This central bus stop channels most of the bus lines going to the Northern Suburbs as far as Morley, Bayswater, Dianella, Bassendean, and Maylands,. There are two stands at this location: bus stop no. 12132 (also called Stand 1) faces the Police Headquarters, and is where lines 16, 21, 22, 60, 67, 68 and 40 stop. The other stand, no. 12131, faces The Court Bar, and is where lines 41, 42, 43, 44, 48, 55, and 66 stop. Both stands are usually full at after-work hours during week days and at the sparse scheduled times that these buses pass by during weekends.
If you use the stop three things will be obvious to you. Firstly, that the area is always colder and windier than the rest of the surrounding area, because of the confluence of different streets on that precise point of Beaufort St. Secondly, the crowds do not line here, but people manage to get onto the bus without order but orderly, if that makes any sense: no pushes, not cranky people, and many gentlmen and nice kids letting ladies go on first. Isn't that nice? Thirdly, and most importantly, the stop is quiet and secure even in late evenings, despite drunkards and party-goers passing by all the time - the stop being in front of the Police HQ & Perth CSIs, you would not expect differently, no?
The timetable poles are
quite precise and reliable, although occasional delays occur and people
are left behind if there are traffic delays, heavy rain, or special
events are happening in the city. ROOM FOR IMPROVEMENT
At first sight, the seating area is sufficient, with two covered places, and three uncovered benches. However, the uncovered area should be covered, and the covered area modified because when it rains, you get soaked wet even if you are underneath the covered booths! Moreover, during the summer days, a covered area it is just a relief from the scorch!
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If you want to secure a seat, go to the stops on Barrack St. The crowds are also considerable there, but the buses reach that point empty.
