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

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Oldham is to drive which costs £40 - £65 and takes 3h 38m.

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

The fastest way to get from Reading to Oldham is to drive which takes 3h 38m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Reading and Oldham?

No, there is no direct bus from Reading to Oldham. However, there are services departing from Reading RailAir and arriving at Barn Street via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Birmingham Coach Station and Piccadilly Gardens. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 8m.

How far is it from Reading to Oldham?

The distance between Reading and Oldham is 188 miles. The road distance is 183 miles.

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

The best way to get from Reading to Oldham without a car is to train which takes 3h 57m and costs £90 - £140.

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

It takes approximately 3h 57m to get from Reading to Oldham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to Oldham bus from?

Reading to Oldham bus services, operated by RailAir, depart from Reading RailAir station.

Train or bus from Reading to Oldham?

The best way to get from Reading to Oldham is to train which takes 3h 57m and costs £90 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £65 - £130 and takes 7h 8m.

Where does the Reading to Oldham bus arrive?

Reading to Oldham bus services, operated by RailAir, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 2 station.

Can I drive from Reading to Oldham?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Oldham is 183 miles. It takes approximately 3h 38m to drive from Reading to Oldham.

Where can I stay near Oldham?

There are 2333+ hotels available in Oldham.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Reading 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 Reading to Manchester Piccadillytrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
3h 57m
£95–132
Drive 181.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Reading to Oldhamcar 181.9 mi
3h 38m
£45–64
Bus
1. Take the bus from Reading RailAir to Heathrow Terminal 2bus Ra1
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 541 / ...
7h 8m
£66–125
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly, tram
1. Take the train from Reading to London Paddingtontrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
3. Take the tram from Victoria to Oldham King Streettram
4h 18m
£82–294
Train to Southampton Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Reading to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane SOU - MAN
4h 7m
£93–192

Reading to Oldham by train, foot, and bus

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3h 57mAverage Duration

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Distance: 186.7 mi
Duration: 3h 57m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Reading to Manchester Piccadilly every 3 hours. Tickets cost £90–130 and the journey takes 3h 14m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Reading RailAir to Barn Street via Heathrow Terminal 2, Heathrow Central Bus Station, Birmingham Coach Station, Manchester Central Coach Station, and Piccadilly Gardens in around 7h 8m.

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