How did we miss this during #CatchTheBusMonth? A wonderful read about the joys of travelling by bus, with some great reasons to get on board and a brilliant shoutout for our campaign. Well worth sharing now! ❤️🚍
It's Catch the Bus Month - so I wrote about that for this week's Crafty Green Poet Substack post craftygreenpoet.substack.com/p/get-on-boa...
Get on Board with Catch the Bus Month!
Reasons to love travelling by bus
craftygreenpoet.substack.com
October 27, 2026 at 11:31 AM
How did we miss this during #CatchTheBusMonth? A wonderful read about the joys of travelling by bus, with some great reasons to get on board and a brilliant shoutout for our campaign. Well worth sharing now! ❤️🚍
Two amazing bus drivers have been recognised as Swindon’s 'Brilliant Bus Drivers' after receiving outstanding nominations from passengers during this September's #CatchTheBusMonth #CheersDrive! bit.ly/3TRRXKP
Courtney named as Swindon's Brilliant Bus Driver!
Find out about the catch the bus month winners...
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October 23, 2026 at 10:15 AM
Two amazing bus drivers have been recognised as Swindon’s 'Brilliant Bus Drivers' after receiving outstanding nominations from passengers during this September's #CatchTheBusMonth #CheersDrive! bit.ly/3TRRXKP
#CatchTheBusMonth is over, but here's another day to mark.
FYI What's on Our Curator's doorstep* is an OK bus stop, including a shelter that's unkempt but basically does the job.
* strictly speaking a few metres away.
FYI What's on Our Curator's doorstep* is an OK bus stop, including a shelter that's unkempt but basically does the job.
* strictly speaking a few metres away.
Today is International Day of Older People - the theme this year is 'What's on your doorstep?'
Transport is an essential component of age-friendly communities - from reliable, accessible buses to well-maintained pavements.
Let's work to make transport better this #IDOP.
Transport is an essential component of age-friendly communities - from reliable, accessible buses to well-maintained pavements.
Let's work to make transport better this #IDOP.
Today marks International Day of Older People (IDOP) and the theme is "What's on your doorstep?"
October 1, 2026 at 10:01 AM
#CatchTheBusMonth is over, but here's another day to mark.
FYI What's on Our Curator's doorstep* is an OK bus stop, including a shelter that's unkempt but basically does the job.
* strictly speaking a few metres away.
FYI What's on Our Curator's doorstep* is an OK bus stop, including a shelter that's unkempt but basically does the job.
* strictly speaking a few metres away.
As #CatchTheBusMonth comes to an end, let's hear it for brilliant buses!
Buses...
🚌Carry millions of people every day
🚍Bust traffic and pollution
🚌Connect people to opportunities
🚍Boost local economies
🚌Improve our health
Buses...
🚌Carry millions of people every day
🚍Bust traffic and pollution
🚌Connect people to opportunities
🚍Boost local economies
🚌Improve our health
September 30, 2026 at 8:35 AM
As #CatchTheBusMonth comes to an end, let's hear it for brilliant buses!
Buses...
🚌Carry millions of people every day
🚍Bust traffic and pollution
🚌Connect people to opportunities
🚍Boost local economies
🚌Improve our health
Buses...
🚌Carry millions of people every day
🚍Bust traffic and pollution
🚌Connect people to opportunities
🚍Boost local economies
🚌Improve our health
Myth 14: As #CatchTheBusMonth ends, EBUG will finally stop droning on about buses.
Mythbusting: we've got 3 meetings due with local groups, a TEC deputation 'likely', meetings with Councillors/operator etc etc.
EBUG: more oomph than the Duracell bunny, more limbs than Monty Python's Black Knight.
Mythbusting: we've got 3 meetings due with local groups, a TEC deputation 'likely', meetings with Councillors/operator etc etc.
EBUG: more oomph than the Duracell bunny, more limbs than Monty Python's Black Knight.
Myth 13: Buses are inaccessible.
Mythbusting: www.gov.uk/government/p...
Aside from the fact that elderly & disabled people disproportionately rely on buses (web-cdn.bsky.app/profile/edin...) the main problems are:
1. no service
2. access to BUS STOPS h/t @cllrcmiller.bsky.social
3. poor
Mythbusting: www.gov.uk/government/p...
