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

The cheapest way to get from Barnstaple to Oldham is to bus via Oldham College which costs £30 - £65 and takes 9h 36m.

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

The fastest way to get from Barnstaple to Oldham is to drive which takes 4h 32m and costs £60 - £95.

Is there a direct bus between Barnstaple and Oldham?

No, there is no direct bus from Barnstaple station to Oldham. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Oldham College via Bus Station and Printworks. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 36m.

Is there a direct train between Barnstaple and Oldham?

No, there is no direct train from Barnstaple to Oldham. However, there are services departing from Barnstaple and arriving at Oldham King Street via Exeter St Davids, Birmingham New Street and St Peter's Square. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 45m.

How far is it from Barnstaple to Oldham?

The distance between Barnstaple and Oldham is 295 miles. The road distance is 260.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Barnstaple to Oldham without a car is to train via Birmingham which takes 6h 45m and costs £55 - £210.

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

It takes approximately 6h 45m to get from Barnstaple to Oldham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Barnstaple to Oldham bus from?

Barnstaple to Oldham bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Barnstaple to Oldham train from?

Barnstaple to Oldham train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Barnstaple station.

Train or bus from Barnstaple to Oldham?

The best way to get from Barnstaple to Oldham is to train via Birmingham which takes 6h 45m and costs £55 - £210. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £65 and takes 9h 6m.

Where does the Barnstaple to Oldham bus arrive?

Barnstaple to Oldham bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Barnstaple to Oldham train arrive?

Barnstaple to Oldham train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Exeter St Davids station.

Can I drive from Barnstaple to Oldham?

Yes, the driving distance between Barnstaple to Oldham is 260 miles. It takes approximately 4h 32m to drive from Barnstaple to Oldham.

Where can I stay near Oldham?

There are 3703+ hotels available in Oldham.

Barnstaple to Oldham - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 6 ways to get from Barnstaple to Oldham by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train via Birmingham
best
1. Take the train from Barnstaple to Exeter St Davidstrain
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Birmingham New Streettrain
3. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Manchester Piccadillytrain
6h 45m
£58–208
Bus via Oldham College
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 502
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Shudehill Interchangebus Uk071
9h 36m
£31–61
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Bus Stationbus 502
2. Take the bus from Bristol Bus Station to Manchester, Shudehill Interchangebus Uk071
9h 6m
£33–65
Drive 258.8 mi
1. Drive from Barnstaple to Oldhamcar 258.8 mi
4h 32m
£63–91
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Barnstaple to Exeter St Davidstrain
2. Fly from Exeter (EXT) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane EXT - MAN
5h 11m
£87–275
Train
1. Take the train from Barnstaple to Exeter St Davidstrain
2. Take the train from Exeter St Davids to Newport (S Wales)train
3. Take the train from Newport (S Wales) to Manchester Piccadillytrain
8h 40m
£89–164

Barnstaple to Oldham by train, foot, and tram

117Weekly Services

6h 45mAverage Duration

£58Cheapest Price

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Distance: 293 mi
Duration: 6h 45m

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

You can take a train from Barnstaple to Oldham King Street via Exeter St Davids, Birmingham New Street, Manchester Piccadilly, and St Peter's Square in around 6h 45m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Bus Station to Oldham King Street via Bristol Bus Station, Manchester, Shudehill Interchange, and Exchange Square in around 9h 6m.

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