North West Service 320 Returns to Regular Route
Service 320 resumes regular route via Penny Lane after weeks-long construction detour
Service 320 Returns to Normal Route
Bus riders in North West can use familiar stops again as Service 320 returned to its regular route via Penny Lane, transit officials said Thursday. The service had been diverted for several weeks due to construction work, forcing passengers to use alternative stops along a modified path. Officials confirmed the change took effect January 23, ending the temporary routing that affected daily commuters.
Background on the Diversion
The temporary diversion had rerouted Service 320 via Piele Road, Millfield Lane, and Liverpool Road, bypassing regular stops on Church Road, Penny Lane, Lodge Lane, and Warrington Road. Transit agencies typically implement such diversions during infrastructure projects to maintain service while work zones remain active. Officials didn't specify what type of construction necessitated the route change or how long the diversion had been in place. The modifications required regular riders to adjust their boarding locations and travel times during the work period.
Route Details and Service Restoration
Service 320 now serves its full complement of stops along the original corridor, including Church Road, Penny Lane, Lodge Lane, and Warrington Road. Officials said the infrastructure improvements that prompted the diversion have been completed, though specific details about the project scope weren't available. The agency didn't release information about whether the work involved road repairs, utility upgrades, or other improvements. Transit officials confirmed passengers can now board at all regular stops without needing to navigate the temporary routing.
Timeline and Implementation
The return to normal routing took effect January 23, officials confirmed. The agency didn't say how many weeks the diversion had been in place or whether riders received advance notice before the original route change. Officials also haven't indicated whether any additional construction projects might affect Service 320 in coming months. The restoration means schedules have returned to their standard timing for the route.
What Riders Need to Know
Passengers can resume using all regular Service 320 stops along the original route without adjustments to their travel plans. Officials said service operates on its normal schedule now that construction has concluded. Riders can check Moovit for real-time arrival information and route details for Service 320 and other transit services in the North West area.
