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Major UK bus and coach operators
The major bus and coach operators in the UK are:
These companies all operate regionally and not on a national level. There are many other operators covering specific areas, towns and cities. As yet there is no single point of contact for finding out which company operates in your area so the best thing to do is to search online.
Your local operator will be able to advise how they can help you. You may be able to negotiate a discount for your staff. However, this is very much dependent on individual operators. Some employers work closely with bus operators and subsidise new or extended routes, for business benefit, until these routes become financially viable on their own.
For more information please contact www.greenerjourneys.com or your local operator.
Transport Direct is an excellent source of travel information, including very detailed information relating to bus and coach journeys. It also offers the option to compare the same door-to-door journey by public transport and car within Great Britain, with details on times, routes, costs, as well as car park information and relative carbon costs. It also has live travel news, accessibility information and can provide a useful journey planning tool for your own website to allow staff and visitors to plan their journey.