London Bus Quiz: Trivia Questions!

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    What does NCP Challenger stand for

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Buses are one of the most accessible ways to travel to London. It's not the fastest way to roam London, but the city’s famous double-decker buses provide a unique way of exploring this beautiful city. This quiz has been created to see how much people know about buses. So, let's try out the quiz. All the best!

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  • 2. 

    Where was the Route 260 cut down to?

    • Golders Green

    • Cricklewood

    • Finchley Central Station

    Correct Answer
    A. Golders Green
    Explanation
    The Route 260 was cut down to Golders Green.

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  • 3. 

    What Company will the Route 7 transfer to?

    • Metroline

    • Travel London

    • Arriva London

    • East London

    Correct Answer
    A. Metroline
    Explanation
    The Route 7 will transfer to Metroline.

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  • 4. 

    What nationality is the Transdev Bus Group?

    • French

    • Spanish

    • Portuguesse

    • Ecudorian

    Correct Answer
    A. French
    Explanation
    The Transdev Bus Group is a multinational public transport company that is headquartered in France. Therefore, it can be inferred that the nationality of the Transdev Bus Group is French.

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  • 5. 

    What Company bought London Sovereign?

    • Transdev

    • London United

    Correct Answer
    A. London United
    Explanation
    London United is the company that bought London Sovereign.

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  • 6. 

    Which was the first Metro line Route to venture into East London?

    • 205

    • 271

    • 274

    • 390

    • 46

    Correct Answer
    A. 205
    Explanation
    The correct answer is 205. This metro line route was the first to venture into East London.

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  • 7. 

    When was First's Last Transbus President ordered?

    • 2004

    • June 2003

    • 2002

    • 2003

    Correct Answer
    A. June 2003
    Explanation
    The correct answer is June 2003. This means that the last Transbus President was ordered in June 2003.

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  • 8. 

    What was London's First Bendy Bus Route?

    • 507

    • 18

    • 29

    • 207

    • 501

    Correct Answer
    A. 507
    Explanation
    London's first bendy bus route was the 507.

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  • 9. 

    Which car company owns Caetano?

    • Toyota

    • Mercedes

    • Honda

    Correct Answer
    A. Toyota
    Explanation
    Toyota owns Caetano.

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  • 10. 

    What Route was the first bus Route operated by First to enter territory dominated by London General and Transdev

    • 414

    • N10

    • 328

    • 21

    • 28

    Correct Answer
    A. 414
    Explanation
    The correct answer is 414. The question asks about the first bus route operated by First to enter territory dominated by London General and Transdev. The route number 414 fits this description.

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  • 11. 

    What Route was the H50 operated by?

    • Tellings Golden Miller

    • London United

    • Westlink

    Correct Answer
    A. Tellings Golden Miller
    Explanation
    The correct answer is Tellings Golden Miller. This suggests that the H50 route was operated by Tellings Golden Miller.

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  • 12. 

    What is their main type of bus?

    • ADL Enviro 200 Dart

    • Alecander-Dennis

    • Dennis Dart

    • Other

    Correct Answer
    A. ADL Enviro 200 Dart
    Explanation
    The main type of bus for them is the ADL Enviro 200 Dart.

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  • 13. 

    Which iconic London bus model was introduced in 1956 and remained in service until 2005?

    • Routemaster 

    • AEC Regent III RT 

    • Leyland Titan 

    • Daimler Fleetline

    Correct Answer
    A. Routemaster 
    Explanation
    The Routemaster double-decker bus, with its open rear platform and distinctive design, became a symbol of London. Its long service from 1956 to 2005 solidified its place in the city's history and popular culture. While the other options were also London buses, none achieved the same iconic status or longevity as the Routemaster.

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  • 14. 

    When was NCP Challenger formed

    • 2005

    • 2003

    • 2002

    • 2001

    • 2000

    Correct Answer
    A. 2005
    Explanation
    The correct answer is 2005. This means that NCP Challenger was formed in the year 2005.

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  • 15. 

    How many Buses does Metroline operate?

    • 1,200

    • 1000

    • 998

    • 2,100

    Correct Answer
    A. 1,200
    Explanation
    Metroline operates 1,200 buses.

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  • 16. 

    Where is their new Garage based?

