What is the cheapest way to get from Barnsley to Oldham?

The cheapest way to get from Barnsley to Oldham is to drive which costs £7 - £11 and takes 49 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Barnsley to Oldham?

The fastest way to get from Barnsley to Oldham is to drive which takes 49 min and costs £7 - £11.

Is there a direct train between Barnsley and Oldham?

No, there is no direct train from Barnsley to Oldham. However, there are services departing from Barnsley and arriving at Oldham King Street via Huddersfield and Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 55m.

How far is it from Barnsley to Oldham?

The distance between Barnsley and Oldham is 53 miles. The road distance is 30.3 miles.

How do I travel from Barnsley to Oldham without a car?

The best way to get from Barnsley to Oldham without a car is to train and tram which takes 1h 55m and costs £15 - £40.

How long does it take to get from Barnsley to Oldham?

It takes approximately 1h 55m to get from Barnsley to Oldham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Barnsley to Oldham train from?

Barnsley to Oldham train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Barnsley station.

Where does the Barnsley to Oldham train arrive?

Barnsley to Oldham train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Huddersfield station.

Can I drive from Barnsley to Oldham?

Yes, the driving distance between Barnsley to Oldham is 30 miles. It takes approximately 49 min to drive from Barnsley to Oldham.

Where can I stay near Oldham?

There are 3665+ hotels available in Oldham.

Barnsley to Oldham - 4 ways to travel via train, tram, line 184 bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Barnsley to Oldham by train, tram, bus, car, or taxi

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train, tram
best
1. Take the train from Barnsley to Huddersfield
2. Take the train from Huddersfield to Manchester Victoria
3. Take the tram from Victoria to Oldham King Street
1h 55m
£16–39
Drive 30.1 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Barnsley to Oldham30.1 mi
49 min
£8–11
Train, line 184 bus
1. Take the train from Barnsley to HuddersfieldSheffield - Huddersfield / ...
2. Take the bus from Huddersfield Bus Station to Oldham Bus Station184
2h 54m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Barnsley to Oldham30.1 mi
49 min
£60–80

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Barnsley to Oldham.

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Distance: 52.6 mi
Duration: 1h 55m

What companies run services between Barnsley, England and Oldham, England?

There is no direct connection from Barnsley to Oldham. However, you can take the train to Huddersfield, take the train to Manchester Victoria, walk to Victoria, then take the vehicle to Oldham King Street. Alternatively, you can take a train from Barnsley to Oldham Bus Station via Huddersfield and Huddersfield Bus Station in around 2h 54m.

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