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 £35 - £85 and takes 4h 53m.

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 31m 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 Piccadilly Gardens. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 53m.

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 £65 - £120.

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 £65 - £120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £85 and takes 4h 53m.

Where does the Cardiff to Oldham bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cardiff to Oldham?

Yes, the driving distance between Cardiff to Oldham is 191 miles. It takes approximately 3h 31m to drive from Cardiff to Oldham.

How do I get a bus ticket from Cardiff to Oldham?

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Where can I stay near Oldham?

There are 3887+ hotels available in Oldham.

Cardiff to Oldham - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 59 bus

There are 4 ways to get from Cardiff to Oldham by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Manchester Piccadillytrain Cardiff Central - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
4h 1m
£69–114
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sophia Gardens to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus Cpa
4h 53m
£35–84
Drive 189.8 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Oldhamcar 189.8 mi
3h 31m
£47–68
Train, bus, line 59 bus
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Birmingham New Streettrain
2. Take the bus from Newhall Street to Shudehill Interchangebus
3. Take the bus from Printworks to Oldham Collegebus 59
5h 38m
£66–94

Cardiff to Oldham by train, foot, and bus

108Weekly Services

4h 1mAverage Duration

£69Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Cardiff to Oldham.

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Distance: 175.9 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 £65–120 and the journey takes 3h 18m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Sophia Gardens to Manchester Central Coach Station twice a week. Tickets cost £30–85 and the journey takes 4h 10m.

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