The average train between Scotland and Oldham takes 4h 15m and the fastest train takes 3h 53m. There is a train service every few hours from Scotland 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 Scotland and Oldham. The earliest departure is at 4:28 AM at night, and the last departure from Scotland is at 8:06 PM which arrives into Oldham at 6:33 AM. All services require a transfer at Manchester Piccadilly and take an average of 4h 15m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


3h 53m • 2 changes


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3h 59m • 2 changes


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4h 15m • 2 changes


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4h 15m • 2 changes


4h 4m • 2 changes
Want to know about travelling from Scotland 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 Scotland to Oldham. However, there are services departing from Scotland station and arriving at Oldham station via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 15m.
Scotland to Oldham train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Glasgow Central station.
Scotland to Oldham train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.
The distance between Scotland and Oldham is 382.5 km. The road distance is 368 km.
TransPennine Express operates a train from Glasgow Central to Manchester Piccadilly every 4 hours. Tickets cost £80–140 and the journey takes 3h 17m.