Popular bus firm announced brand-new Glasgow route
FlixBus revealed its new multi-stop bus service between Glasgow's Buchanan Street Bus Station and Edinburgh Bus Station.
However, the new service will make several stops on journeys between the two Scottish cities.
New stops on the route include Princess Street, Haymarket Station, Edinburgh Zoo, Corstorphine Drum Brae, Ratho Station, and Newhouse Park and Ride.
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The travel operator said the service will depart every 30 - 35 minutes throughout the day, and it will launch on Monday, July 7.
In addition to its two city centre stops, the route will connect key locations including Livingston, Harthill, and Edinburgh's West End, offering passengers more convenient travel options.
Tickets on the brand-new route will start at £3.49; however, travel is free for Young Scots under 22, over 60s with a bus pass, and anyone with a valid National Entitlement Card.
Andreas Schorling, Senior Managing Director of FlixBus UK, said: 'The launch of this route marks the next phase of our growth journey in Scotland, providing a service tailored to the needs of local people, offering a fantastic customer experience through our constant focus on passengers.
'Adding these destinations will bring convenient, frequent FlixBus journeys to those living outside of city centres, perfect for everyone from commuters to university students and day trips.'
Here is the full stop list for the new route:
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