48
Preston City Centre ↔ Lea Bus Times
07:10
122 minLEA Aldfield Avenue 08:1308:10
182 minLEA Aldfield Avenue 09:1309:10
242 minLEA Aldfield Avenue 10:13SATURDAY · 28 services07:10 — 22:47
The 48 bus runs between Preston City Centre and Lea, operated by Rotala Group of Companies. This route has 61 stops. Looking like 14°C and clear for the next bus at 07:10. Pleasant enough for the wait.
Number 48 Bus Timetable
Inbound
Fares & Tickets
Single
£2.20
Return
£3.70
Passes through:
Preston City CentreDeepdaleHolme SlackBrookfieldLongsandsEastwaySharoe GreenSherwoodFulwoodCadleyIngolTantertonCottamLea
Where does the 48 bus stop?
The 48 serves 61 stops passing through Preston City Centre, Deepdale, Holme Slack, Brookfield, Longsands, Eastway, Sharoe Green, Sherwood, Fulwood, Cadley, Ingol, Tanterton, Cottam and Lea. You can find the full list of stops with a route map further up this page.
Does the 48 run on weekends?
Yes, the 48 runs on Saturdays and Sundays. The weekend timetable may have fewer departures than weekdays - use the day tabs above to compare.
Can I use a bus pass on the 48?
Most Rotala Group of Companies services accept concessionary bus passes (including the English National Concessionary Travel Scheme for eligible passengers). Contactless payment is widely accepted. Check with Rotala Group of Companies for specific ticket options on this route.
Does the 48 run on bank holidays?
There is no specific bank holiday timetable listed for the 48. On bank holidays, most operators run a Sunday or reduced service. Contact Rotala Group of Companies to confirm bank holiday arrangements.
Sources:
Bus Open Data Service (BODS) for timetable and route data · BODS Fares API for fare data
NOC: DIAM, GTRI, PBLT, WNGS
Valid from 03 Nov 2025
Source: Bus Open Data Service
· Last updated: 28 Mar 2026
This route serves 61 bus stops across 14 areas.