Aside from the fact that elderly & disabled people disproportionately rely on buses (web-cdn.bsky.app/profile/edin...) the main problems are:
1. no service
2. access to BUS STOPS h/t @cllrcmiller.bsky.social
3. poor
September 30, 2026 at 10:00 AM
Myth 14: As #CatchTheBusMonth ends, EBUG will finally stop droning on about buses.
Mythbusting: we've got 3 meetings due with local groups, a TEC deputation 'likely', meetings with Councillors/operator etc etc.
EBUG: more oomph than the Duracell bunny, more limbs than Monty Python's Black Knight.
Mythbusting: we've got 3 meetings due with local groups, a TEC deputation 'likely', meetings with Councillors/operator etc etc.
EBUG: more oomph than the Duracell bunny, more limbs than Monty Python's Black Knight.
What a month! 🎉
Thanks to everyone who got on board for #CatchTheBusMonth #MisDalYBws and to our partners and lead partner Trueform ♥️
Our biggest thanks to all those who make bus travel possible, and to the millions who rely on it every day 🚍💚
#CTBM26 #MDYB26
Thanks to everyone who got on board for #CatchTheBusMonth #MisDalYBws and to our partners and lead partner Trueform ♥️
Our biggest thanks to all those who make bus travel possible, and to the millions who rely on it every day 🚍💚
#CTBM26 #MDYB26
September 30, 2026 at 9:19 AM
What a month! 🎉
Thanks to everyone who got on board for #CatchTheBusMonth #MisDalYBws and to our partners and lead partner Trueform ♥️
Our biggest thanks to all those who make bus travel possible, and to the millions who rely on it every day 🚍💚
#CTBM26 #MDYB26
Thanks to everyone who got on board for #CatchTheBusMonth #MisDalYBws and to our partners and lead partner Trueform ♥️
Our biggest thanks to all those who make bus travel possible, and to the millions who rely on it every day 🚍💚
#CTBM26 #MDYB26
We may be coming to the end of #CatchTheBusMonth, but Bus Users UK works all year round at BUSting common myths! 🚌
Myth: “Buses only benefit the people who use them”
Truth: Buses reduce congestion, cut pollution, connect communities and boost the economy 🚏✅
#CTBM #CTBM26
Myth: “Buses only benefit the people who use them”
Truth: Buses reduce congestion, cut pollution, connect communities and boost the economy 🚏✅
#CTBM #CTBM26
September 30, 2026 at 6:56 AM
We may be coming to the end of #CatchTheBusMonth, but Bus Users UK works all year round at BUSting common myths! 🚌
Myth: “Buses only benefit the people who use them”
Truth: Buses reduce congestion, cut pollution, connect communities and boost the economy 🚏✅
#CTBM #CTBM26
Myth: “Buses only benefit the people who use them”
Truth: Buses reduce congestion, cut pollution, connect communities and boost the economy 🚏✅
#CTBM #CTBM26
🚌It's Bus Users UK's #CatchTheBusMonth. This year's theme? #MythBusting
❌Myth: “Buses are outdated”
✔️Truth: Modern buses are comfortable, accessible and packed with high-tech features
So why not get on board 🚌💚
#CTBM26 #MDYB26
❌Myth: “Buses are outdated”
✔️Truth: Modern buses are comfortable, accessible and packed with high-tech features
So why not get on board 🚌💚
#CTBM26 #MDYB26
September 28, 2026 at 9:55 AM
🚌It's Bus Users UK's #CatchTheBusMonth. This year's theme? #MythBusting
❌Myth: “Buses are outdated”
✔️Truth: Modern buses are comfortable, accessible and packed with high-tech features
So why not get on board 🚌💚
#CTBM26 #MDYB26
❌Myth: “Buses are outdated”
✔️Truth: Modern buses are comfortable, accessible and packed with high-tech features
So why not get on board 🚌💚
#CTBM26 #MDYB26
The @dalesbus.bsky.social panel discussion for #CatchTheBusMonth is now live - 'Why rural buses matter: the future of travel in the Dales' 👉 bit.ly/4hia3P1
#LoveTheBus #GetOnBoard
#LoveTheBus #GetOnBoard
Why Rural Buses Matter: The Future of Travel in the Dales - produced by DalesBus
A recording of an online discussion hosted by DalesBus in September 2026 for Catch the Bus Month. Our panelists discuss the importance of rural buses, from connecting communities and reducing isolation to supporting local businesses, tourism and access to the Yorkshire Dales. The panel features Prof Chris Nash, Jonathan Riley, Paul Chattwood, Ana Ciobanu, Colin Speakman, Matthew Elliott, Neil Wise and Damian Smith.
