Новый автобусный маршрут GoStroud запустит прямые рейсы из Страуда в Лондон

A new coach service which is aiming to transform travel from Stroud to London launches tomorrow. GoStroud, run by husband and wife team Tom and Rebecca MacMillan, is trialling a direct route to West Drayton with six pilot journeys in July ahead of a planned full launch in September. The service is designed to help cut costs for regular commuters. The couple said: "We’ve had good bookings for the trial dates in July but still have seat left. "We’re super excited about this first trip and meeting all the people who’ve signed up. "Tickets are already on sale for September and October, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays. "Once we know how the July trial dates have run, we’ll decide whether to tweak anything, like when the return trip leaves in the evening and whether we can add in a stop at Cirencester." The coach will depart Stroud at 6am and arrive in West Drayton in time for passengers to catch the 8.02am Elizabeth Line service into central London. The return journey leaves West Drayton at 6.15pm, arriving back in Stroud shortly after 8pm. Tickets start at £29.70 for a day return, rising to £39 for a table seat without multi-buy discounts. GoStroud estimates that customers could save between £2,004 and £12,900 per year compared to train travel if commuting three times a week. Stroud travellers could save nearly £200,000 each year if the service launches fully in September. Additional dates will run on July 8, July 9, July 14, July 15 and July 16. There is a request to book by Friday evening. The coach is fitted with Wi-Fi, USB charging, and both table and standard seating. Hot and cold drinks, as well as snacks, are available onboard, with coffee and pastries available to pre-order.