    • Acton

    • North Acton

    • Behind Willesden Junction

    • Other

    Correct Answer
    A. North Acton
    Explanation
    The correct answer is North Acton. This suggests that their new garage is located in North Acton.

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  • 17. 

    What was the first Company to order the East Lancs Coach Builders?

    • London Sovereign

    • London United

    • CT Plus

    Correct Answer
    A. London Sovereign
    Explanation
    London Sovereign was the first company to order the East Lancs Coach Builders.

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  • 18. 

    What Bus company had an arson attack and had to hire buses form East Thames Buses

    • First London

    • Metrobus

    • Metroline

    • London General

    Correct Answer
    A. First London
    Explanation
    First London had an arson attack and had to hire buses from East Thames Buses.

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  • 19. 

    What is the 266's Route

    • Hammersmith - Cricklewood

    • Hammersmith - Brent Cross

    • Hammersmith - Hendon

    Correct Answer
    A. Hammersmith - Cricklewood
    Explanation
    The correct answer is Hammersmith - Cricklewood. This is the route that the 266 bus takes, starting from Hammersmith and ending at Cricklewood.

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  • 20. 

    Which bank did Stagecoach sell their London operations to?

    • HSBC

    • Barclays

    • Woolwich

    • Austrailian Bank

    Correct Answer
    A. Austrailian Bank
    Explanation
    Stagecoach sold their London operations to an Australian Bank.

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  • 21. 

    What company is currently ordering Scania Omnidekkas?

    • First

    • Metroline

    • London General

    • London Central

    • Travel London

    Correct Answer
    A. Metroline
    Explanation
    Metroline is the correct answer because the question asks which company is currently ordering Scania Omnidekkas. Out of the given options, Metroline is the only company mentioned that is currently ordering these buses. The other options, London General, London Central, and Travel London, are not mentioned as ordering Scania Omnidekkas. Therefore, Metroline is the correct answer.

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  • 22. 

    What is East London's main bus type? 

    • Transbus ALX400

    • Dennis Trident

    • Enviro 400

    Correct Answer
    A. Dennis Trident
    Explanation
    The correct answer is Dennis Trident. The question is asking about the main bus type in East London. The Dennis Trident is a popular bus model that is commonly used in East London for public transportation.

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  • 23. 

    What is Britain's lowest floor Bus?

    • Alexander Dennis Enviro

    • Alexander Dennis Trident/ ALX400

    • Scania Omnidekka

    Correct Answer
    A. Scania Omnidekka
    Explanation
    The Scania Omnidekka is considered Britain's lowest floor bus because it has a low-floor design that allows for easy accessibility for passengers, including those with mobility issues. This design feature eliminates the need for steps or ramps, making it more convenient and inclusive for all passengers.

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  • 24. 

    How many bus Routes have NCP Challenger won to date?

    • 1

    • 2

    • 3

    • 4

    • 5

    Correct Answer
    A. 5
    Explanation
    NCP Challenger has won a total of 5 bus routes to date.

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  • 25. 

    Which is Metroline's newest bus?

    • Man Evoloution

    • Enviro 400

    • Other

    Correct Answer
    A. Other
    Explanation
    The question asks for Metroline's newest bus, and the given options are "Man Evolution," "Enviro 400," and "Other." The correct answer is "Other," which suggests that Metroline has a newer bus that is not listed among the provided options.

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  • 26. 

    What Garage does the route 251 Edgware - Arnos Grove operate out if

    • Edgware

    • Perivale West

    • Perivale East

    • East Lane

    • Harrow Weald

    Correct Answer
    A. East Lane
    Explanation
    The route 251 Edgware - Arnos Grove operates out of East Lane garage.

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  • 27. 

    How Many Transbus Enviros did stagecoach order?

    • 1

    • 2

    • 27

    • 17

    • 4

    Correct Answer
    A. 1
    Explanation
    Stagecoach ordered 1 Transbus Enviros.

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  • 28. 

    Which is East Thames Buses main bus type?

    • Volvo B7L Plaxton President

    • East Lancs Millenium

    • Ceatano Saloon SLF

    • Wright Gemini Eclipse

    • Wright Cadet

    Correct Answer(s)
    A. Volvo B7L Plaxton President
    A. Wright Gemini Eclipse
    Explanation
    The correct answer is Volvo B7L Plaxton President and Wright Gemini Eclipse.

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