As this column has often illustrated convenience, along with reliability, frequency and fares can attract travellers away from their cars and switch to public transport.

A public transport interchange should be designed to provide an easy transfer between the maximum number of services and suit the customer’s travel needs.

The Cardiff Bus Interchange opened in June 2024 and one year on an assessment seemed appropriate. Rather misnamed as its location adjacent to Cardiff Central railway station makes for direct passenger transfer between all modes – bus, rail, taxi and cycle. This is the great strength of its location of which many cities have been envious.

The Interchange is a stylish building located in Central Square with offices above, adjacent to the BBC Cymru Wales studios and new office blocks, all enhanced by the fine Art Deco Portland stone Central Station building. It is a fine gateway to our capital city.

Inside, the customer information screens provide (from a central data base) real-time route departure information and allocated service bay numbers. My first review visit accompanied by a Transport for Wales (TfW) director certainly showed that.

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