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

The cheapest way to get from Swindon to Oldham is to drive which costs £40 - £60 and takes 3h 5m.

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 5m 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 Fleming Way and arriving at Barn Street via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Birmingham Coach Station and Piccadilly Gardens. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 38m.

How far is it from Swindon to Oldham?

The distance between Swindon and Oldham is 180 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 and bus which takes 5h 1m and costs £50 - £95.

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

It takes approximately 5h 1m 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 National Express, depart from Fleming Way station.

Where does the Swindon to Oldham bus arrive?

Swindon to Oldham bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Heathrow Central Bus Station.

Can I drive from Swindon to Oldham?

Yes, the driving distance between Swindon to Oldham is 165 miles. It takes approximately 3h 5m to drive from Swindon to Oldham.

How do I get a bus ticket from Swindon to Oldham?

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Where can I stay near Oldham?

There are 3837+ hotels available in Oldham.

Swindon to Oldham - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 4 ways to get from Swindon to Oldham by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Swindon to Cheltenham Spatrain
2. Take the train from Cheltenham Spa to Birmingham New Streettrain
3. Take the bus from Newhall Street to Shudehill Interchangebus
5h 1m
£52–91
Drive 164.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Swindon to Oldhamcar 164.4 mi
3h 5m
£41–59
Bus
1. Take the bus from Fleming Way to Heathrow Central Bus Stationbus 401 / ...
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 38m
£50–122
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Swindon to London Paddingtontrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
4h 36m
£106–343

London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN) flights

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£55Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Swindon to Oldham.

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Distance: 179.2 mi
Duration: 5h 1m

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

You can take a bus from Fleming Way to Barn Street via Heathrow Central Bus Station, Birmingham Coach Station, Manchester Central Coach Station, and Piccadilly Gardens in around 7h 38m.

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