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

The cheapest way to get from Oldham to Prescot is to bus which costs £6 - £17 and takes 3h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Oldham to Prescot is to drive which takes 40 min and costs £8 - £13.

Is there a direct bus between Oldham and Prescot?

No, there is no direct bus from Oldham to Prescot. However, there are services departing from John Street and arriving at Houghton Street via Piccadilly Gardens, Leigh Bus Station and Chalon Way West. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 40m.

How far is it from Oldham to Prescot?

The distance between Oldham and Prescot is 32 miles. The road distance is 34.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Oldham to Prescot without a car is to tram and train which takes 1h 58m and costs £9 - £22.

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

It takes approximately 1h 58m to get from Oldham to Prescot, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Oldham to Prescot bus from?

Oldham to Prescot bus services, operated by Bee Network, depart from Piccadilly Gardens station.

Where does the Oldham to Prescot bus arrive?

Oldham to Prescot bus services, operated by Bee Network, arrive at Leigh Bus Station.

Can I drive from Oldham to Prescot?

Yes, the driving distance between Oldham to Prescot is 35 miles. It takes approximately 40 min to drive from Oldham to Prescot.

Where can I stay near Prescot?

There are 2282+ hotels available in Prescot.

Oldham to Prescot - 5 ways to travel via train, tram, and line 35 bus

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Tram, train
best
1. Take the tram from Oldham King Street to Deansgate-CastlefieldPink Line
2. Take the train from Deansgate to RainhillManchester Airport - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
1h 58m
£10–22
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Liverpool, Liverpool One170 / ...
2. Take the bus from Liverpool, Liverpool One to Wycherley Street10A
3h 45m
£6–16
Line 35 bus, line 34 bus
1. Take the bus from Piccadilly Gardens to Leigh Bus Station35
2. Take the bus from Leigh Bus Station to World of Glass34
3h 40m
Drive 34.7 mi
1. Drive from Oldham to Prescot34.7 mi
40 min
£9–13
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Oldham to Prescot34.7 mi
40 min
£70–90

Oldham to Prescot by tram, train, and bus

118Weekly Services

1h 58mAverage Duration

£10Cheapest Price

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Distance: 31.6 mi
Duration: 1h 58m

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

You can take a bus from John Street to Houghton Street via Piccadilly Gardens, Leigh Bus Station, World of Glass, and Chalon Way West in around 3h 40m.

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