North West Service 61 Adapts Route to Keep Moving
Service 61 buses reroute via Manchester Road and Bridge Road during Tesco Sewell Street roadworks
Service 61 Diverts Route Due to Roadworks
Riders on Service 61 in North West England face a temporary route change as the bus diverts around roadworks at Tesco Sewell Street, transit officials said. The diversion redirects buses onto Manchester Road and Bridge Road, passing Prescot train station before returning to the regular route. Officials classified the disruption as high-impact, though they didn't specify how long the roadworks will last.
Why the Route Changed
The diversion became necessary due to ongoing construction at Tesco Sewell Street that blocks the bus route's normal path, according to the transit agency. Officials said the alternate route was designed to maintain service continuity while keeping delays minimal. Transit agencies typically implement diversions when roadworks make regular routes impassable, coordinating with local authorities to identify suitable alternate paths. Specific details about the roadwork project's scope and completion timeline weren't available by publication time.
New Route Details
The diverted route takes Service 61 buses from their regular path onto Manchester Road, then left onto Bridge Road past Prescot train station, officials said. Buses then turn left at Peoples Ford before rejoining the standard route. The agency didn't provide information about how many stops are affected by the diversion or whether temporary stop relocations were established. Officials said the alternate route adds travel time to journeys, though specific delay estimates weren't released. The diversion affects all Service 61 trips while roadworks continue.
When Service Returns to Normal
Officials haven't announced when Service 61 will return to its regular route, as the timeline depends on roadwork completion at Tesco Sewell Street. The agency said it will restore normal service once construction wraps up and the street reopens to buses. Transit officials didn't indicate whether they'll provide advance notice before ending the diversion.
What Riders Need to Know
Passengers should allow extra travel time and check for updates before trips, officials said. The high-impact classification means riders who rely on specific stops along the original route may need to use alternate stops during the diversion. Moovit provides real-time updates for Service 61 and other routes in the North West area, helping riders track buses on the temporary path and plan trips around the diversion.
