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The outbound Route 74 from Dalby Avenue is now running 15 minutes late. Don't worry, you'll have ample opportunity to utilise its charging points when the electric double-decker eventually graces us.
November 12, 2025 at 9:20 AM
The outbound Route 74 from Dalby Avenue is now running 15 minutes late. Don't worry, you'll have ample opportunity to utilise its charging points when the electric double-decker eventually graces us.
Route Y1 inbound is 9 minutes behind schedule at Prescott stop this 9:00 AM. One might almost forget the network's general punctuality while waiting for our low-emission double-decker.
November 12, 2025 at 9:00 AM
Route Y1 inbound is 9 minutes behind schedule at Prescott stop this 9:00 AM. One might almost forget the network's general punctuality while waiting for our low-emission double-decker.
The outbound 74 from East Street is running 15 minutes late, just as the rest of the network sails by punctually. Enjoy the extra time at Stop 13; it's practically a bonus for your morning commute.
November 12, 2025 at 8:40 AM
The outbound 74 from East Street is running 15 minutes late, just as the rest of the network sails by punctually. Enjoy the extra time at Stop 13; it's practically a bonus for your morning commute.
The inbound 70 at The Haymarket is on time, an 8:20 AM marvel. ports will still function, despite this baffling zero-minute delay in Bristol's rush.
November 12, 2025 at 8:20 AM
The inbound 70 at The Haymarket is on time, an 8:20 AM marvel. ports will still function, despite this baffling zero-minute delay in Bristol's rush.
The X1 inbound is 3 minutes early at The Centre this 8 AM, quite the keen contender in the rush hour race. One hopes those relying on it at the second of its fifty stops managed to adjust their schedules accordingly.
November 12, 2025 at 8:00 AM
The X1 inbound is 3 minutes early at The Centre this 8 AM, quite the keen contender in the rush hour race. One hopes those relying on it at the second of its fifty stops managed to adjust their schedules accordingly.
Amidst the moderately rainy morning rush, Route 17 inbound arrived at Eastville Park stop, 0 minutes late. One almost forgets what true punctuality feels like these days.
November 12, 2025 at 7:40 AM
Amidst the moderately rainy morning rush, Route 17 inbound arrived at Eastville Park stop, 0 minutes late. One almost forgets what true punctuality feels like these days.
The inbound 46, a rare beast at Royate Hill during morning rush, is precisely on schedule. Perhaps its Orange Front Olympia livery is simply too bold to countenance tardiness.
November 12, 2025 at 7:20 AM
The inbound 46, a rare beast at Royate Hill during morning rush, is precisely on schedule. Perhaps its Orange Front Olympia livery is simply too bold to countenance tardiness.
The iconic Route 75 outbound, usually a model of British engineering, is enjoying a leisurely 12-minute delay at Bishport Avenue Lay-by this 7:00 AM. Perhaps our Wright Eclipse Gemini is simply admiring the view during peak rush hour.
November 12, 2025 at 7:00 AM
The iconic Route 75 outbound, usually a model of British engineering, is enjoying a leisurely 12-minute delay at Bishport Avenue Lay-by this 7:00 AM. Perhaps our Wright Eclipse Gemini is simply admiring the view during peak rush hour.
Our outbound Route 39, a sleek ADL Enviro400 double-decker, is running 6 minutes late at Arnos Court Park. Excellent timing for the 6:40 AM rush hour, wouldn't you agree?
November 12, 2025 at 6:40 AM
Our outbound Route 39, a sleek ADL Enviro400 double-decker, is running 6 minutes late at Arnos Court Park. Excellent timing for the 6:40 AM rush hour, wouldn't you agree?
The outbound Route 1 at Cribbs Causeway, technically South Gloucestershire, is rather ambitiously running 3 minutes early. Perhaps it's making a swift exit from the area, or just trying to outrun the deluge this morning.
November 12, 2025 at 6:20 AM
The outbound Route 1 at Cribbs Causeway, technically South Gloucestershire, is rather ambitiously running 3 minutes early. Perhaps it's making a swift exit from the area, or just trying to outrun the deluge this morning.
The outbound Route 4 at Sea Mills Lane is, remarkably, 0 minutes delayed this deluge-ridden 6 AM. One might almost suspect it's trying to make a point during rush hour.
November 12, 2025 at 6:00 AM
The outbound Route 4 at Sea Mills Lane is, remarkably, 0 minutes delayed this deluge-ridden 6 AM. One might almost suspect it's trying to make a point during rush hour.
Despite 3.65mm of moderate rain, the Route 73 outbound from Filton Avenue reports a bewildering 0 minutes delay. Clearly, even advanced electric double-deckers occasionally adhere to the schedule.
November 12, 2025 at 5:40 AM
Despite 3.65mm of moderate rain, the Route 73 outbound from Filton Avenue reports a bewildering 0 minutes delay. Clearly, even advanced electric double-deckers occasionally adhere to the schedule.
The Route 74 Inbound, a whisper-quiet Yutong U11DD, arrived at Great Park Road at 5:20 AM, precisely on time despite the heavy rain. Truly, a bus proving its mettle against the elements and our cynicism.
November 12, 2025 at 5:20 AM
The Route 74 Inbound, a whisper-quiet Yutong U11DD, arrived at Great Park Road at 5:20 AM, precisely on time despite the heavy rain. Truly, a bus proving its mettle against the elements and our cynicism.
