North West Restores Service 18 After Roadwork
Service 18 returns to full route after Fir Tree Drive roadwork ends March 11
Service 18 Resumes Full Route After Roadwork
Service 18 has returned to its normal route in the North West region after Fir Tree Drive in Croxteth Park reopened March 11, transit officials said. The bus service had been terminating early at Oak Lane roundabout during mobile roadworks, preventing riders from accessing the Croxteth Park estate. Officials didn't specify how long the disruption lasted or how many riders were affected by the temporary route change.
Background on the Service Disruption
The route modification was necessary while mobile roadworks blocked Fir Tree Drive, according to the transit agency. Officials said the temporary termination point at Oak Lane roundabout left residents without direct bus access to the Croxteth Park estate during the construction period. Transit agencies typically reroute services during roadwork to maintain safety and operational efficiency. Specific details about the nature of the roadwork or which agency conducted it weren't available by publication time.
Route Restoration Details
The service now operates along its complete route through Croxteth Park following the roadwork completion, officials confirmed. The agency announced the restoration through social media channels, though officials didn't provide details about whether advance notice was given to riders before the original disruption began. Transit officials said the full route restoration allows riders to access all stops along Fir Tree Drive that were temporarily unavailable. The agency didn't release information about whether alternative transport options were provided during the disruption period.
Timeline of Service Changes
Fir Tree Drive reopened March 11, allowing Service 18 to resume normal operations immediately, according to the transit agency. Officials didn't specify when the mobile roadworks began or how much advance notice riders received about the temporary route change. The agency typically communicates service disruptions through social media and stop announcements, though whether those methods were used for this particular disruption wasn't clear from available information.
Impact on Croxteth Park Riders
Residents of the Croxteth Park estate can now access their regular bus stops along Fir Tree Drive after weeks without direct service. Officials said the route restoration provides relief to riders who depend on Service 18 for daily commutes and local travel. Moovit provides real-time updates for Service 18 and other routes in the North West region, helping riders track bus arrivals and plan trips along the restored route.
