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

The cheapest way to get from Falkirk to Oldham is to bus which costs £30 - £55 and takes 6h 22m.

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

The fastest way to get from Falkirk to Oldham is to drive which takes 4h 10m and costs £50 - £80.

Is there a direct bus between Falkirk and Oldham?

No, there is no direct bus from Falkirk to Oldham. However, there are services departing from St Andrew`s Church and arriving at Barn Street via Buchanan Bus Station, Shudehill Interchange and Piccadilly Gardens. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 22m.

Is there a direct train between Falkirk and Oldham?

No, there is no direct train from Falkirk to Oldham. However, there are services departing from Falkirk Grahamston and arriving at Oldham King Street via Haymarket, Piccadilly and Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 18m.

How far is it from Falkirk to Oldham?

The distance between Falkirk and Oldham is 253 miles. The road distance is 214.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Falkirk to Oldham without a car is to train which takes 5h 18m and costs £85 - £170.

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

It takes approximately 5h 18m to get from Falkirk to Oldham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Falkirk to Oldham bus from?

Falkirk to Oldham bus services, operated by Midland Bluebird, depart from St Andrew`s Church station.

Where do I catch the Falkirk to Oldham train from?

Falkirk to Oldham train services, operated by Caledonian Sleeper, depart from Falkirk Grahamston station.

Train, bus or fly from Falkirk to Oldham?

The best way to get from Falkirk to Oldham is to train which takes 5h 18m and costs £85 - £170. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £55 and takes 6h 22m, you could also fly, which costs £65 - £170 and takes 5h 43m.

Where does the Falkirk to Oldham bus arrive?

Falkirk to Oldham bus services, operated by Midland Bluebird, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Falkirk to Oldham train arrive?

Falkirk to Oldham train services, operated by Caledonian Sleeper, arrive at Preston station.

Can I drive from Falkirk to Oldham?

Yes, the driving distance between Falkirk to Oldham is 214 miles. It takes approximately 4h 10m to drive from Falkirk to Oldham.

How do I get a train ticket from Falkirk to Oldham?

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Where can I stay near Oldham?

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Falkirk to Oldham - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 8 ways to get from Falkirk to Oldham by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Haymarket to Manchester Piccadillytrain Edinburgh - Manchester Airport / ...
5h 18m
£86–167
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from St Andrew`s Church to Buchanan Bus Stationbus X37 / ...
2. Take the bus from Buchanan Bus Station to Shudehill Interchangebus Ukn30 / ...
6h 22m
£32–51
Drive 212.9 mi
1. Drive from Falkirk to Oldhamcar 212.9 mi
4h 10m
£53–77
Fly Edinburgh Airport to Manchester Airport
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane EDI - MAN
5h 43m
£65–169
Train via Preston
1. Take the train from Falkirk Grahamston to Prestontrain Inverness - London Euston
2. Take the train from Preston to Deansgatetrain Blackpool North - Manchester Airport / ...
5h 33m
£76–130
Fly Glasgow Airport to Manchester Airport
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane GLA - MAN
5h 56m
£58–184
Fly Edinburgh Airport to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Fly from Edinburgh Airport (EDI) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)plane EDI - BHX
2. Take the train from Birmingham International to Manchester Piccadillytrain
6h 12m
£85–194
Fly Glasgow Airport to Birmingham Airport, train
1. Fly from Glasgow Airport (GLA) to Birmingham Airport (BHX)plane GLA - BHX
2. Take the train from Birmingham International to Manchester Piccadillytrain
6h 15m
£72–189

Falkirk to Oldham by train and tram

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5h 18mAverage Duration

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Distance: 251.8 mi
Duration: 5h 18m

What companies run services between Falkirk, Scotland and Oldham, England?

TransPennine Express operates a train from Haymarket to Manchester Piccadilly every 4 hours. Tickets cost £75–140 and the journey takes 3h 9m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from St Andrew`s Church to Barn Street via Buchanan Bus Station, Shudehill Interchange, and Piccadilly Gardens in around 6h 22m.

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