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

The cheapest way to get from Oldham to Reading is to drive which costs £40 - £65 and takes 3h 42m.

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

The fastest way to get from Oldham to Reading is to drive which takes 3h 42m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Oldham and Reading?

No, there is no direct bus from Oldham to Reading. However, there are services departing from John Street and arriving at Reading RailAir via Manchester Central Coach Station and Heathrow Terminal 5. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 14m.

Is there a direct train between Oldham and Reading?

No, there is no direct train from Oldham to Reading. However, there are services departing from Manchester Piccadilly and arriving at Reading via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 46m.

How far is it from Oldham to Reading?

The distance between Oldham and Reading is 188 miles. The road distance is 182.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Oldham to Reading without a car is to train which takes 4h 46m and costs £75 - £130.

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

It takes approximately 4h 46m to get from Oldham to Reading, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Oldham to Reading bus from?

Oldham to Reading bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Oldham to Reading train from?

Oldham to Reading train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.

Train or bus from Oldham to Reading?

The best way to get from Oldham to Reading is to train which takes 4h 46m and costs £75 - £130. Alternatively, you can bus via Manchester Central Coach Station, which costs £50 - £85 and takes 6h 14m.

Where does the Oldham to Reading bus arrive?

Oldham to Reading bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 5 station.

Where does the Oldham to Reading train arrive?

Oldham to Reading train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Reading station.

Can I drive from Oldham to Reading?

Yes, the driving distance between Oldham to Reading is 183 miles. It takes approximately 3h 42m to drive from Oldham to Reading.

How do I get a bus ticket from Oldham to Reading?

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Where can I stay near Reading?

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There are 7 ways to get from Oldham to Reading by train, bus, car, tram, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Readingtrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
4h 46m
£77–122
Drive 181.6 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Oldham to Readingcar 181.6 mi
3h 42m
£45–65
Bus via Manchester Central Coach Station
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Heathrow Terminal 5bus 802
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Reading RailAirbus Ra1
6h 14m
£55–82
Tram, fly to London Heathrow Airport, train
1. Take the tram from Oldham King Street to Deansgate-Castlefieldtram
2. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)plane MAN - LHR
3. Take the train from Hayes And Harlington Station to Readingtrain
4h 17m
£73–277
Bus
1. Take the bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to London Heathrow Airport Terminal 5bus Uk980
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Reading RailAirbus Ra1
7h 55m
£50–67
Fly to London Gatwick Airport, train
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)plane MAN - LGW
2. Take the train from Gatwick Airport to Readingtrain
7h 13m
£82–221
Fly to Luton Airport, train
1. Fly from Manchester Airport (MAN) to Luton Airport (LTN)plane MAN - LTN
2. Take the train from Luton Airport Parkway to Farringdontrain
3. Take the train from London Paddington to Readingtrain
6h 28m
£104–238

Oldham to Reading by bus, foot, and train

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4h 46mAverage Duration

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Distance: 186.5 mi
Duration: 4h 46m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Reading hourly. Tickets cost £75–120 and the journey takes 3h 14m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from John Street to Reading RailAir via Piccadilly Gardens, Manchester Central Coach Station, and Heathrow Terminal 5 in around 6h 14m.

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