BUSWAYS TRAVEL SERVICES LIMITED

PaymentCheck Score 2025
60Fair
4.1vs last year
#3087 in UK
#176 in Road Travel
#230 in North West

Company Information

Company Number
02295227
Registered Address
One Stockport Exchange, 20 Railway Road, Stockport, United Kingdom, SK1 3SW
Status
Active
Employee Count
1,117
Turnover
£64,156,000
EBITDA
£9,229,000

Additional Details

Company Type
Private limited Company
Incorporated On
12 September 1988
Nature of Business
49319 - Other urban, suburban or metropolitan passenger land transport (not underground, metro or similar)
Industries
Road Travel
Region
North West

Time to Pay

Average Time to Pay
39 days
Shortest Period:7 days
Longest Period:60 days
Max Contractual:60 days

Payment Timeline

Within 30 Days
28%
31-60 Days
69%
After 60 Days
3%
Not Paid Within Terms6%

Payment Features

Participates in Codes✗ No
E-Invoicing✗ No
Supply Chain Finance✗ No

Payment Score History

Excellent (80+) Good (60-79) Fair (40-59) Poor (20-39) Very Poor (<20)

Company Review

Trend Analysis

BUSWAYS TRAVEL SERVICES LIMITED consistently settles invoices within a moderate timeframe, with a significant 69% of payments occurring between 31 and 60 days. The average payment time of 39 days further reinforces a predictable trend of settling beyond standard 30-day terms but generally within a two-month window. The low 3% of payments exceeding 60 days suggests extreme delays are infrequent.

Volatility Analysis

Payment reliability for BUSWAYS TRAVEL SERVICES LIMITED appears good, as 69% of payments consistently fall within the 31-60 day range, suggesting predictable cash flow for suppliers. The low 6% late payment rate and minimal 3% exceeding 60 days indicate low volatility and a reduced risk of unexpected, significant delays. Suppliers can generally anticipate payments around the 39-day average, offering a degree of predictability.

Summary Analysis

Suppliers should anticipate payments from BUSWAYS TRAVEL SERVICES LIMITED to consistently arrive around the 39-day mark, extending beyond standard 30-day terms. While the low 6% late rate minimizes significant payment risk, suppliers should factor this extended payment cycle into their financial planning and cash flow projections. Consider setting payment terms that align with a 45-day window to manage expectations effectively.

Performance Reports History

Reporting Period Filed: 2025-06-01
Reporting PeriodFiling DateAverage Time to Pay (days)Paid within 30 daysPaid 31-60 daysPaid after 60 daysNot Paid within Terms
28 Oct 2024 - 03 May 202501 Jun 20253928%69%3%6%
28 Apr 2024 - 27 Oct 202425 Nov 20243634%64%2%4%
31 Oct 2023 - 27 Apr 202427 May 20243435%62%2%4%
30 Apr 2023 - 30 Oct 202323 Nov 20233642%55%3%6%
01 Nov 2022 - 29 Apr 202329 May 20232861%37%2%5%
01 May 2022 - 31 Oct 202225 Nov 20222861%38%1%2%
02 Nov 2021 - 30 Apr 202230 May 20223153%46%1%2%
02 May 2021 - 01 Nov 202130 Nov 20213448%51%1%2%
03 Nov 2020 - 01 May 202131 May 20213543%51%6%8%
03 May 2020 - 02 Nov 202022 Dec 20203834%57%9%13%
27 Oct 2019 - 02 May 202023 Jun 20203837%60%3%8%
28 Apr 2019 - 26 Oct 201926 Nov 20193548%50%2%3%
31 Oct 2018 - 27 Apr 201929 May 20193052%46%2%4%
29 Apr 2018 - 30 Oct 201830 Nov 20183147%52%1%3%
01 Nov 2017 - 28 Apr 201829 May 20182760%38%2%2%
30 Apr 2017 - 30 Oct 201729 Nov 20173449%49%2%3%

Payment Time Trends

Payment Distribution Trends

Invoice Payment Practices

This information is as reported by the business, and responses are in their own words.

Payment Terms

Standard payment terms

It is the Company’s policy to agree appropriate terms of payment with suppliers for each transaction or series of transactions, and to abide by those terms based on the timely submission of satisfactory invoices. The Company normally settles trade payables on 30 day terms, however variations to these terms do exist based on agreements with certain suppliers.

Were there any changes to the standard payment terms in the reporting period?

No information available

Any other information about payment terms

No additional information

Maximum contractual payment period agreed

60

Dispute Resolution Process

The Company is committed to dealing with its suppliers in a fair, honest and professional manner while seeking best value for the business. We seek to resolve queries as quickly as possible to everyone’s satisfaction prior to payment being made. In the event that a dispute cannot be resolved by our Accounts Payable team, it would escalated in the first instance to the relevant Head of Department to seek a resolution.

Other Payment Information

Has this business signed up to a code of conduct or standards on payment practices?

For example, signatories to The Prompt Payment Code must commit to paying 95% of their invoices within 60 days.

Does this business offer e-invoicing in relation to qualifying contracts?

This is where suppliers can electronically submit and track invoices. It's not just allowing suppliers to email them an invoice.

Does this business offer supply chain finance?

This is where a supplier who has submitted an invoice can be paid by a third-party finance provider earlier than the agreed payment date. The business would then pay the finance provider the invoiced sum.

Under its payment practices and policies, can this business deduct sums from payments under qualifying contracts as a charge for remaining on a supplier list?

During the reporting period, did the business deduct sums from payments as a charge for remaining on a supplier list?

No information available

Company Summary

BUSWAYS TRAVEL SERVICES LIMITED is an active private limited company operating within the travel and transport sector. Its name indicates a specialisation in bus-related travel services.

The company was incorporated on 12 September 1988, holding company number 02295227. It is registered in the North West, with its registered office located at One Stockport Exchange, 20 Railway Road, Stockport, United Kingdom, SK1 3SW.

In the UK, companies specialising in busways and travel services commonly offer a range of transport solutions. These typically encompass scheduled bus services, private coach hire for various occasions, and organised travel packages or excursions.

Financial Metrics

Cash
£697,000
Net Worth
£37,000,000
Total Current Assets
£36,800,000
Total Current Liabilities
£9,300,000

Company Location