What are they building at Exeter bus?

What are they building at Exeter bus?

The new station – a striking glass-fronted building with modern facilities – replaces the old bus station which was constructed in the 1960s. The facility, which will promote green public transport in the city and rural communities for decades to come, opened on Sunday July 25.

Where is Exeter bus station moving to?

The new station is set conveniently next to the brand new St Sidwell’s point leisure centre- set to open later this year, and also nestled between Princesshay, Sidwell Street and minute’s walk to Exeter’s High Street shops.

Is the new bus station in Exeter open?

Exeter’s state-of-the-art new bus station is now open to passengers – and there was a fantastic family fun day to celebrate. The striking glass-fronted building in the heart of the city centre replaces the current station which was constructed in the 1960s.

What are they building in Exeter city Centre?

The regeneration scheme could include 250 build-to-rent homes on Sidwell Street, a four star hotel opposite John Lewis, a budget hotel in Sidwell Street, the relocation of the Civic Centre into a new public sector hub, housing to replace the existing civic centre, a new office quarter, food, drink and retail outlets.

What is the new building in Exeter?

Exeter Science Park Grow Out Building The new building is called the ‘Grow-out Building’ and is aimed at small and medium enterprises working in the science, technology, engineering, maths and medical sectors.

Are buses still running in Exeter?

The bus network in Exeter, and huge swathes of the county, has just shut down. All Stagecoach services from the Exeter depot and the majority from its Torquay depot have been suspended indefinitely as it is ‘completely unsafe’ to run them. This means no buses will run in the city of Exeter today.

Where do National Express coaches stop in Exeter?

Sidwell Street
Sidwell Street: Exeter bus station for National Express | Busbud.

What is being built in Exeter?

St Sidwell’s Point Exeter’s flagship leisure centre, multi-purpose venue and bus station redevelopment in the heart of Exeter city centre. It will be the first leisure centre in the UK built to the super energy efficient Passivhaus standard, which is expected to eventually save up to 70 per cent on annual energy costs.

Do buses in Exeter take card?

Paying your fare When you get on the bus you need to tell the driver where you want to go and what type of ticket you would like. Bus drivers can’t accept cheques debit or credit cards, so if contactless is not available you’ll need to carry some cash.

Are Torquay buses running today?

Torbay Buses and Country Bus are currently operating all local bus services as normal. All local bus service operators will continue to review services in line with government guidance.

Can I get a coach to Exeter?

Coaches to Exeter | Tickets & Bus Times The main long distance UK services to Exeter, Devon are operated by National Express, who offer a regular daily coach service throughout the year. There are direct routes from London Victoria which take approximately 4 hours and terminate at Exeter’s main bus and coach station.

Can you get a coach to Devon?

No, there is no direct bus from London station to Devon. However, there are services departing from London Victoria Coach Station and arriving at Cheriton Cross, Coach House via Exeter City Centre, Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 41m.