Global travel tech brand FlixBus is expanding its partnership with Dorset-based operator Excelsior in 2027, with nine brand new coaches joining the UK network next year.
Excelsior will add nine brand new fully FlixBus branded Irizar i6s integral vehicles, taking its express coach operation with the brand to 14 vehicles.
David Lee-Kong, Commercial Director at Excelsior, said: “Our FlixBus operation has gone from strength to strength since we launched in 2025, and the additional vehicles are a clear sign of the success we’ve seen in partnership.
“The expansion will bring new jobs to both Poole and Southampton, and we look forward to welcoming drivers over the coming months.”
The growing network reflects the ongoing success of the collaboration, which brought FlixBus coach services to the South of England for the first time in May 2025.
Services between Southampton, Poole, Bournemouth, Heathrow and London are expected to expand for the second year in a row.
FlixBus Managing Director Shamil Maindiratta added: “Excelsior has been a brilliant operator partner, delivering a high quality express coach network for the South Coast and building a customer base who love to travel by FlixBus.
“2027 is set to be our best yet, with expansion of key routes on our network offering even more options for passengers looking for our comfortable, affordable and reliable services.”
FlixBus has continued to grow at a record pace since entering the UK market in 2021 and now serves over 100 destinations across the country.
Excelsior, part of the Go Ahead Group, provides corporate and private hire, school transport and coach trips.
The company is currently recruiting for around 25 drivers across Poole, Bournemouth and Southampton. Full training can be provided to those without a driving licence.
To learn more and apply, visit https://www.morebus.co.uk/flixbusdriver or https://www.bluestarbus.co.uk/flixbusdriver
