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

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Oldham is to bus via Birmingham which costs £18 - £40 and takes 7h 27m.

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 37m 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 Terminal 5 and Piccadilly Gardens. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 17m.

How far is it from Reading to Oldham?

The distance between Reading and Oldham is 188 miles. The road distance is 182.5 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 58m and costs £24 - £270.

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

It takes approximately 3h 58m 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 58m and costs £24 - £270. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £55 - £100 and takes 6h 17m.

Where does the Reading to Oldham bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Reading to Oldham?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Oldham is 183 miles. It takes approximately 3h 37m to drive from Reading to Oldham.

Where can I stay near Oldham?

There are 3695+ hotels available in Oldham.

Reading to Oldham - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 6 ways to get from Reading to Oldham by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Reading to Manchester PiccadillyBournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
3h 58m
£24–270
Bus via Birmingham
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Forbury Road to WestgateX40
2. Take the bus from Gloucester Green Bus Station to Newhall St
3. Take the bus from Newhall St to Shudehill Interchange
7h 27m
£19–38
Bus
1. Take the bus from Reading RailAir to Heathrow Terminal 5Ra1
2. Take the bus from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Manchester Central Coach Station802
6h 17m
£56–100
Drive 181.5 mi
1. Drive from Reading to Oldham181.5 mi
3h 37m
£45–64
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Reading to Hayes And Harlington Station
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)LHR - MAN
4h 19m
£79–236
Train to Southampton Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Reading to Southampton Airport Parkway
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Manchester Airport (MAN)SOU - MAN
3h 55m
£89–190

Reading to Oldham by train, foot, and bus

112Weekly Services

3h 58mAverage Duration

£24Cheapest Price

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Distance: 186.6 mi
Duration: 3h 58m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Reading to Manchester Piccadilly hourly. Tickets cost £24–270 and the journey takes 3h 14m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Reading RailAir to Barn Street via Heathrow Terminal 5, Manchester Central Coach Station, and Piccadilly Gardens in around 6h 17m.

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