North West Transit Safeguards Peak Service Amid Works

Five Liverpool bus routes to detour around Picton Road construction during peak hours

Liverpool Buses Reroute March 3 Due to Roadwork

Five Liverpool bus routes will detour around Picton Road congestion on March 3, transit officials said. Routes 79, 79C, 61, 78, and 204 will operate on alternate paths during morning and afternoon peak hours, from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM and 2:30 PM to 6:00 PM. The diversions affect service in both directions as crews work on Picton Road. Officials didn't specify how long the roadwork project will continue or whether additional service changes might be needed.

Roadwork Congestion Prompts Service Changes

The route diversions respond to heavy congestion from ongoing Picton Road roadworks, according to the transit agency. Officials said the temporary changes aim to maintain schedule reliability while construction crews complete infrastructure improvements. Transit agencies typically reroute buses around major roadwork to avoid delays that cascade through the system. The agency hasn't released details about the scope of the Picton Road project or whether similar diversions occurred during earlier phases of the work. Officials said they'll monitor traffic conditions and adjust service as needed.

Different Detour Paths for Each Route

Routes 79, 79C, 61, and 78 will detour via Mill Lane, Edge Lane, and Innovation Boulevard to bypass the Picton Road construction zone. Route 204 will take a separate path using Smithdown Road and Church Road instead. Officials didn't explain why Route 204 requires a different detour or how much additional travel time riders should expect on any of the affected routes. The agency said passengers should check for nearby stops along the alternate paths that might be more convenient during the diversions.

Peak Hours Only for March 3 Diversions

The service changes apply only during weekday peak travel periods on March 3, with morning diversions from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM and afternoon changes from 2:30 PM to 6:00 PM. Routes will operate normally outside those windows and on other days, officials said. The agency hasn't announced whether the diversions will extend beyond March 3 if roadwork continues or causes ongoing congestion. Transit officials said they'll provide updates if the situation changes.

Riders Should Plan Extra Travel Time

Passengers using the affected routes during peak hours on March 3 should allow extra time for their journeys and consider alternative stops along the detour paths. Officials said riders can check real-time service information to track buses operating on the temporary routes. Moovit provides live updates for Liverpool bus services, including route changes and estimated arrival times during service disruptions. The transit agency said it will post additional information if the diversions are extended or modified based on traffic conditions.