Fully funded by a grant from Ebbsfleet Development Corporation, the project is part of the Fastrack programme providing frequent, reliable and high quality bus services designed to connect existing and new communities across Gravesham, Dartford and Ebbsfleet.
Construction started in March 2023, with Kent County Council (KCC) appointing Jacksons as the principle contractor to complete the works.
The scheme has seen the road widened, creating a new bus lane which connects West Street to the Gravesend Bus Hub Fastrack stops on Garrick Street to the south via New Road.
In addition, improvements have been made to the existing toucan crossings near Clifton Road to provide better access to pedestrians and cyclists.
“Fastrack services are among the busiest in the county, so it is essential that we provide reliable services with fast journey times.”
Neil Baker, Cabinet Member for Highways and Transport, said: “I am pleased that construction is now complete on the Bath Street Fastrack bus lane.
‘Fastrack services are among the busiest in the county, so it is essential that we provide reliable services with fast journey times.
‘This is big step towards a fully integrated sustainable Fastrack network, making public transport a real alternative to cars for many people around the town.”
Steve Horton, Jackson Reginal Director says: “We are pleased to have played an important role in delivering a key section of the Fastrack programme in Gravesend, working closely with our client, Kent County Council, to minimise disruption to the public, whilst constructing the scheme in a busy part of the town”.
A spokesperson from Ebbsfleet Development Corporation: “Ebbsfleet Development Corporation are pleased to have funded the improvements to the Bath Street contra flow bus lane, along with facilitating upgrades to the existing crossing.
‘The Fastrack bus service is a vital piece of the infrastructure connecting the new communities in Ebbsfleet to Gravesham town centre, and this initiative represents our commitment to improving local infrastructure and enhancing access to public transport. We look forward to seeing the positive impact this will have on residents, commuters and local community."
