Passengers up 61% on Skylink bus
07.11.08
The East Midlands Airport Leicester Skylink bus route has seen a 61% increase in passengers. The route launched in October 2006 and carried 38,000 passengers to and from the airport in its first year. Between October 2007 and September 2008 passengers increased to over 61,000 being carried, a 61% increase.
Skylink Manager Kelly McHugh said; ‘Skylink's good value fares and frequent service is helping drive impressive passenger growth. The 61% increase demonstrates that passengers are embracing public transport before or after travelling from the airport.’
The Skylink service the runs from St Margaret's Bus Station in daytime and Gravel Street at night, seven days a week. For prices, routes and timetables visit www.skylink.co.uk
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