The 505 service is back for regular bus travel between Lincolnshire and Norfolk
Lincolnshire County Council and Norfolk County Council have joined forces with Stagecoach to rejuvenate the bus service which joins the two counties.
The 505 service, which runs seven days a week between Spalding and King’s Lynn has had a total refresh. The newly painted and refurbished buses feature re-trimmed seating, low floor wheelchair access, LED destination displays and USB charging points for a more comfortable journey across the border.
In addition, the roadside signage along the route has been updated to provide clear stops and timetable information.
Cllr Richard Davies, executive member for transport at Lincolnshire County Council said: “I am delighted that we can work together to support the 505 service and continue its 30-minute-frequency timetable. This will be very enabling for people to travel between our two counties. Hopefully it will be well used with lots of passengers taking advantage of what's on offer across Lincolnshire and Norfolk.”
Graham Plant, cabinet member for highways, infrastructure and transport at Norfolk County Council said: “This is a vital service and connection to King’s Lynn one of our key urban areas. With buses running up to every half an hour Monday to Saturday - and hourly on a Sunday - it’s a great option for both commuters and those wanting to enjoy a car-free day out with great destinations at either end of the route.”
Stagecoach East Midlands MD Matt Cranwell said, “We are delighted to be working with Norfolk and Lincolnshire County Councils to make bus travel even better for the people of The Fens. The current reduced price weekly and 28-day tickets make the 505 a great choice for commuters and there are further discounts for young people too making it a green and cheap option to travel between Lincolnshire and Norfolk.”
Where you can get the 505 in Lincolnshire:
- Spalding Bus Station
- Springfields Outlet
- Weston Church
- Moulton Bell Lane
- Moulton Harrox Square
- Whaplode The Darjeeling
- Holbeach Uni Academy
- Holbeach Interchange
- Fleet Hargate Old Schoolhouse
- Gedney St Mary Church
- Gedney Albert Ave
- Long Sutton Limewalk
- Long Sutton Interchange
- Sutton Bridge Hotel
- Walpole Cross Keys
- Terrington St Clement
- St Clements High School
- Clenchwarton School
- West Lynn Ferry Square
- South Lynn Hillen Rd
- Kings Lynn Interchange