What is the cheapest way to get from Oldham to Falkirk Wheel?

The cheapest way to get from Oldham to Falkirk Wheel is to bus which costs £15 - £35 and takes 7h 14m.

What is the fastest way to get from Oldham to Falkirk Wheel?

The fastest way to get from Oldham to Falkirk Wheel is to drive which takes 4h 15m and costs £50 - £80.

Is there a direct bus between Oldham and Falkirk Wheel?

No, there is no direct bus from Oldham to Falkirk Wheel. However, there are services departing from John Street and arriving at Three Bridges roundabout via Shudehill Interchange and Buchanan Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 14m.

Is there a direct train between Oldham and Falkirk Wheel?

No, there is no direct train from Oldham to Falkirk Wheel. However, there are services departing from Oldham King Street and arriving at Camelon via Deansgate, Preston and Haymarket. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 29m.

How far is it from Oldham to Falkirk Wheel?

The distance between Oldham and Falkirk Wheel is 256 miles. The road distance is 215.4 miles.

How do I travel from Oldham to Falkirk Wheel without a car?

The best way to get from Oldham to Falkirk Wheel without a car is to train which takes 6h 26m and costs £35 - £180.

How long does it take to get from Oldham to Falkirk Wheel?

It takes approximately 6h 26m to get from Oldham to Falkirk Wheel, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Oldham to Falkirk Wheel bus from?

Oldham to Falkirk Wheel bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Shudehill Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Oldham to Falkirk Wheel train from?

Oldham to Falkirk Wheel train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Deansgate station.

Train or bus from Oldham to Falkirk Wheel?

The best way to get from Oldham to Falkirk Wheel is to train which takes 6h 26m and costs £35 - £180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £15 - £35 and takes 7h 14m.

Where does the Oldham to Falkirk Wheel bus arrive?

Oldham to Falkirk Wheel bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Buchanan Bus Station.

Where does the Oldham to Falkirk Wheel train arrive?

Oldham to Falkirk Wheel train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Preston station.

Can I drive from Oldham to Falkirk Wheel?

Yes, the driving distance between Oldham to Falkirk Wheel is 215 miles. It takes approximately 4h 15m to drive from Oldham to Falkirk Wheel.

Where can I stay near Falkirk Wheel?

There are 2411+ hotels available in Falkirk Wheel.

Oldham to Falkirk Wheel - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, tram, and plane

There are 8 ways to get from Oldham to Falkirk Wheel by train, bus, car, tram, or plane

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 Manchester Piccadilly to HaymarketManchester Airport - Edinburgh / ...
6h 26m
£39–177
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Buchanan Bus StationUkn30 / ...
7h 14m
£15–35
Drive 214.2 mi
1. Drive from Oldham to Falkirk Wheel214.2 mi
4h 15m
£53–76
Tram to Manchester Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport, train
1. Take the tram from Oldham King Street to Deansgate-Castlefield
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)MAN - EDI
3. Take the train from Edinburgh Park to Camelon
6h 45m
£75–164
Train via Preston
1. Take the train from Deansgate to Preston
2. Take the train from Preston to Haymarket
3. Take the train from Haymarket to Camelon
6h 29m
£34–133
Bus via Exchange Square
1. Take the bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Glasgow Buchanan Bus Station Stance 57megabus M11
7h 28m
£20–28
Tram to Manchester Airport, fly to Glasgow Airport, train
1. Take the tram from Oldham King Street to Deansgate-Castlefield
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Glasgow Airport (GLA)MAN - GLA
3. Take the train from Glasgow Queen Street to Camelon
7h 8m
£71–155
Tram, train to Birmingham Airport, fly to Edinburgh Airport, train
1. Take the tram from Oldham King Street to St Peter's Square
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Birmingham International
3. Fly from Birmingham Airport (BHX) to Edinburgh Airport (EDI)BHX - EDI
4. Take the train from Edinburgh Park to Camelon
7h 13m
£72–252

Oldham to Falkirk Wheel by bus, foot, and train

47Weekly Services

6h 26mAverage Duration

£39Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Oldham to Falkirk Wheel.

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Distance: 254.7 mi
Duration: 6h 26m

What companies run services between Oldham, England and Falkirk Wheel, Scotland?

TransPennine Express operates a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Haymarket every 4 hours. Tickets cost £30–120 and the journey takes 3h 12m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Shudehill Interchange to Buchanan Bus Station hourly. Tickets cost £15–35 and the journey takes 4h 5m. Megabus UK also services this route 3 times a day.

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