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

The cheapest way to get from Castlefield to Oldham is to drive which costs £2 - £3 and takes 19 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Castlefield to Oldham is to taxi which takes 19 min and costs £20 - £24.

Is there a direct bus between Castlefield and Oldham?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Manchester Central Coach Station station and arriving at Middleton Road. Services depart every three hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 38 min.

Is there a direct train between Castlefield and Oldham?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Deansgate-Castlefield and arriving at Oldham King Street. Services depart every five minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 34 min.

How far is it from Castlefield to Oldham?

The distance between Castlefield and Oldham is 8 miles. The road distance is 8.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Castlefield to Oldham without a car is to tram which takes 34 min and costs £2 - £4.

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

The tram from Deansgate-Castlefield to Oldham King Street takes 34 min including transfers and departs every five minutes.

Where do I catch the Castlefield to Oldham bus from?

Castlefield to Oldham bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Castlefield to Oldham train from?

Castlefield to Oldham train services, operated by Metrolink, depart from Deansgate-Castlefield station.

Where does the Castlefield to Oldham bus arrive?

Castlefield to Oldham bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Middleton Road station.

Where does the Castlefield to Oldham train arrive?

Castlefield to Oldham train services, operated by Metrolink, arrive at Oldham King Street station.

Can I drive from Castlefield to Oldham?

Yes, the driving distance between Castlefield to Oldham is 8 miles. It takes approximately 19 min to drive from Castlefield to Oldham.

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

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Where can I stay near Oldham?

There are 3648+ hotels available in Oldham.

Castlefield to Oldham - 5 ways to travel via tram, line 171 bus, taxi, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Castlefield to Oldham by tram, bus, taxi, or car

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

Tram
best
1. Take the tram from Deansgate-Castlefield to Oldham King StreetPink Line
34 min
£2–4
Line 171 bus
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Middleton Road171
38 min
£13–19
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Castlefield to Oldham8.1 mi
19 min
£20–24
Drive 8.1 mi
1. Drive from Castlefield to Oldham8.1 mi
19 min
£2–3
Line 83 bus
1. Take the bus from Piccadilly Gardens to Barn Street84 / ...
42 min

Castlefield to Oldham by tram

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Distance: 7.8 mi
Duration: 34 min

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

Metrolink operates a vehicle from Deansgate-Castlefield to Oldham King Street every 5 minutes. Tickets cost £2–4 and the journey takes 34 min. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Middleton Road every 3 hours. Tickets cost £13–19 and the journey takes 38 min.

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