bit.ly
September 28, 2026 at 12:19 PM
The @dalesbus.bsky.social panel discussion for #CatchTheBusMonth is now live - 'Why rural buses matter: the future of travel in the Dales' 👉 bit.ly/4hia3P1
#LoveTheBus #GetOnBoard
#LoveTheBus #GetOnBoard
Amazing Meet the Bus event with @slcouncils.bsky.social and Arriva for #CatchTheBusMonth - building confidence in bus travel and making transport more accessible 🚍👏 #LoveTheBus #GetOnBoard
🚌 Last chance to book!
Join Merseyside Sight Loss Council and Arriva for a free Meet the Bus event in #Liverpool. Explore a bus at your own pace, meet drivers and staff, ask questions, and build confidence travelling independently.
⏰ Booking closes 23 Sept, 12pm 🔗 https://bit.ly/4wrGgHI Arriva UK
Join Merseyside Sight Loss Council and Arriva for a free Meet the Bus event in #Liverpool. Explore a bus at your own pace, meet drivers and staff, ask questions, and build confidence travelling independently.
⏰ Booking closes 23 Sept, 12pm 🔗 https://bit.ly/4wrGgHI Arriva UK
September 26, 2026 at 2:11 PM
Amazing Meet the Bus event with @slcouncils.bsky.social and Arriva for #CatchTheBusMonth - building confidence in bus travel and making transport more accessible 🚍👏 #LoveTheBus #GetOnBoard
🚌It's Bus Users UK's #CatchTheBusMonth. This year's theme? #MythBusting
❌Myth: “Buses are dirty and polluting”
✔️Truth: Buses are cleaner per passenger than cars and one full bus can take up to 75 cars off the road
So why not get on board 🚌💚
#CTBM26 #MDYB26
❌Myth: “Buses are dirty and polluting”
✔️Truth: Buses are cleaner per passenger than cars and one full bus can take up to 75 cars off the road
So why not get on board 🚌💚
#CTBM26 #MDYB26
September 26, 2026 at 9:55 AM
🚌It's Bus Users UK's #CatchTheBusMonth. This year's theme? #MythBusting
❌Myth: “Buses are dirty and polluting”
✔️Truth: Buses are cleaner per passenger than cars and one full bus can take up to 75 cars off the road
So why not get on board 🚌💚
#CTBM26 #MDYB26
❌Myth: “Buses are dirty and polluting”
✔️Truth: Buses are cleaner per passenger than cars and one full bus can take up to 75 cars off the road
So why not get on board 🚌💚
#CTBM26 #MDYB26
#CatchTheBusMonth #MisDalYBws has arrived at the Cardiff Bus Interchange! Thanks for such a great reception as ever @transportforwales.bsky.social #LoveTheBus #CarurBws
September 26, 2026 at 1:51 PM
#CatchTheBusMonth #MisDalYBws has arrived at the Cardiff Bus Interchange! Thanks for such a great reception as ever @transportforwales.bsky.social #LoveTheBus #CarurBws
Six easy ways to save money on bus travel during #CatchTheBusMonth www.thesun.co.uk/money/403932...
Six easy ways to save money on bus travel this month
IT is Catch The Bus month, as the charity Bus Users UK encourages everyone to switch to public transport. So if you are keen to try it out, we have just the ticket and a few extra savings to help y…
www.thesun.co.uk
September 26, 2026 at 2:44 PM
Six easy ways to save money on bus travel during #CatchTheBusMonth www.thesun.co.uk/money/403932...
Over 14 million free bus journeys were made by the under 16s this summer, showing what’s possible when we break down barriers and make bus travel an affordable, convenient and genuinely attractive choice #LoveTheBus #CatchTheBusMonth #CTBM26 bit.ly/4xM0JI2
Over 14m journeys were made by the under 16s using this summer’s...
One bus service in the north-east recorded 710% more child passengers compared to the previous summer. The Bee Network in Greater Manchester had nearly 1.7 million children on their buses this summer,...
bit.ly
September 26, 2026 at 1:06 PM
Over 14 million free bus journeys were made by the under 16s this summer, showing what’s possible when we break down barriers and make bus travel an affordable, convenient and genuinely attractive choice #LoveTheBus #CatchTheBusMonth #CTBM26 bit.ly/4xM0JI2
It's Catch the Bus Month!
