Changes to a Penwortham bus route

A picture of the bus stop at Howick shops next to a black bench and some trees. As the change to a Penwortham bus route will be happening the x2 bus will be stopping here.

Above you can see a video of Galloways team members Andrew and James discussing this exciting milestone of the change in a Penwortham bus route and taking the short walk from the bus stop to Galloways.

Accessibility for All: New bus stop in Penwortham outside of Galloways HQ!

At Galloways, we believe accessibility should be right for all passengers when traveling. Everyone deserves the opportunity to move around freely and independently, regardless of their mobility or visual impairments.

That’s why we are delighted to announce a significant improvement in accessible travel, thanks to Stagecoach acknowledging feedback from the Lancashire VI Forum. We are pleased to share that there will be changes to a Penwortham bus route and the X2 bus will now be stopping outside Galloways HQ! This change will make it easier for people with sight loss and other disabilities to reach our facilities safely and conveniently.

What This change to the Penwortham bus route means for you

If you are a daily bus rider, this is fantastic news! Whether you’re heading to Galloways for an event, to access our services, or simply to meet friends, this new stop makes travel simpler and more inclusive. The X2 bus route, which runs from Liverpool through Southport and onto Preston, now allows passengers to alight at the “Howick Shops” bus stop on both sides of Liverpool Road. From there, it’s just a short two-minute walk to reach us!

There has been no change to the usual bus timetable, which can be found online here:

A Step Forward in ease of access

16 March 2025 marks Disabled Access Day, a day to celebrate good access and create opportunities for people to try something new as we introduce the change to a Penwortham bus route!

As we celebrate this important day for people living with disabilities, we couldn’t be happier to share this milestone with our community. We understand the challenges faced by individuals with sight loss when navigating public transport, and we are committed to making each journey easier, safer, and more accessible.