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

The cheapest way to get from Shap to Oldham is to bus which costs £20 - £35 and takes 5h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Shap to Oldham is to drive which takes 1h 53m and costs £21 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Shap and Oldham?

No, there is no direct bus from Shap to Oldham. However, there are services departing from Market Square and arriving at Barn Street via Bus Station, Rail Station and Piccadilly Gardens. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 16m.

Is there a direct train between Shap and Oldham?

No, there is no direct train from Shap to Oldham. However, there are services departing from Penrith North Lakes and arriving at Oldham King Street via St Peter's Square. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 42m.

How far is it from Shap to Oldham?

The distance between Shap and Oldham is 122 miles. The road distance is 85.5 miles.

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

The best way to get from Shap to Oldham without a car is to train and tram which takes 2h 42m and costs £80 - £120.

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

It takes approximately 2h 42m to get from Shap to Oldham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Shap to Oldham bus from?

Shap to Oldham bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Rail Station.

Where do I catch the Shap to Oldham train from?

Shap to Oldham train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Penrith North Lakes station.

Where does the Shap to Oldham bus arrive?

Shap to Oldham bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where does the Shap to Oldham train arrive?

Shap to Oldham train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.

Can I drive from Shap to Oldham?

Yes, the driving distance between Shap to Oldham is 85 miles. It takes approximately 1h 53m to drive from Shap to Oldham.

Where can I stay near Oldham?

There are 3840+ hotels available in Oldham.

Shap to Oldham - 3 ways to travel via train, tram, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Shap to Oldham by train, tram, bus, or car

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Train, tram
best
1. Take the train from Penrith North Lakes to Manchester Piccadillytrain Edinburgh - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the tram from St Peter's Square to Oldham King Streettram Pink Line
2h 42m
£85–116
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Rail Station to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 590
5h 16m
£20–31
Drive 85 mi
1. Drive from Shap to Oldhamcar 85 mi
1h 53m
£22–31

Shap to Oldham by bus and foot

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Distance: 121.5 mi
Duration: 2h 42m

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

National Express operates a bus from Rail Station to Manchester Central Coach Station twice daily. Tickets cost £15–26 and the journey takes 2h 35m.

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