48
Preston – Fulwood & Lea
via Tanterton, Eastway
Preston Bus First 05:31 Last 22:47Every day
Route 48 runs between Preston and Fulwood & Lea via Tanterton, Eastway. See the full timetable, stops and live buses.
Quick departures
Live departures from key stops on this route
| Stop | Towards Preston Bus Stn | Towards Royal Preston Hospital |
|---|---|---|
| Watling Street Road | No more today | 4819:3320:0321:03and more |
| Sorting Office | 4819:4020:1020:55and more | 4819:4320:1321:13and more |
| Ramsey Avenue | 4819:5220:2221:07and more | 4819:3120:0121:01and more |
| Gardner Street | 4819:3320:0320:33and more | 4819:4920:4921:49and more |
Route stops
All stops on the route towards Lea, Aldfield Avenue
StopApprox. time
Frequently asked questions about the 48
- What time is the first and last 48 bus?
- The first 48 of the day departs at 05:31 and the last one departs at 22:47. These are the scheduled departure times of the first and last journeys, which may start from either end of the route — check the timetable above for times at your own stop.
- Does the 48 bus run at weekends?
- Yes. The 48 runs seven days a week, including Saturdays and Sundays. Sunday and bank holiday timetables are usually less frequent than weekdays, so check the times above before travelling.
- How long does the 48 bus take?
- A full end-to-end journey on the 48 takes about 47 minutes between Preston and Fulwood & Lea, running via Tanterton and Eastway. Allow extra time at peak periods — this is the scheduled running time, not a guarantee.
- Who operates the 48 bus?
- The 48 is operated by Preston Bus. For tickets, fares, lost property or complaints about a journey you need to contact them directly — we're an independent service and can't help with those.
Timetable data from the Bus Open Data Service (BODS), Department for Transport. Live positions from operator vehicle feeds. Times are subject to change.