Bus passengers in the West Midlands are advised to check their schedules as National Express West Midlands (NXWM) introduces new bus route changes from Sunday, July 19. The adjustments include journey alterations, schedule changes to improve reliability, and the introduction of summer timetables to reflect lower traffic levels during the school holidays.
Summer Timetables and Reliability Improvements
NXWM stated on their website: "From Sunday 19th July, there will be several changes to services, including the introduction of summer timetables as traffic levels reduce." The changes aim to improve reliability during the summer period when traffic volumes typically drop due to school closures.
Specific Route Changes
Route 94: Birmingham - Chelmsley Wood
Heading towards Birmingham, buses will now use stop MS24 at Millennium Point on Albert Street, then proceed right onto Moor Street Queensway, and left onto Priory Queensway to terminate.
Route 95: Birmingham - Chelmsley Wood
Two route changes are implemented. First, in Saltley, buses will now use Mainstream Way, Alderflat Place, Devon Street, Duddeston Mill Road, Adderley Road, Saltley Gate, and Washwood Heath Road in both directions. Second, heading towards Birmingham, buses will use stop MS24 at Millennium Point on Albert Street, then right onto Moor Street Queensway, and left onto Priory Queensway to terminate.
Route 126: Birmingham - Dudley
The service will return to its normal line of route via New Birmingham Road, Burnt Tree, and Birmingham Road following the completion of roadworks at Burnt Tree.
Timetable Changes for Reliability
Route 5: Dudley - Kingswinford
The timetable has been changed to improve reliability.
Route 5A: Dudley - Wall Heath
The timetable has also been changed to improve reliability.
Passengers are encouraged to check the NXWM website for full details on how these changes affect their individual bus services.
