. Service remains on time, a fleeting moment of reliability before the day's profit-driven extraction begins to degrade the network's integrity.
February 9, 2026 at 4:49 AM
The biting 6°C wind chill greets the inbound 42 at Newton Road as it navigates the suburban uncertainty of the pre-dawn hours. Service remains on time, a fleeting moment of reliability before the day's profit-driven extraction begins to degrade the network's integrity.
At 4:29 AM on Bedminster’s West Street, the outbound A1 AirportFlyer sits four minutes ahead of schedule amidst the damp South Bristol air. While the city sleeps, FirstBus demonstrates its unique brand of efficiency by departing before the intended passengers can even reach the kerb.
February 9, 2026 at 4:29 AM
At 4:29 AM on Bedminster’s West Street, the outbound A1 AirportFlyer sits four minutes ahead of schedule amidst the damp South Bristol air. While the city sleeps, FirstBus demonstrates its unique brand of efficiency by departing before the intended passengers can even reach the kerb.
Route A1 ghosts through the Chew Valley mist towards Bristol Bus Station, reaching the Airport Tavern exactly on time at 4:09 AM. This Scania N250UD boasts tables and coach-style seating, comfort levels strictly reserved for those paying the premium to flee the city.
February 9, 2026 at 4:09 AM
Route A1 ghosts through the Chew Valley mist towards Bristol Bus Station, reaching the Airport Tavern exactly on time at 4:09 AM. This Scania N250UD boasts tables and coach-style seating, comfort levels strictly reserved for those paying the premium to flee the city.
At Temple Meads, the 03:49 A1 inbound to the city centre waits in a rare moment of absolute punctuality. The Scania's high-spec interior serves as a plush waiting room for the exhausted, proof that FirstBus can provide comfort when the airport premium justifies the investment.
February 9, 2026 at 3:49 AM
At Temple Meads, the 03:49 A1 inbound to the city centre waits in a rare moment of absolute punctuality. The Scania's high-spec interior serves as a plush waiting room for the exhausted, proof that FirstBus can provide comfort when the airport premium justifies the investment.
Moderate rain lashes the Scania N250UD as it prepares to depart Bristol Bus Station on time for the outbound A1 run. This solitary example of a functional network at 3:29 AM proves that FirstBus can provide reliability, provided almost no one is awake to actually use it.
February 9, 2026 at 3:29 AM
Moderate rain lashes the Scania N250UD as it prepares to depart Bristol Bus Station on time for the outbound A1 run. This solitary example of a functional network at 3:29 AM proves that FirstBus can provide reliability, provided almost no one is awake to actually use it.
The persistent Bedminster drizzle slickens the Scania chassis of the A1 outbound as it pauses punctually at Dalby Avenue. FirstBus ensures this 3:09 AM airport run remains efficient, presumably because holidaymaker fares are more palatable to shareholders than the decimated daytime
February 9, 2026 at 3:09 AM
The persistent Bedminster drizzle slickens the Scania chassis of the A1 outbound as it pauses punctually at Dalby Avenue. FirstBus ensures this 3:09 AM airport run remains efficient, presumably because holidaymaker fares are more palatable to shareholders than the decimated daytime
Light rain slicks the pavement of East Street as the outbound A1 maintains punctual progress toward Winford Grove. The AirportFlyer’s lack of a rear window offers passengers a private cocoon from Bedminster’s gentrifying shadows at 2:49 AM.
February 9, 2026 at 2:49 AM
Light rain slicks the pavement of East Street as the outbound A1 maintains punctual progress toward Winford Grove. The AirportFlyer’s lack of a rear window offers passengers a private cocoon from Bedminster’s gentrifying shadows at 2:49 AM.
At 2:29 AM, the inbound A3 reaches Weston-super-Mare Bus Station four minutes early, effectively penalising any passenger punctual enough to trust the timetable. The vehicle wears an Essex livery, a charming reminder that FirstBus treats its fleet like a game of regional musical chairs.
February 9, 2026 at 2:29 AM
At 2:29 AM, the inbound A3 reaches Weston-super-Mare Bus Station four minutes early, effectively penalising any passenger punctual enough to trust the timetable. The vehicle wears an Essex livery, a charming reminder that FirstBus treats its fleet like a game of regional musical chairs.
Route A3 flees Weston-super-Mare Bus Station three minutes early on its outbound journey through the 2:09 AM gloom. A solitary Enviro200 MMC in Essex colours ensures that any traveller expecting the advertised timetable is left to enjoy the 8°C chill while FirstBus maintains its
February 9, 2026 at 2:10 AM
Route A3 flees Weston-super-Mare Bus Station three minutes early on its outbound journey through the 2:09 AM gloom. A solitary Enviro200 MMC in Essex colours ensures that any traveller expecting the advertised timetable is left to enjoy the 8°C chill while FirstBus maintains its
The moderate rain lashes against the curved front of the Volvo B9TL waiting at Thornbury Bus Station. This inbound Route 1 service maintains its schedule perfectly at 1:49 AM, proving that FirstBus can deliver reliability when there is nobody awake to witness it.
February 9, 2026 at 1:49 AM
The moderate rain lashes against the curved front of the Volvo B9TL waiting at Thornbury Bus Station. This inbound Route 1 service maintains its schedule perfectly at 1:49 AM, proving that FirstBus can deliver reliability when there is nobody awake to witness it.