Bus from Deepdale to Lea (Preston)
2 direct routes · about 54 min · first bus 05:37, last bus 18:53 (weekdays).
Next buses to Lea (Preston) as of 07:14
Scheduled times at the boarding stop in Deepdale, from the operators' timetables — they update automatically. Open the stop for live tracking.
Direct routes
| Route | Operator | Journey time | Weekday journeys | Days | First | Last | Board at | Get off at | Calls at |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 48 | Preston Bus | ~54 min | 14 | Sat 12 · no Sunday buses | 05:37 | 18:53 | St Anthonys Road (adj) | Police Station (o/s) | Longsands & Sherwood |
| 288 | Preston Bus | ~41 min | 1 | Saturdays only | 17:05 | 17:05 | PNE Stadium (by) | Police Station (opp) | — |
Times are for the first boarding point in Deepdale on each route's weekday timetable — open the route for the full timetable, live map and every stop.
The same number runs elsewhere in the UK — see every 48 bus or 288 bus timetable.
Frequently asked questions
Which bus goes from Deepdale to Lea?
2 routes run directly from Deepdale to Lea: the 48 (Preston Bus), the 288 (Preston Bus). The most frequent is the 48, 14 times each weekday — board at St Anthonys Road (adj) and get off at Police Station (o/s), about 54 minutes.
How long does the bus take from Deepdale to Lea?
Around 54 minutes on the 48, depending on time of day and traffic. It calls at Longsands, Sherwood on the way.
What time is the first and last bus from Deepdale to Lea?
On weekdays the first direct bus leaves around 05:37 and the last around 18:53. Check the route timetables for weekends.
How much is the bus from Deepdale to Lea?
Most single fares in England are capped at £3 until 31 December 2026, then £2 from 1 January 2027.