The average train between Gateshead and Oldham takes 3h 3m and the fastest train takes 2h 46m. There is a train service every few hours from Gateshead 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 hourly between Gateshead and Oldham. The earliest departure is at 4:21 AM at night, and the last departure from Gateshead is at 9:02 PM which arrives into Oldham at 6:33 AM. All services require a transfer at Manchester Victoria and take an average of 3h 3m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

3h 27m • 1 change

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3h 22m • 1 change

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No, there is no direct train from Gateshead to Oldham. However, there are services departing from Gateshead station and arriving at Oldham station via Manchester Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 3m.
Gateshead to Oldham train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Newcastle station.
Gateshead to Oldham train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Manchester Victoria station.
The distance between Gateshead and Oldham is 161.6 km. The road distance is 248 km.
TransPennine Express operates a train from Newcastle to Manchester Victoria hourly. Tickets cost £50–90 and the journey takes 2h 16m.