North West Service 144 Adapts Route Today
Service 144 diverts via Sefton Road today, bypassing stops on five streets until end of service
Service 144 Diverts via Sefton Road Today
Service 144 passengers in North West face route changes today that'll skip several regular stops. The bus diverts via Sefton Road in both directions through end of service Friday, transit officials said. The temporary change affects riders who typically use stops on five roads, and officials advised allowing extra travel time.
Multiple Streets Bypassed During Diversion
The diversion means Service 144 won't serve stops on Hatton Hill Road, Field Lane, Appleton Road, Kirkstone Road West, and Ford Lane today. Transit agencies typically implement temporary diversions due to road work, special events, or infrastructure issues, though officials didn't specify the reason for this particular route change. The service returns to its regular routing after today's final trip. Passengers who normally board at affected stops will need to use alternative boarding locations along Sefton Road.
Diversion Limited to Single Day
The route modification takes effect immediately and continues through end of service today, February 7. Officials confirmed the diversion applies to both directions of travel on Service 144. The service is scheduled to resume normal routing starting with first trips tomorrow, though officials didn't provide a specific time when regular service will restore. Transit agencies typically communicate single-day diversions when disruptions are expected to be brief and don't require extended planning.
Riders Should Plan for Delays
Officials advised passengers to allow extra time for journeys today due to the altered route. The diversion via Sefton Road may add travel time depending on traffic conditions and boarding patterns at temporary stop locations. Specific delay estimates weren't provided by the transit agency. Riders who regularly use the five affected streets should identify their nearest alternative boarding point along the diversion route.
Real-Time Updates Available
Passengers affected by today's Service 144 diversion should monitor for any additional changes or updates throughout the day. Officials said the route returns to normal operations after today's service ends, though riders traveling this evening should confirm the diversion remains in effect through final trips. Moovit provides real-time bus tracking and route information for Service 144, helping passengers navigate temporary diversions and find alternative boarding locations during service changes.
