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

The cheapest way to get from Sunderland to Oldham is to bus which costs £13 - £23 and takes 3h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sunderland to Oldham is to drive which takes 2h 18m and costs £29 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Sunderland and Oldham?

No, there is no direct bus from Sunderland to Oldham. However, there are services departing from Interchange and arriving at Barn Street via Piccadilly Gardens. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 9m.

Is there a direct train between Sunderland and Oldham?

No, there is no direct train from Sunderland to Oldham. However, there are services departing from Sunderland and arriving at Oldham King Street via Newcastle and Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 48m.

How far is it from Sunderland to Oldham?

The distance between Sunderland and Oldham is 167 miles. The road distance is 122.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Sunderland to Oldham without a car is to train which takes 3h 48m and costs £30 - £80.

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

It takes approximately 3h 48m to get from Sunderland to Oldham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sunderland to Oldham bus from?

Sunderland to Oldham bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Interchange station.

Where do I catch the Sunderland to Oldham train from?

Sunderland to Oldham train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Newcastle station.

Train or bus from Sunderland to Oldham?

The best way to get from Sunderland to Oldham is to train which takes 3h 48m and costs £30 - £80. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £13 - £23 and takes 3h 53m.

Where does the Sunderland to Oldham bus arrive?

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

Where does the Sunderland to Oldham train arrive?

Sunderland to Oldham train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Manchester Victoria station.

Can I drive from Sunderland to Oldham?

Yes, the driving distance between Sunderland to Oldham is 122 miles. It takes approximately 2h 18m to drive from Sunderland to Oldham.

Where can I stay near Oldham?

There are 3815+ hotels available in Oldham.

Sunderland to Oldham - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Sunderland to Oldham by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Newcastle to Manchester Victoriatrain Newcastle - Liverpool Lime Street / ...
3h 48m
£34–80
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sunderland Interchange to Manchester, Shudehill Interchangebus Uk073
3h 53m
£13–23
Drive 121.6 mi
1. Drive from Sunderland to Oldhamcar 121.6 mi
2h 18m
£30–43
Bus via Manchester Central Coach Station
1. Take the bus from Interchange to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 172
4h 9m
£22–35
Train via Middlesbrough
1. Take the train from Sunderland to Thornabytrain Carlisle - Middlesbrough / ...
2. Take the train from Thornaby to Manchester Victoriatrain Redcar Central - Manchester Airport / ...
4h 14m
£32–73

Sunderland to Oldham by train and tram

122Weekly Services

3h 48mAverage Duration

£34Cheapest Price

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Distance: 165.6 mi
Duration: 3h 48m

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

TransPennine Express operates a train from Newcastle to Manchester Victoria hourly. Tickets cost £28–70 and the journey takes 2h 16m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Sunderland Interchange to Manchester, Shudehill Interchange 3 times a day. Tickets cost £11–19 and the journey takes 3h 15m.

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