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

The cheapest way to get from Swindon to Oldham is to bus which costs £16 - £40 and takes 7h 19m.

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

The fastest way to get from Swindon to Oldham is to drive which takes 3h 3m and costs £40 - £60.

Is there a direct bus between Swindon and Oldham?

No, there is no direct bus from Swindon to Oldham. However, there are services departing from Regent Circus and arriving at Barn Street via Promenade, Arle Court Transport Hub, Birmingham Coach Station and Piccadilly Gardens. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 48m.

Is there a direct train between Swindon and Oldham?

No, there is no direct train from Swindon to Oldham. However, there are services departing from Swindon and arriving at Oldham King Street via Bristol Parkway and St Peter's Square. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 59m.

How far is it from Swindon to Oldham?

The distance between Swindon and Oldham is 209 miles. The road distance is 165.4 miles.

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

The best way to get from Swindon to Oldham without a car is to train via Bristol which takes 4h 59m and costs £40 - £210.

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

It takes approximately 4h 59m to get from Swindon to Oldham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Swindon to Oldham bus from?

Swindon to Oldham bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Regent Circus station.

Where do I catch the Swindon to Oldham train from?

Swindon to Oldham train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Swindon station.

Train or bus from Swindon to Oldham?

The best way to get from Swindon to Oldham is to train via Bristol which takes 4h 59m and costs £40 - £210. Alternatively, you can bus via Cheltenham, which costs £25 - £55 and takes 6h 48m.

Where does the Swindon to Oldham bus arrive?

Swindon to Oldham bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Royal Well Bus Station.

Where does the Swindon to Oldham train arrive?

Swindon to Oldham train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Bristol Parkway station.

Can I drive from Swindon to Oldham?

Yes, the driving distance between Swindon to Oldham is 165 miles. It takes approximately 3h 3m to drive from Swindon to Oldham.

Where can I stay near Oldham?

There are 3652+ hotels available in Oldham.

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

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train via Bristol
best
1. Take the train from Swindon to Bristol ParkwayLondon Paddington - Swansea / ...
2. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Manchester PiccadillyBristol Temple Meads - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
4h 59m
£43–207
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Regent Circus to Transport Hub
2. Take the bus from Transport Hub to Newhall St
3. Take the bus from Newhall St to Shudehill Interchange
7h 19m
£17–36
Bus via Cheltenham
1. Take the bus from Regent Circus to Royal Well Bus Station
2. Take the bus from Arle Court Transport Hub to Birmingham Coach Station100 / ...
3. Take the bus from Birmingham Coach Station to Manchester Central Coach Station120 / ...
6h 48m
£26–53
Drive 164.4 mi
1. Drive from Swindon to Oldham164.4 mi
3h 3m
£41–60
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Swindon to London Paddington
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)LHR - MAN
4h 37m
£100–364
Train
1. Take the train from Swindon to Cheltenham SpaLondon Paddington - Cheltenham Spa / ...
2. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Manchester PiccadillyBristol Temple Meads - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
5h 3m
£43–145

Swindon to Oldham by train, foot, and tram

70Weekly Services

4h 59mAverage Duration

£43Cheapest Price

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Distance: 207.5 mi
Duration: 4h 59m

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

You can take a train from Swindon to Oldham King Street via Bristol Parkway, Manchester Piccadilly, and St Peter's Square in around 4h 59m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Regent Circus to Barn Street via Royal Well Bus Station, Promenade, Arle Court Transport Hub, Birmingham Coach Station, Manchester Central Coach Station, and Piccadilly Gardens in around 6h 48m.

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