🚌 Bus from Cottam to Lea
2 direct routes · about 13 min · first bus 06:18, last bus 19:37 (weekdays).
💷 Single fares on this journey are capped at £3 on participating routes
(England cap, until 31 Dec 2026 — then £2). Details →
Direct routes
| Route | Operator | Journey time | Weekday journeys | First | Last | Board at |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 48 | Preston Bus | ~13 min | 14 | 06:18 | 19:37 | Ancient Oak (by) |
| 288 | Preston Bus | ~10 min | 1 | 22:35 | 22:35 | Ancient Oak (by) |
Times are for the first boarding point in Cottam on each route's weekday timetable — open the route for the full timetable, live map and every stop.
Frequently asked questions
Which bus goes from Cottam to Lea?
2 routes run directly from Cottam to Lea: the 48 (Preston Bus), the 288 (Preston Bus).
How long does the bus take from Cottam to Lea?
Around 13 minutes on the 48, depending on time of day and traffic.
What time is the first and last bus from Cottam to Lea?
On weekdays the first direct bus (the 48) leaves around 06:18 and the last around 19:37. Check the route timetable for weekends.
How much is the bus from Cottam to Lea?
Most single fares in England are capped at £3 until 31 December 2026, then £2 from 1 January 2027.