Buses

Many local bus services are provided commercially by local bus operators. The largest operator in the area operate an overground network across North Staffordshire.

We work with operators and neighbouring authorities to provide a number of Quality Bus Corridors. On these corridors bus priority measures are provided, bus stops are upgraded and low floor, easy access buses operate.

We also provide a number of contracted bus services under the Cityrider brand. Here, low floor buses are provided by the authority and operated under contract by local bus operators. These services fill the gap where commercial services are not provided. They are often a life-line for many people who would otherwise be socially excluded.

We operate a concessionary fares scheme called the ADVANTAGE Bus Pass. This is a joint scheme with neighbouring local authorities.

We own and operate Hanley Bus Station in the City Centre - the main interchange in North Staffordshire.

Bus information

We produce a comprehensive Public Transport Map and Guide each September. The guide is available at most of our offices, all libraries, Hanley bus station and the Tourist Information Centre in Hanley.

For information on all local bus and express coach services you can call Traveline on 0871 200 22 33 or visit the Traveline web site by following this link. Lines are open daily from 7am to 10.30pm.

Or you can use the internet journey planner www.ukbus.co.uk or try www.transportdirect.info.

You can get detailed timetable information for all bus services from either bus operators or our enquiry office at Hanley bus station which is open from 8am - 6pm, Monday to Saturday.

You can get timetable information from your local libraries, tourist information centres and city council offices.