Transport for Wales (TfW) has announced a new bus service connecting communities between Rhyl and Wrexham, as part of Network North Wales, is set to begin from September.
Reportedly, the service will include an hourly bus service between Ruthin and Wrexham, an upgrade from the current two hourly service, and an hourly service between Wrexham and Rhyl on a Sunday.
The new TrawsCymru T51 will replace the existing 51/X51 services and be operated by Arriva.
From September 2025 this will include hourly buses between Ruthin and Wrexham (an upgrade from the current two-hourly service) with simplified fares and digital ticketing options.
TfW also stated that this will be supported by introduction of hourly service between Wrexham and Rhyl on a Sunday.
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This will be followed, from March 2026, by improved integration with rail services and other TrawsCymru routes and a new modern, accessible vehicles designed for comfort and sustainability.
Head of commercial Arriva Cymru, Adam Marshall, said: “Network North Wales is an exciting programme for Arriva to be involved with – its ambitious and will deliver significant improvements which will grow the network, increase modal shift and create opportunity for the people of North Wales.
“Arriva are looking forward to joining the Traws Cymru family with the commencement of the T51 service this September.
“We have worked closely with TfW, local authorities and our customers to shape this service. The result is improved connectivity, higher frequencies, lower fares and fleet investment.”
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