🚌 Bus from Lea to Cottam
2 direct routes · about 11 min · first bus 05:42, last bus 19:03 (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 | ~11 min | 14 | 05:42 | 19:03 | Dodney Drive (by) |
| 288 | Preston Bus | ~10 min | 1 | 18:20 | 18:20 | The Pig & Whistle (by) |
Times are for the first boarding point in Lea 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 Lea to Cottam?
2 routes run directly from Lea to Cottam: the 48 (Preston Bus), the 288 (Preston Bus).
How long does the bus take from Lea to Cottam?
Around 11 minutes on the 48, depending on time of day and traffic.
What time is the first and last bus from Lea to Cottam?
On weekdays the first direct bus (the 48) leaves around 05:42 and the last around 19:03. Check the route timetable for weekends.
How much is the bus from Lea to Cottam?
Most single fares in England are capped at £3 until 31 December 2026, then £2 from 1 January 2027.