Find out about bus services into and around the beautiful Yorkshire Dales at dalesbus.org.
All single fares are no more than £3 on all local bus services, including the whole Sunday DalesBus network.
#CatchTheBusMonth
Find out about bus services into and around the beautiful Yorkshire Dales at dalesbus.org.
All single fares are no more than £3 on all local bus services, including the whole Sunday DalesBus network.
#CatchTheBusMonth
September 25, 2026 at 11:42 AM
It's Catch the Bus Month!
Find out about bus services into and around the beautiful Yorkshire Dales at dalesbus.org.
All single fares are no more than £3 on all local bus services, including the whole Sunday DalesBus network.
#CatchTheBusMonth
Find out about bus services into and around the beautiful Yorkshire Dales at dalesbus.org.
All single fares are no more than £3 on all local bus services, including the whole Sunday DalesBus network.
#CatchTheBusMonth
Amazing day with Transport for West Midlands at the Walsall Community Transport Hub celebrating #CatchTheBusMonth, cupcakes, and the huge benefits of bus travel #LoveTheBus #GetOnBoard
September 26, 2026 at 12:02 PM
Amazing day with Transport for West Midlands at the Walsall Community Transport Hub celebrating #CatchTheBusMonth, cupcakes, and the huge benefits of bus travel #LoveTheBus #GetOnBoard
It's #WorldCarFreeDay! Find out how much CO₂ and money you could save by switching to the bus 🚍 with our #CatchTheBusMonth Journey Calculator 👇
tinyurl.com/4npe6nev
#CTBM26 #LoveTheBus
tinyurl.com/4npe6nev
#CTBM26 #LoveTheBus
Catch the Bus Month – Bus Users
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September 22, 2026 at 11:09 AM
It's #WorldCarFreeDay! Find out how much CO₂ and money you could save by switching to the bus 🚍 with our #CatchTheBusMonth Journey Calculator 👇
tinyurl.com/4npe6nev
#CTBM26 #LoveTheBus
tinyurl.com/4npe6nev
#CTBM26 #LoveTheBus
It’s #WorldCarFreeDay and with #CatchTheBusMonth in full swing, it's the perfect time to ditch the car and get on board!
💚 Less carbon
😌 Less stress
💷 Less cost
🚍 More time to sit back and enjoy the ride
So give your car the day off and give the bus a go.
#LoveTheBus❤️
💚 Less carbon
😌 Less stress
💷 Less cost
🚍 More time to sit back and enjoy the ride
So give your car the day off and give the bus a go.
#LoveTheBus❤️
September 22, 2026 at 9:10 AM
It’s #WorldCarFreeDay and with #CatchTheBusMonth in full swing, it's the perfect time to ditch the car and get on board!
💚 Less carbon
😌 Less stress
💷 Less cost
🚍 More time to sit back and enjoy the ride
So give your car the day off and give the bus a go.
#LoveTheBus❤️
💚 Less carbon
😌 Less stress
💷 Less cost
🚍 More time to sit back and enjoy the ride
So give your car the day off and give the bus a go.
#LoveTheBus❤️
🚍 Swap a few weekly car journeys for the bus and you could save over 1 tonne of CO2 a year with Scottish Citylink. See how much you could save in carbon 🌍 and money 💵with our #CatchTheBusMonth Journey Calculator 👉 tinyurl.com/4npe6nev
September 21, 2026 at 6:23 PM
🚍 Swap a few weekly car journeys for the bus and you could save over 1 tonne of CO2 a year with Scottish Citylink. See how much you could save in carbon 🌍 and money 💵with our #CatchTheBusMonth Journey Calculator 👉 tinyurl.com/4npe6nev
"it's freedom."
For Sussex Sight Loss Council volunteer Alison, accessible bus travel means getting to work, shopping, meeting friends and enjoying everyday life.
This #CatchTheBusMonth, we're celebrating why buses matter to blind & partially sighted people.
#MakeTransportAccessible Bus Users UK
For Sussex Sight Loss Council volunteer Alison, accessible bus travel means getting to work, shopping, meeting friends and enjoying everyday life.
This #CatchTheBusMonth, we're celebrating why buses matter to blind & partially sighted people.
#MakeTransportAccessible Bus Users UK
September 22, 2026 at 8:00 AM
"it's freedom."
