North West Reroutes Buses to Bypass Congestion

Liverpool routes 61 and 61A detour via East Prescot Road due to Queens Drive congestion

Liverpool Bus Routes 61 & 61A Reroute Due to Congestion

Liverpool bus riders on routes 61 and 61A face detours due to severe traffic congestion on Queens Drive between Broadgreen Hospital and Rocky Lane, transit officials said. The buses will bypass Broadgreen Road and a section of Queens Drive, though officials didn't specify when normal service will resume. Service to Bootle continues to operate on its regular route without disruption.

Detour Route Details

The affected buses will divert via East Prescot Road, Old Swan, Edge Lane, Mill Lane, and Childwall Road toward Aigburth, according to the transit agency. This alternate route allows the buses to avoid the congested section of Queens Drive while maintaining service to most areas. Officials said the detour became necessary to keep buses moving and prevent extended delays for riders. The specific cause of the congestion on Queens Drive wasn't immediately available.

Service Impact and Affected Areas

Riders who normally board or exit along Broadgreen Road and the affected section of Queens Drive won't have access to routes 61 and 61A during the detour period. The transit agency didn't provide information about how many stops are affected or whether alternative pickup points have been designated. Officials said riders traveling to Aigburth can still use the services, though travel times may vary due to the altered route. The agency hasn't released estimates for how long the detour will remain in place.

Timeline and Traffic Conditions

Transit officials announced the route change but didn't specify when the congestion began or how long it's expected to last. The agency typically monitors traffic conditions in real time and adjusts routes as needed to maintain service reliability. Officials haven't said whether the congestion is related to roadwork, an incident, or other factors. Updates about when normal service will resume weren't available by publication time.

Rider Information and Updates

Passengers on routes 61 and 61A should expect longer travel times and plan for alternative boarding locations if they normally use stops along the bypassed section. Officials said service to Bootle remains unaffected by the Queens Drive congestion. Riders can check Moovit for real-time bus locations and updated arrival times during the detour period.