GoStart Services

GoStart is a local transport service for anyone who is unable to use conventional bus services or other means of transport through disability, isolation, affordability or availability.

A number of services are now available in the Sudbury area, including:

• The Dial-A-Ride service runs on weekdays. Users can be of any age, but must live in the local area and must register. One escort may travel with you, if necessary.
• Mini bus and driver hire service. Local charitable groups and organisations are able to hire a GoStart mini bus and driver to meet their transport needs.
• GoStart vehicles provide access to doctor’s surgeries, clinics, friends, opticians, shopping and other local journeys in and around Sudbury, between 9.15am and 4.45pm.
• New Horisons, day trips to places of interest for those who may otherwise find it difficult to travel and meet people

Charges are fixed according to where you live; the assumption is that your destination is somewhere in the Sudbury area. You will be taken home as well.

Fares depend upon exact locations and the following are indicative only:

• Dial - A - Ride (local journeys within 8 miles of Sudbury): £6 - £8 return (depending on location)
• Longer journey: 70p/mile
• Hospitals fixed fares: £30 (West Suffolk) to £70 (Addenbrookes) includes return if within 90 minutes
• Group hire (up to 16 seats): £75 for half day, £145 for whole day