The West Yorkshire operator has become the latest to join the Flixbus network, providing additional coaches on services between Leeds, Liverpool and Manchester
Flixbus has announced a new partnership with Leeds-based J&B Travel, which will commence operating express services in mid-April on Flixbus’ cross-country routes in the north of England and Midlands. Family-owned J&B Travel will bring two Flixbus-branded vehicles to the network, operating services to and from Manchester Airport, Leeds and Liverpool, as part of Flixbus’ ‘hypergrowth’ strategy for 2025, which it says will see over 200 vehicles on the UK’s roads by summer.
“J&B Travel has extensive experience in delivering express services within the UK coach market, and with our strong growth trajectory, this partnership is a natural fit,” said Andreas Schorling, Managing Director of FlixBus UK. “Their reputation for high quality aligns with our mission to provide the best possible travel experience for passengers, and ensures we will meet the expected high demand for our services this year.”
Managing Director of J&B Travel Paul Lynn added: “We have been impressed with the partnership model, as well as the advanced technology powering their growth. The Flixbus team has been so welcoming and positive about the future of the industry, really engaging us in every step of the process. We are really looking forward to a new chapter with J&B a part of the Flixbus revolution, alongside a group of strong operators joining, together building the strongest coach network in the country.”
