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 - £40 and takes 7h 9m.

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 Kingsway GD and arriving at Oldham College via Bus Station and Printworks. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 9m.

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 5m and costs £45 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 4h 5m 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 FlixBus, depart from Kingsway GD station.

Train or bus from Cardiff to Oldham?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Oldham is to train which takes 4h 5m and costs £45 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £13 - £40 and takes 7h 9m.

Where does the Cardiff to Oldham bus arrive?

Cardiff to Oldham bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bus 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 3656+ 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 5m
£45–110
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kingsway GD to Bus StationUk940 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Shudehill InterchangeUk071
7h 9m
£14–36
Drive 189.8 mi
1. Drive from Cardiff to Oldham189.8 mi
3h 29m
£47–68
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 28m
£82–199
Train via Bristol
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol ParkwaySwansea - London Paddington / ...
2. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Manchester PiccadillyBristol Temple Meads - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
5h 14m
£37–146

Cardiff to Oldham by train, foot, and bus

112Weekly Services

4h 5mAverage Duration

£45Cheapest Price

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Distance: 175.8 mi
Duration: 4h 5m

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 £45–110 and the journey takes 3h 19m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kingsway GD to Oldham College via Bus Station, Shudehill Interchange, and Printworks in around 7h 9m.

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