The average train between Workington and Oldham takes 4h 34m and the fastest train takes 3h 28m. There is a train service every few hours from Workington 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 Workington and Oldham. The earliest departure is at 5:47 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Workington is at 10:27 PM which arrives into Oldham at 9:11 AM. All services require a transfer at Carlisle and take an average of 4h 34m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Workington 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 Workington to Oldham. However, there are services departing from Workington station and arriving at Oldham station via Carlisle. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 34m.
Workington to Oldham train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Workington station.
Workington to Oldham train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.
The distance between Workington and Oldham is 153.8 km. The road distance is 260 km.
You can take a train from Workington to Oldham King Street via Carlisle, Manchester Piccadilly, and St Peter's Square in around 4h 22m.