Preparing for Christmas has just become a little easier for residents in rural areas of Conservative-led East Sussex, thanks to a special travel offer.
On Saturdays throughout December, residents can use East Sussex County Council’s on-demand bus service for just £1. The offer will be extended to cover every day between December 18 and December 22.
Flexibus, which operates in areas of East Sussex where there are limited or no bus services, connects people with their nearest town or to the wider public transport network.
Conservative councillor Claire Dowling, the county council’s lead member for transport and environment, said: “Our special offer will make it easier and cheaper for residents to enjoy festive events and prepare for Christmas, while supporting their local high street.
“The Flexibus service has proved very popular since launching earlier this year, and we hope that this Christmas offer will encourage even more people to make use of the on-demand bus service.”
Flexibus journeys can be booked up to a week in advance on the Ride Pingo app or by calling 01273 078203 (6.30am to 7.30pm, Monday to Saturday).
Residents who do not live in a Flexibus zone can take advantage of the current £2 single journey fare on conventional bus services. The Department for Transport fare reduction runs until December 31, 2024.
