- More direct and faster travel times
- The route operates clockwise in the morning via Upper Burnie, Montello and West Park Grove
- The route operates an anti-clockwise direction in the afternoon via West Park Grove, Montello and Upper Burnie
- There are two hourly services on weekdays
- On weekends, Montello passengers can catch the Route 196 from Hillcrest. Park Grove passengers can walk to West Park Grove to catch the Route 194/195 services.