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

The cheapest way to get from Oldham to Cardiff is to bus which costs £27 - £45 and takes 7h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Oldham to Cardiff is to drive which takes 3h 32m and costs £45 - £70.

Is there a direct bus between Oldham and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct bus from Oldham to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from John Street and arriving at Sophia Gardens via Manchester, Shudehill Interchange and Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Oldham and Cardiff?

No, there is no direct train from Oldham to Cardiff. However, there are services departing from Manchester Piccadilly and arriving at Cardiff Central via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 43m.

How far is it from Oldham to Cardiff?

The distance between Oldham and Cardiff is 177 miles. The road distance is 190.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Oldham to Cardiff without a car is to train which takes 4h 43m and costs £55 - £100.

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

It takes approximately 4h 43m to get from Oldham to Cardiff, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Oldham to Cardiff bus from?

Oldham to Cardiff bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Oldham to Cardiff train from?

Oldham to Cardiff train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.

Train or bus from Oldham to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Oldham to Cardiff is to train which takes 4h 43m and costs £55 - £100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £27 - £45 and takes 7h 30m.

Where does the Oldham to Cardiff bus arrive?

Oldham to Cardiff bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Bristol Bus Station.

Where does the Oldham to Cardiff train arrive?

Oldham to Cardiff train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Cardiff Central station.

Can I drive from Oldham to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Oldham to Cardiff is 190 miles. It takes approximately 3h 32m to drive from Oldham to Cardiff.

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

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Centraltrain Manchester Piccadilly - Cardiff Central / ...
4h 43m
£57–97
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Bristol Bus Stationbus Uk071
2. Take the bus from Bus Station to Sophia Gardensbus 202 / ...
7h 30m
£28–43
Drive 189.3 mi
1. Drive from Oldham to Cardiffcar 189.3 mi
3h 32m
£47–68
Train via Birmingham
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Birmingham New Streettrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Centraltrain Nottingham - Cardiff Central / ...
5h 22m
£75–132

Oldham to Cardiff by bus, foot, and train

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4h 43mAverage Duration

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Distance: 175.7 mi
Duration: 4h 43m

What companies run services between Oldham, England and Cardiff, Wales?

Transport for Wales operates a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Central hourly. Tickets cost £55–95 and the journey takes 3h 12m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from John Street to Sophia Gardens via Manchester, Shudehill Interchange and Bus Station in around 7h 30m.

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