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

The cheapest way to get from London to Oldham is to bus via Manchester Central Coach Station which costs £8 - £50 and takes 5h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from London to Oldham is to train which takes 2h 55m and costs £35 - £180.

Is there a direct bus between London and Oldham?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from London Victoria and arriving at Oldham Bus Station station. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 30m.

How far is it from London to Oldham?

The distance between London and Oldham is 191 miles. The road distance is 188 miles.

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

The best way to get from London to Oldham without a car is to train which takes 2h 55m and costs £35 - £180.

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

It takes approximately 2h 55m to get from London to Oldham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the London to Oldham bus from?

London to Oldham bus services, operated by National Express, depart from London Victoria station.

Train or bus from London to Oldham?

The best way to get from London to Oldham is to train which takes 2h 55m and costs £35 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus via Manchester Central Coach Station, which costs £8 - £50 and takes 5h 18m.

Where does the London to Oldham bus arrive?

London to Oldham bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Oldham Bus Station.

Can I drive from London to Oldham?

Yes, the driving distance between London to Oldham is 188 miles. It takes approximately 3h 53m to drive from London to Oldham.

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

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Where can I stay near Oldham?

There are 383+ hotels available in Oldham.

London to Oldham - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, plane, and tram

There are 7 ways to get from London to Oldham by train, bus, car, plane, or tram

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 London Euston to Manchester Piccadillytrain London Euston - Manchester Piccadilly
2h 55m
£35–180
Bus via Manchester Central Coach Station
cheapest
1. Take the bus from London Victoria to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 540 / ...
5h 18m
£8–50
Drive 186.9 mi
1. Drive from London to Oldhamcar 186.9 mi
3h 53m
£46–66
Fly from London Heathrow Airport, tram
1. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
2. Take the tram from Deansgate-Castlefield to Oldham King Streettram
3h 36m
£66–228
Bus
1. Take the bus from London Victoria to Oldham Bus Stationbus 540
5h 30m
£19–50
Bus #2
1. Take the bus from London Victoria to Shudehill Interchangebus Uk023 / ...
5h 40m
Train to Southampton Airport, fly
1. Take the train from London Waterloo to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane SOU - MAN
4h 23m
£86–221

London to Oldham by train, foot, and bus

311Weekly Services

2h 55mAverage Duration

£35Cheapest Price

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Distance: 189.9 mi
Duration: 2h 55m

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

Avanti West Coast operates a train from London Euston to Manchester Piccadilly every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £35–180 and the journey takes 2h 12m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from London Victoria to Manchester Central Coach Station every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £8–50 and the journey takes 4h 35m.

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