LONG DISTANCE FOR LOW FARE

Prior to the pandemic CHRISTOPHER CARTER travelled exactly 300 miles by public transport across Southern England from Paignton to Eastbourne via London for just £20.73. He recalls his March 30, 2019 trip and charts current changes.

South Gloucestershire Bus & Coach Megabus Service M6 left-hand drive Volvo B11RT Plaxton Elite-i inter-deck SG42/55021 (YY65 VWU) outside London Victoria coach station.
ALL PICTURES: CHRISTOPHER CARTER

JOURNEY 1

Vehicle: Left-hand drive tri-axle Volvo B11RT/Plaxton Elite-i inter-deck SG42 (YY65 VWU) on hire from Stagecoach Midlands (fleet number 55021)

Service: 06:00 Megabus route M6 Paignton to London Victoria (commences at Plymouth)

Distance: 224 miles in 5 hours 40 minutes.

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