The average train between Cheltenham and Oldham takes 3h 8m and the fastest train takes 3h 7m. The train service runs several times per day from Cheltenham to Oldham. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 3 hours between Cheltenham and Oldham. The earliest departure is at 7:40 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Cheltenham is at 6:40 PM which arrives into Oldham at 10:03 PM. All services require a transfer at Manchester Piccadilly and take an average of 3h 8m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Cheltenham to Oldham? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Cheltenham to Oldham. However, there are services departing from Cheltenham station and arriving at Oldham station via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 8m.
Cheltenham to Oldham train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Cheltenham Spa station.
Cheltenham to Oldham train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.
The distance between Cheltenham and Oldham is 182.4 km. The road distance is 216 km.
Cross Country operates a train from Cheltenham Spa to Manchester Piccadilly every 3 hours. Tickets cost £65–95 and the journey takes 2h 19m.