Football fans could soon be catching shuttle buses to Preston North End's Deepdale in an attempt to cut congestion on match days.
Bus firm Stagecoach is planning to set up a new service to ferry supporters from the bus station to Preston North End.
The Footyrider service aims to reduce the number of spectators travelling by car and clogging up residential streets around Deep
dale.
The plans have been backed by Ben Rhodes, general manager of PNE, who said: "We understand the frustration of local residents and we are trying to encourage supporters who drive to the game to change their habits.
"We also want to remove the hassle for all our travelling supporters, whether they attend alone or with a family, by offering a safe and reliable transport service.
"We anticipate that a Footyrider service would be a very friendly and enjoyable method of travel, allowing PNE fans to get to the game together and reducing local congestion.
"By leaving the car at home, fans are also helping the environment and saving money on parking and petrol. It is hoped that the Footyrider service, which will cost £2 for a return trip, will be up and running in time for PNE's first Championship home game against Crystal Palace on August 16.
Rob Jones, operations manager at Stagecoach North-West, said: "We fully appreciate the congestion issues caused by cars on match day and we are committed to alleviating the situation for local residents.
"We believe that a £2 return journey, with an already increased frequency of service around the city, will encourage people to leave their vehicles at home."
Deepdale councillor Terry Cartwright said residents had been plagued with parking problems during big match days.
He said: "It will be a really big plus if it means they are putting on more buses.
"If there are more buses on match day, then it's better all round."
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