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The Confederation of Passenger Transport (CPT), which represents the bus industry, said passengers rose by 18 per cent last year and made the city's bus network the fifth fastest growing in the country.
Six services in York are
also in the top 50 for the fastest growing routes, although they were outdone by a Sheffield-Chesterfield link.
The 43/44 service between Sheffield and Chesterfield saw passenger numbers increase by 33 per cent in 2004, putting it in 11th position in terms of individual routes.
Bus company First, the main operator in York, said more people saw bus travel as an attractive and viable form of transport. The firm was also praised for initiatives with York council to boost bus use and restrict car access to the city centre.
Jonathan May, managing director of First's bus operations in York, said: "It is dependable, comfortable and cost-effective. We're delighted our customers recognise our commitment to improving the passenger experience and the substantial growth is testament to the unique role buses play in our lives."
The CPT also gave a wider upbeat assessment, saying the bus industry was enjoying a renaissance. There were 4.5bn journeys in 2004, a two per cent rise on 2003 – with almost a quarter of trips for commuting and business, while passengers overall are travelling in newer buses.
But concerns have been raised about above-inflation fare rises, cuts, lack of integration and variable quality on regional bus networks. Growth has centred on London where services are more tightly regulated.