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 £30 - £90 and takes 5h 51m.

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 Central Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 51m.

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 42m and costs £65 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 4h 42m 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 National Express, depart from Manchester Central Coach Station.

Train or bus from Oldham to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Oldham to Cardiff is to train which takes 4h 42m and costs £65 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £30 - £90 and takes 5h 51m.

Where does the Oldham to Cardiff bus arrive?

Oldham to Cardiff bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Sophia Gardens 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

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 42m
£67–122
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Sophia Gardensbus Cpa
5h 51m
£32–87
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 21m
£86–142

Oldham to Cardiff by bus, foot, and train

105Weekly Services

4h 42mAverage Duration

£67Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Oldham to Cardiff.

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Distance: 175.7 mi
Duration: 4h 42m

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 £65–120 and the journey takes 3h 12m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Sophia Gardens once daily. Tickets cost £30–85 and the journey takes 4h 10m.

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