Newent Robin Bus Service | On-Demand Rural Transport
Improving Local Transport: The Robin Bookable Bus Service
As many residents across Newent and our surrounding villages know, getting around the northern Forest of Dean without a car can be a real challenge. That is why I am so pleased to highlight The Robin, a flexible, on-demand bus service designed to bridge the gap in our local public transport network. The Robin bus has helped me out when driving wasn't an option. Friendly drivers and the great choice of destinations make this such a valuable option for local transport." Full information at : The Robin (your bookable bus) | Gloucestershire County Council
Unlike traditional fixed-route buses, The Robin operates on a flexible timetable, picking you up and dropping you off at designated local stops throughout the Newent area. Whether you are heading to medical appointments, running errands, or connecting to main bus routes, it provides a convenient lifeline for our rural community.
How The Robin Bus Works in the Newent Zone
The Robin connects rural locations across the Newent zone to main transport hubs, making regional travel far more accessible.
On-Demand Booking: Instead of waiting for a scheduled bus, you book your trip in advance for the time you need.
Flexible Stops: The service uses a combination of standard bus stops and virtual stops near prominent local landmarks.
Accessible & Affordable: Fares are kept low to ensure accessible public transport for all residents, with concessionary passes accepted.
The Robin bus map for the Newent zone is shown above
How to Book Your Ride
Booking a trip on The Robin is simple, and you can reserve your seat up to two weeks in advance (or as little as 10 minutes before travel, subject to vehicle availability):
Via the Mobile App: Download The Robin App on your smartphone to map routes, track your bus in real time, and pay securely.
Online: Visit the official booking portal to schedule your journeys from a computer.
By Phone: Call the dedicated customer service line to speak directly with an advisor who can book your journey for you.
Standing Up for Rural Transport Across Newent
Access to reliable public transport is essential for local independence, supporting high street businesses, and reducing rural isolation. I will continue working closely with local residents and transport authorities to ensure flexible services like The Robin get the funding and visibility they need to thrive.
If you have feedback on the service or ideas on how we can improve local transport links across the Forest of Dean, please do get in touch with me! Further stops within the Zone may be added on request if there is evidence of demand. There are hundreds of stops listed on the website which include those used by school buses and community transport. Gill has also posted the list of these stops on her Facebook page: www facebook.com/councillor.moseley
The Robin bus map for the whole of Gloucestershire is shown below
