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

The cheapest way to get from Chester to Oldham is to drive which costs £12 - £18 and takes 53 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Chester to Oldham is to drive which takes 53 min and costs £12 - £18.

Is there a direct bus between Chester and Oldham?

No, there is no direct bus from Chester to Oldham. However, there are services departing from Chester Bus Interchange and arriving at Barn Street via Liverpool, Liverpool One and Piccadilly Gardens. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 16m.

Is there a direct train between Chester and Oldham?

No, there is no direct train from Chester to Oldham. However, there are services departing from Chester and arriving at Oldham King Street via Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 21m.

How far is it from Chester to Oldham?

The distance between Chester and Oldham is 47 miles. The road distance is 50.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Chester to Oldham without a car is to train and tram which takes 1h 21m and costs £17 - £35.

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

It takes approximately 1h 21m to get from Chester to Oldham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chester to Oldham bus from?

Chester to Oldham bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Chester Bus Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Chester to Oldham train from?

Chester to Oldham train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Chester station.

Where does the Chester to Oldham bus arrive?

Chester to Oldham bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Liverpool, Liverpool One station.

Where does the Chester to Oldham train arrive?

Chester to Oldham train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Manchester Victoria station.

Can I drive from Chester to Oldham?

Yes, the driving distance between Chester to Oldham is 50 miles. It takes approximately 53 min to drive from Chester to Oldham.

Where can I stay near Oldham?

There are 3897+ hotels available in Oldham.

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

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

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Train, tram
best
1. Take the train from Chester to Manchester Victoriatrain Chester - Leeds / ...
2. Take the tram from Victoria to Oldham King Streettram Pink Line
1h 21m
£18–32
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Chester Bus Interchange to Liverpool, Liverpool Onebus Ukn21 / ...
2. Take the bus from Liverpool, Liverpool One to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 170 / ...
3h 16m
£13–28
Train, line 59 bus
1. Take the train from Chester to Manchester Oxford Roadtrain Holyhead - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the bus from Piccadilly Gardens to Oldham Collegebus 59
2h 20m
£18–28
Drive 50.1 mi
1. Drive from Chester to Oldhamcar 50.1 mi
53 min
£13–18

Chester to Oldham by train and tram

102Weekly Services

1h 21mAverage Duration

£18Cheapest Price

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Distance: 46.3 mi
Duration: 1h 21m

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

You can take a bus from Chester Bus Interchange to Barn Street via Liverpool, Liverpool One, Manchester Central Coach Station, and Piccadilly Gardens in around 3h 16m.

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