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

The cheapest way to get from Oldham to Handforth is to line 83 bus and bus which costs £4 and takes 2h 42m.

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

The fastest way to get from Oldham to Handforth is to taxi which takes 23 min and costs £35 - £50.

Is there a direct bus between Oldham and Handforth?

No, there is no direct bus from Oldham to Handforth. However, there are services departing from John Street and arriving at Frontline House via Piccadilly Gardens. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 42m.

Is there a direct train between Oldham and Handforth?

No, there is no direct train from Oldham to Handforth. However, there are services departing from Oldham King Street and arriving at Handforth via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 29m.

How far is it from Oldham to Handforth?

The distance between Oldham and Handforth is 18 miles. The road distance is 17.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Oldham to Handforth without a car is to line 83 bus and train which takes 1h 29m and costs £5 - £10.

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

It takes approximately 1h 29m to get from Oldham to Handforth, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Oldham to Handforth bus from?

Oldham to Handforth bus services, operated by Bee Network, depart from John Street station.

Where do I catch the Oldham to Handforth train from?

Oldham to Handforth train services, operated by Metrolink, depart from Oldham King Street station.

Where does the Oldham to Handforth bus arrive?

Oldham to Handforth bus services, operated by Bee Network, arrive at Piccadilly Gardens station.

Where does the Oldham to Handforth train arrive?

Oldham to Handforth train services, operated by Metrolink, arrive at St Peter's Square station.

Can I drive from Oldham to Handforth?

Yes, the driving distance between Oldham to Handforth is 18 miles. It takes approximately 23 min to drive from Oldham to Handforth.

Where can I stay near Handforth?

There are 3658+ hotels available in Handforth.

Oldham to Handforth - 5 ways to travel via train, line 83 bus, tram, and taxi

There are 5 ways to get from Oldham to Handforth by bus, train, tram, taxi, or car

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Line 83 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from John Street to Piccadilly Gardensbus 83 / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Handforthtrain Manchester Piccadilly - Crewe / ...
1h 29m
£6–10
Line 83 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from John Street to Piccadilly Gardensbus 83 / ...
2. Take the bus from Piccadilly Gardens to Frontline Housebus 42C
2h 42m
£4
Tram, train
1. Take the tram from Oldham King Street to St Peter's Squaretram Pink Line
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Handforthtrain Manchester Piccadilly - Crewe / ...
1h 29m
£7–12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Oldham to Handforthtaxi 17.5 mi
23 min
£35–50
Drive 17.5 mi
1. Drive from Oldham to Handforthcar 17.5 mi
23 min
£5–7

Oldham to Handforth by bus, foot, and train

213Weekly Services

1h 29mAverage Duration

£6Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Oldham to Handforth.

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Distance: 17.4 mi
Duration: 1h 29m

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

You can take a bus from John Street to Frontline House via Piccadilly Gardens in around 2h 42m.

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