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

The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Oldham is to drive which costs £1 - £3 and takes 15 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Manchester to Oldham is to taxi which takes 15 min and costs £17 - £21.

Is there a direct bus between Manchester and Oldham?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Piccadilly Gardens and arriving at Barn Street. Services depart every five minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 34 min.

Is there a direct train between Manchester and Oldham?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Victoria and arriving at Oldham King Street. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 25 min.

How far is it from Manchester to Oldham?

The distance between Manchester and Oldham is 7 miles. The road distance is 6.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Manchester to Oldham without a car is to tram which takes 25 min and costs £2 - £4.

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

The tram from Victoria to Oldham King Street takes 25 min including transfers and departs every 10 minutes.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Oldham bus from?

Manchester to Oldham bus services, operated by Bee Network, depart from Piccadilly Gardens station.

Where do I catch the Manchester to Oldham train from?

Manchester to Oldham train services, operated by Metrolink, depart from Victoria station.

Where does the Manchester to Oldham bus arrive?

Manchester to Oldham bus services, operated by Bee Network, arrive at Barn Street station.

Where does the Manchester to Oldham train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Manchester to Oldham?

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester to Oldham is 7 miles. It takes approximately 15 min to drive from Manchester to Oldham.

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

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Where can I stay near Oldham?

There are 3695+ hotels available in Oldham.

Manchester to Oldham - 4 ways to travel via tram, bus, taxi, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Manchester to Oldham by tram, bus, taxi, or car

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Manchester to Oldham by tram

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25 minAverage Duration

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Map of how to get from Manchester to Oldham.

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Distance: 6.9 mi
Duration: 25 min

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

Metrolink operates a vehicle from Victoria to Oldham King Street every 10 minutes. Tickets cost £2–4 and the journey takes 25 min. Alternatively, Bee Network operates a bus from Piccadilly Gardens to Barn Street every 5 minutes, and the journey takes 34 min. National Express also services this route 4 times a week.

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