"We are on the cusp of delivering a fully integrated, world-class transport system for our global city-region. These changes will make everyday journeys easier and open up new opportunities for people across Greater Manchester. Bringing rail into the Bee Network, alongside our long-term vision for rail in Greater Manchester, are all part of our plan and commitment to maximise good growth across the city region for the next decade and beyond, which our residents and businesses deserve."
"The first passenger trains in the Bee Network will join by the end of 2026, after Greater Manchester disclosed the next steps in its ambitious transport system. Unveiling a yellow-branded Northern train, the regional mayor, Andy Burnham, said two lines from central Manchester to Glossop and Stalybridge would join the network in a year, allowing contactless travel with fares capped across trains, buses and trams."
Passenger trains will join the Bee Network by the end of 2026, starting with two lines from central Manchester to Glossop and Stalybridge within a year. Contactless payments and capped fares will apply across trains, buses and trams, with tap-in/out available at 17 railway stations by the end of next year. All Greater Manchester stations are planned to join the Bee Network by 2030. Immediate benefits include cross-mode ticket acceptance during disruption, improved journey planning and real-time rail information on TfGM and Bee Network apps. Plans foresee more and later services to Manchester Airport, Alderley Edge and Rochdale by 2027 and full integration of eight rail lines by 2028.
Read at www.theguardian.com
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