🚌 Bus from Cottam to Preston City Centre
3 direct routes · about 22 min · first bus 06:05, last bus 23:39 (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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 43 | Preston Bus | ~22 min | 42 | 06:05 | 23:39 | Miller Lane (by) |
| 44 | Preston Bus | ~29 min | 38 | 06:34 | 22:09 | Miller Lane (by) |
| 48 | Preston Bus | ~56 min | 14 | 05:52 | 19:14 | The Ancient Oak (opp) |
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 Preston City Centre?
3 routes run directly from Cottam to Preston City Centre: the 43 (Preston Bus), the 44 (Preston Bus), the 48 (Preston Bus).
How long does the bus take from Cottam to Preston City Centre?
Around 22 minutes on the 43, depending on time of day and traffic.
What time is the first and last bus from Cottam to Preston City Centre?
On weekdays the first direct bus (the 43) leaves around 06:05 and the last around 23:39. Check the route timetable for weekends.
How much is the bus from Cottam to Preston City Centre?
Most single fares in England are capped at £3 until 31 December 2026, then £2 from 1 January 2027.