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

The cheapest way to get from Oldham to Cardiff is to bus via Birmingham which costs £15 - £50 and takes 8h 11m.

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 30m 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 and Birmingham Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 12m.

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 47m and costs £45 - £90.

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

It takes approximately 4h 47m 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, bus or fly from Oldham to Cardiff?

The best way to get from Oldham to Cardiff is to train which takes 4h 47m and costs £45 - £90. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £20 - £70 and takes 7h 12m, you could also fly, which costs £70 - £190 and takes 6h 24m.

Where does the Oldham to Cardiff bus arrive?

Oldham to Cardiff bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Can I drive from Oldham to Cardiff?

Yes, the driving distance between Oldham to Cardiff is 190 miles. It takes approximately 3h 30m to drive from Oldham to Cardiff.

Where can I stay near Cardiff?

There are 1560+ hotels available in Cardiff.

Oldham to Cardiff - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 5 ways to get from Oldham to Cardiff by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff CentralManchester Piccadilly - Cardiff Central / ...
4h 47m
£45–90
Bus via Birmingham
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Newhall StUk076 / ...
2. Take the bus from Newhall St to Kingsway GDUk077 / ...
8h 11m
£16–46
Bus
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Birmingham Coach Station120 / ...
2. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Sophia Gardens111 / ...
7h 12m
£20–70
Drive 189.3 mi
1. Drive from Oldham to Cardiff189.3 mi
3h 30m
£47–67
Fly
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Cardiff Airport (CWL)MAN - CWL
6h 24m
£70–188

Oldham to Cardiff by bus, foot, and train

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4h 47mAverage Duration

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Distance: 175.7 mi
Duration: 4h 47m

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 £45–90 and the journey takes 3h 12m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from John Street to Sophia Gardens via Piccadilly Gardens, Manchester Central Coach Station, and Birmingham Coach Station in around 7h 12m.

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