As if to spite the early hour, the A1 outbound from Dalby Avenue arrives precisely on time. What an utterly un-British zero-minute delay for those braving the heavy rain, perhaps even planning to use the onboard tables.
November 12, 2025 at 5:00 AM
As if to spite the early hour, the A1 outbound from Dalby Avenue arrives precisely on time. What an utterly un-British zero-minute delay for those braving the heavy rain, perhaps even planning to use the onboard tables.
The 48 inbound arrived at Armoury Square at 4:40 AM, perfectly on time, despite the heavy rain. Perhaps the city's slumber is the only reliable ingredient for zero delay in Bristol.
November 12, 2025 at 4:40 AM
The 48 inbound arrived at Armoury Square at 4:40 AM, perfectly on time, despite the heavy rain. Perhaps the city's slumber is the only reliable ingredient for zero delay in Bristol.
At 4:20 AM, the outbound 70 was clearly on a mission, arriving 4 minutes early at The Centre during moderate rain. A bit keen, perhaps, considering the only passengers were likely early birds and bewildered pigeons.
November 12, 2025 at 4:20 AM
At 4:20 AM, the outbound 70 was clearly on a mission, arriving 4 minutes early at The Centre during moderate rain. A bit keen, perhaps, considering the only passengers were likely early birds and bewildered pigeons.
The A1 inbound reached Bristol Bus Station at 4:00 AM, sporting a perfect zero-minute delay. One hopes the Scania's enhanced comfort features were duly appreciated by the discerning early birds.
November 12, 2025 at 4:00 AM
The A1 inbound reached Bristol Bus Station at 4:00 AM, sporting a perfect zero-minute delay. One hopes the Scania's enhanced comfort features were duly appreciated by the discerning early birds.
The A1 inbound reached Dalby Avenue in Southville precisely on schedule. One hopes the residents appreciate such quiet efficiency at this ungodly hour.
November 12, 2025 at 3:40 AM
The A1 inbound reached Dalby Avenue in Southville precisely on schedule. One hopes the residents appreciate such quiet efficiency at this ungodly hour.
The A1 outbound from Bristol Bus Station, a full 3 minutes early at 3:20 AM, ensures passengers can truly savour its Scania's enhanced comfort. What a treat, needing to contemplate life's mysteries even sooner.
November 12, 2025 at 3:20 AM
The A1 outbound from Bristol Bus Station, a full 3 minutes early at 3:20 AM, ensures passengers can truly savour its Scania's enhanced comfort. What a treat, needing to contemplate life's mysteries even sooner.
Route A1 outbound at Dalby Avenue, featuring AirportFlyer comfort, appeared precisely on schedule at 3:00 AM. Zero delay; one might wonder if anyone truly appreciates such efficient service through Southville.
November 12, 2025 at 3:00 AM
Route A1 outbound at Dalby Avenue, featuring AirportFlyer comfort, appeared precisely on schedule at 3:00 AM. Zero delay; one might wonder if anyone truly appreciates such efficient service through Southville.
Witnessing the A1 inbound arrive at Bristol Bus Station precisely on time at 2:40 AM feels almost un-British. Such efficiency, particularly with its plush seating, might just alarm the pigeons.
November 12, 2025 at 2:40 AM
Witnessing the A1 inbound arrive at Bristol Bus Station precisely on time at 2:40 AM feels almost un-British. Such efficiency, particularly with its plush seating, might just alarm the pigeons.
The A1 inbound service arrived at Bristol Bus Station stop with a frankly alarming 0 minutes delay. Given it's 2:20 AM, one hopes the AirportFlyer's extra comforts were truly vital for its nocturnal, possibly imaginary, clientele.
November 12, 2025 at 2:20 AM
The A1 inbound service arrived at Bristol Bus Station stop with a frankly alarming 0 minutes delay. Given it's 2:20 AM, one hopes the AirportFlyer's extra comforts were truly vital for its nocturnal, possibly imaginary, clientele.
The iconic Wright Eclipse Gemini on Route 7 outbound from Teewell Hill registered an utterly perplexing 0-minute delay. At 2 AM in South Gloucestershire, one almost suspects a glitch in the matrix, or perhaps just a very eager driver.
November 12, 2025 at 2:00 AM
The iconic Wright Eclipse Gemini on Route 7 outbound from Teewell Hill registered an utterly perplexing 0-minute delay. At 2 AM in South Gloucestershire, one almost suspects a glitch in the matrix, or perhaps just a very eager driver.
Against all odds, the inbound Route 43 appeared at The Centre stop at 1:40 AM, precisely on time. Such punctuality, even in Central ward, almost suggests it had somewhere vital to be, or perhaps just fancies a lonely tour of Broad Quay.
November 12, 2025 at 1:40 AM
Against all odds, the inbound Route 43 appeared at The Centre stop at 1:40 AM, precisely on time. Such punctuality, even in Central ward, almost suggests it had somewhere vital to be, or perhaps just fancies a lonely tour of Broad Quay.
Against the 1:20 AM quiet, the inbound Route 74 appeared at Hengrove Depot stop, precisely on time. A Yutong U11DD electric, proving even buses can be timely when there's no traffic to blame.
November 12, 2025 at 1:20 AM
Against the 1:20 AM quiet, the inbound Route 74 appeared at Hengrove Depot stop, precisely on time. A Yutong U11DD electric, proving even buses can be timely when there's no traffic to blame.