Ok. Last time what I noticed is that after 7pm the frequency of
all 3 services 3, 83 and 85 departing Punggol really detoriates.
The frequency goes to 15-18 mins and this also could be the reason
why the loading is so high at this time as it would still be peak
time for workers who leave at 630pm from CBD area. Between 05-07pm,
the frequency of 83 is 08-10 mins, 3 is 08-10 mins and 85 is around
10-12 mins. Hence during this time loading is more spaced out and
buses get around 40-50pax from interchange.
is this consistent with your observations?
Hi mr busanalyser, yes. There are also many others (living at
2nd stop area) who rushed to 85 or 83 just now which pumped up the
loading figure. Most alighted at the 3rd stop along Punggol
central. Some alighted at 4th stop. Of course, there are many who
alighted at 2nd stop. These people could also board 136 or 386 but
of course they will board 3/83/85 as well if the bus comes for
obvious reasons. 136 frequency is no good at 7pm++ and 386 already
witnesses long queues because it is only bus to edgefield/edgedale
plains end. Cheers. Thanks.