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Thousands more young people take the bus during free travel initiative
Carousel Buses recorded a 406 per cent increase in child passenger journeys during the government’s free summer travel scheme.
Bank Holiday Services - 31st August 2026
A Sunday service will operate on all Carousel Buses services on Monday 31st August 2026.
Major bus group rebranded as Go Thames Valley
Oxford Bus Group has been renamed Go Thames Valley to reflect its network expansion.
New Sunday buses and extra late journeys part of network improvement
Carousel Buses has enhanced its portfolio of services, including the addition of new Sunday buses and extra late journeys.
The airline flyer is coming to Carousel!
From 19th July, you’ll be able to purchase airline flyer tickets on your local Carousel bus service.
Bus drivers trained to give life-saving CPR by Thames Valley Air Ambulance
Carousel Buses is training all new drivers to administer life-saving CPR in partnership with Thames Valley Air Ambulance.
Network Review from 21st June 2026
We will be making a number of changes to services across our network from 21st June 2026.
£4,000 joining bonus available for drivers at Carousel Buses recruitment day
A £4,000 joining bonus is being offered to drivers as Carousel Buses prepares to hold a summer recruitment day.
May Bank Holidays 2026
A Sunday service will operate on all Carousel services during the two bank holidays in May.
Carousel Buses creates job boost through new driving academy
The first 20 graduates of Carousel Buses’ VIP Bus Driver Academy have completed their training and gone into service.