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

The cheapest way to get from Poole to Oldham is to drive which costs £55 - £85 and takes 4h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Poole to Oldham is to train and fly which takes 4h 8m and costs £85 - £190.

Is there a direct bus between Poole and Oldham?

No, there is no direct bus from Poole station to Oldham. However, there are services departing from Seldown Coach Station and arriving at Barn Street via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Birmingham Coach Station and Piccadilly Gardens. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 31m.

How far is it from Poole to Oldham?

The distance between Poole and Oldham is 269 miles. The road distance is 232.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Poole to Oldham without a car is to train which takes 6h 23m and costs £130 - £210.

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

It takes approximately 6h 23m to get from Poole to Oldham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Poole to Oldham bus from?

Poole to Oldham bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Seldown Coach Station.

Train or bus from Poole to Oldham?

The best way to get from Poole to Oldham is to train which takes 6h 23m and costs £130 - £210. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £55 - £140 and takes 9h 31m.

Where does the Poole to Oldham bus arrive?

Poole to Oldham bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Can I drive from Poole to Oldham?

Yes, the driving distance between Poole to Oldham is 233 miles. It takes approximately 4h 40m to drive from Poole to Oldham.

Where can I stay near Oldham?

There are 2206+ hotels available in Oldham.

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

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

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 Bournemouth to Manchester Piccadillytrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly
6h 23m
£134–207
Drive 231.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Poole to Oldhamcar 231.4 mi
4h 40m
£57–82
Bus
1. Take the bus from Seldown Coach Station to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 035
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Central Bus Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 210 / ...
3. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 120 / ...
9h 31m
£59–136
Train to Southampton Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Poole to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane SOU - MAN
4h 8m
£87–187
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly, tram
1. Take the train from Poole to Wokingtrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
3. Take the tram from Deansgate-Castlefield to Oldham King Streettram
5h 42m
£92–282

Poole to Oldham by train, foot, and bus

122Weekly Services

6h 23mAverage Duration

£134Cheapest Price

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Distance: 267.7 mi
Duration: 6h 23m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Bournemouth to Manchester Piccadilly hourly. Tickets cost £130–200 and the journey takes 4h 44m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Seldown Coach Station to Barn Street via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Birmingham Coach Station, Manchester Central Coach Station, and Piccadilly Gardens in around 9h 31m.

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