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

The cheapest way to get from Cheltenham to Oldham is to bus which costs £22 - £35 and takes 3h 58m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cheltenham to Oldham is to drive which takes 2h 28m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Cheltenham and Oldham?

No, there is no direct bus from Cheltenham to Oldham. However, there are services departing from Cheltenham Racecourse and arriving at Barn Street via Piccadilly Gardens. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 58m.

How far is it from Cheltenham to Oldham?

The distance between Cheltenham and Oldham is 135 miles. The road distance is 133.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Cheltenham to Oldham without a car is to train which takes 3h 3m and costs £24 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 3h 3m to get from Cheltenham to Oldham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cheltenham to Oldham bus from?

Cheltenham to Oldham bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Cheltenham Racecourse station.

Train or bus from Cheltenham to Oldham?

The best way to get from Cheltenham to Oldham is to train which takes 3h 3m and costs £24 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £22 - £35 and takes 3h 58m.

Where does the Cheltenham to Oldham bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cheltenham to Oldham?

Yes, the driving distance between Cheltenham to Oldham is 133 miles. It takes approximately 2h 28m to drive from Cheltenham to Oldham.

Where can I stay near Oldham?

There are 3695+ hotels available in Oldham.

Cheltenham to Oldham - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Cheltenham to Oldham by train, bus, 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.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Manchester Piccadillytrain Bristol Temple Meads - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
3h 3m
£24–180
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Birmingham New Streettrain Bristol Temple Meads - Stockport / ...
2. Take the bus from Newhall St to Shudehill Interchangebus Uk030 / ...
3h 53m
£17–61
Drive 132.6 mi
1. Drive from Cheltenham to Oldhamcar 132.6 mi
2h 28m
£33–47
Bus
1. Take the bus from Cheltenham Racecourse to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus Cf8
3h 58m
£22–35

Cheltenham to Oldham by train, foot, and bus

72Weekly Services

3h 3mAverage Duration

£24Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Cheltenham to Oldham.

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Distance: 133.8 mi
Duration: 3h 3m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Cheltenham Spa to Manchester Piccadilly every 3 hours. Tickets cost £24–180 and the journey takes 2h 19m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Cheltenham Racecourse to Manchester Central Coach Station once daily. Tickets cost £22–35 and the journey takes 3h 15m.

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