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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Oldham is to bus which costs £13 - £45 and takes 6h 49m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Oldham is to drive which takes 3h 29m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Oldham?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Oldham. However, there are services departing from Sophia Gardens and arriving at Barn Street via Birmingham Coach Station and Piccadilly Gardens. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 12m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Oldham?

The distance between Cardiff and Oldham is 177 miles. The road distance is 190.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Oldham without a car is to train which takes 4h 1m and costs £45 - £85.

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

It takes approximately 4h 1m to get from Cardiff to Oldham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Oldham bus from?

Cardiff to Oldham bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Sophia Gardens station.

Train or bus from Cardiff to Oldham?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Oldham is to train which takes 4h 1m and costs £45 - £85. Alternatively, you can bus via Birmingham, which costs £20 - £65 and takes 6h 12m.

Where does the Cardiff to Oldham bus arrive?

Cardiff to Oldham bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Can I drive from Cardiff to Oldham?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Oldham is 191 miles. It takes approximately 3h 29m to drive from Cardiff to Oldham.

Where can I stay near Oldham?

There are 3648+ hotels available in Oldham.

Cardiff to Oldham - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 5 ways to get from Cardiff to Oldham by train, bus, car, or plane

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

Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Manchester PiccadillyCardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
4h 1m
£45–85
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kingsway GD to Bus StationUk940 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Shudehill InterchangeUk071
6h 49m
£14–41
Bus via Birmingham
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Birmingham Coach Station111 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Manchester Central Coach Station120 / ...
6h 12m
£20–63
Drive 189.8 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Oldham189.8 mi
3h 29m
£48–70
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meads
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Manchester Airport (MAN)BRS - MAN
6h 26m
£81–194

Cardiff to Oldham by train, foot, and bus

112Weekly Services

4h 1mAverage Duration

£45Cheapest Price

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Distance: 175.8 mi
Duration: 4h 1m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Oldham, England?

Transport for Wales operates a train from Cardiff Central to Manchester Piccadilly hourly. Tickets cost £45–85 and the journey takes 3h 18m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sophia Gardens to Barn Street via Birmingham Coach Station, Manchester Central Coach Station, and Piccadilly Gardens in around 6h 12m.

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