01/09/2015

Streetrack

Fastrack, the busway system of Dartford, Bluewater, Greenhithe and Gravesend has just recently got new buses.

From A to B
Arriva Southern Counties 4310 on Fastrack B next to 4301 on Fastrack A, Dartford Home Gardens (© Aubrey)

Yep, Streetlites. And surprisingly, they are quite fast (on the busway sections at least).

Arriva Southern Counties 4316 on Fastrack B, Dartford
Arriva Southern Counties 4316 on Fastrack B, Dartford (© Aubrey)

They have the usual offering of charging plugs/USB ports and wi-fi (which can work). Otherwise they are Daimler engined Streetlites.

A and B
Arriva Southern Counties 4305 on Fastrack A and 4302 on Fastrack B, Dartford (CC Aubrey)

Arriva Southern Counties 4307 & 4313 on Fastrack B, Darent Valley Hospital
Arriva Southern Counties 4307 & 4313 on Fastrack B, Darent Valley Hospital (© Aubrey)

Although these aren't as good as the previous buses, and certainly aren't the most fitting replacements to the former Volvos, they still look presentable even with the Streetlite front.

Arriva Southern Counties 4306 on Fastrack A, Bluewater
Arriva Southern Counties 4306 on Fastrack A, Bluewater (© Aubrey)

Overall, these buses aren't as bad as I was expecting. Surprisingly fast when needed. Alright to ride on, and the e-leather seats do exist again. Quite similar to the Carousel Streetlites in their turn of speed. Could have been worse.

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