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Ever stood at a bus stop in the rain, with no idea when the next bus is due ? Let's face it - this is one of the reasons why lots of us drive to work and don't bother with the bus.
But what if there was a way you could find out exactly when your bus will arrive ? |
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With Real Time, you can.
Northamptonshire County Council is introducing Real Time digital displays at bus stops across the county. Soon you'll know just how long you'll have to wait for your next bus - it will revolutionise your travelling.
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Buses using Real time technology will be equipped with a special satellite tracking system. This means that the arrival time you see at the bus stop is accurate to within one minute.
Thanks to a new traffic control centre, and assisted with the latest technology buses that are running late will be given priority at traffic lights. In a morning, this means you can beat the traffic and get into town even quicker by bus. |
Real benefits
- Financial benefits
If you have to pay to park in Northampton, then this benefit is for you.
Parking in Northampton currently costs £5.50 a day, £90 per month, or over £1,000 per year. Instead, why not consider purchasing a Northampton Buzz Card, you can use the Buzz Card for unlimited travel on most bus services in Northampton.
- Buses have improved greatly over recent years. Many of the buses used in Northamptonshire are low floor buses allowing pushchairs and wheelchair users greater access. They are also cleaner inside and better maintained than before.
- World benefits
Northamptonshire is a growing county. More people means more cars and more cars means that we all need to think in more sustainable ways.
One way is to consider the bus as an alternative to the car. The bus may never replace the comfort or convenience of a car but buses definitely win from an environmental point of view.
How the display works