For Sussex Sight Loss Council volunteer Alison, accessible bus travel means getting to work, shopping, meeting friends and enjoying everyday life.
This #CatchTheBusMonth, we're celebrating why buses matter to blind & partially sighted people.
#MakeTransportAccessible Bus Users UK
For Sussex Sight Loss Council volunteer Alison, accessible bus travel means getting to work, shopping, meeting friends and enjoying everyday life.
This #CatchTheBusMonth, we're celebrating why buses matter to blind & partially sighted people.
#MakeTransportAccessible Bus Users UK
Five priorities for #CatchTheBusMonth from Colin Howden @transform.scot 👇https://bit.ly/4h3QCct
Five priorities for Catch the Bus Month - Transform Scotland
As Catch the Bus Month gets underway, our director Colin Howden, takes stock of Scotland’s bus network and sets out five priorities that demand urgent attention from government, transport authorities....
transform.scot
September 20, 2026 at 10:46 AM
Five priorities for #CatchTheBusMonth from Colin Howden @transform.scot 👇https://bit.ly/4h3QCct
As #CatchTheBusMonth coincides with Party Conference Season, it's time for a gratuitous bus-related pop at the main parties.
First up, the Lib Dems:
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
Not content with local LDs voting to cock up Edinburgh buses twice last week, Ed wants to cut fuel duty. TBF he also
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First up, the Lib Dems:
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
Not content with local LDs voting to cock up Edinburgh buses twice last week, Ed wants to cut fuel duty. TBF he also
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Ed Davey calls for immediate 10p cut to fuel duty
Sir Ed blamed Donald Trump's war with Iran for damaging the UK economy and pushing fuel prices up.
www.bbc.co.uk
September 20, 2026 at 10:26 AM
As #CatchTheBusMonth coincides with Party Conference Season, it's time for a gratuitous bus-related pop at the main parties.
First up, the Lib Dems:
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
Not content with local LDs voting to cock up Edinburgh buses twice last week, Ed wants to cut fuel duty. TBF he also
1/2
First up, the Lib Dems:
www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
Not content with local LDs voting to cock up Edinburgh buses twice last week, Ed wants to cut fuel duty. TBF he also
1/2
It's Catch the Bus Month, why not use it as an opportunity to explore the lovely Yorkshire Dales by bus?
The full summer Sunday DalesBus network is still running: dalesbus.org/summer
All single fares are no more than £3, and under 19s travel for £1.
#CatchtheBusMonth
The full summer Sunday DalesBus network is still running: dalesbus.org/summer
All single fares are no more than £3, and under 19s travel for £1.
#CatchtheBusMonth
September 18, 2026 at 1:31 PM
It's Catch the Bus Month, why not use it as an opportunity to explore the lovely Yorkshire Dales by bus?
The full summer Sunday DalesBus network is still running: dalesbus.org/summer
All single fares are no more than £3, and under 19s travel for £1.
#CatchtheBusMonth
The full summer Sunday DalesBus network is still running: dalesbus.org/summer
All single fares are no more than £3, and under 19s travel for £1.
#CatchtheBusMonth
September is Catch the Bus Month! Find out about events taking place around the country and show your support...
https://bususers.org/catch-the-bus-month/
#CatchTheBusMonth #CTBM2026
@bususersuk.bsky.social
https://bususers.org/catch-the-bus-month/
#CatchTheBusMonth #CTBM2026
@bususersuk.bsky.social
September 18, 2026 at 10:13 AM
September is Catch the Bus Month! Find out about events taking place around the country and show your support...
https://bususers.org/catch-the-bus-month/
#CatchTheBusMonth #CTBM2026
@bususersuk.bsky.social
https://bususers.org/catch-the-bus-month/
#CatchTheBusMonth #CTBM2026
@bususersuk.bsky.social
This is interesting. The switch-to-bus journey calculator by @bususersuk.bsky.social telling you the savings in money and environmental damage you may make by switching a journey from car to #bus You can install it on your own website too! #CatchTheBusMonth #AmBUSsador bususers.org/catch-the-bu...
Catch the Bus Month – Bus Users
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bususers.org
September 17, 2026 at 6:59 PM
This is interesting. The switch-to-bus journey calculator by @bususersuk.bsky.social telling you the savings in money and environmental damage you may make by switching a journey from car to #bus You can install it on your own website too! #CatchTheBusMonth #AmBUSsador bususers.org/catch-the-bu...