Yorkshire Route 201 Adjusts for Morley Roadworks
Route 201 buses in Morley will divert via Fountain Street for four months due to roadworks
Route 201 Diverts via Fountain Street in Morley
Arriva UK Bus Route 201 riders in Morley will see buses divert via Fountain Street during midday hours through late August due to roadworks, transit officials said. The diversion affects both directions between 09:30-15:30 Monday to Friday and 07:00-18:00 on weekends from April 23 through August 28, 2026. The route connects Heckmondwike to Leeds City Centre, serving communities including Batley, Cleckheaton, Birstall, and Morley.
Extended Roadworks Prompt Four-Month Diversion
The Fountain Street roadworks in Morley require a lengthy diversion period that'll last more than four months, according to the transit agency. Route 201 typically operates throughout the day from around 05:14 until 23:22, providing frequent connections every 15-30 minutes during peak hours. Officials didn't specify which specific stops along the regular route will be temporarily relocated or bypassed during the diversion period. The agency said the diversion times were structured to coincide with the roadworks schedule, though details about the construction project itself weren't provided.
Weekday and Weekend Diversion Times Differ
The diversion schedule varies significantly between weekdays and weekends, transit officials said. Monday through Friday diversions run between 09:30-15:30, affecting midday service but leaving morning and evening peak hours on the regular route. Weekend diversions operate for longer periods, from 07:00-18:00 on both Saturday and Sunday. Route 201 shares a similar corridor with Route 200, which also connects Heckmondwike to Leeds via major stops including Batley Bus Station, Cleckheaton Bus Station, Birstall Market Place, Morley Town Hall, White Rose Centre, and Leeds Bus Station. Officials haven't said whether Route 200 will be affected by the same roadworks.
Diversion Runs Through Late Summer 2026
The diversion takes effect April 23, 2026, and continues through August 28, 2026, according to Arriva UK Bus. Officials said buses will use Fountain Street in both directions during the specified hours throughout the four-month period. The agency didn't provide details about whether the diversion route will add significant travel time or how many stops might be temporarily relocated. Riders should expect the modified routing to remain in place for the full duration unless construction finishes early.
Riders Can Track Real-Time Service Changes
Passengers affected by the diversion can monitor service in real time through multiple channels, transit officials said. The agency noted that riders should plan for possible schedule variations during the diversion period, particularly during the midday hours when the alternate routing is in effect. Moovit provides real-time updates for Route 201 and other Arriva UK Bus services throughout the Leeds area, helping riders track bus locations and adjust their travel plans during the extended roadworks period.
