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

The cheapest way to get from Wakefield to Oldham is to line 231 bus and line 184 bus which costs £3 - £5 and takes 3h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Wakefield to Oldham is to train which takes 50 min and costs £11 - £19.

Is there a direct bus between Wakefield and Oldham?

No, there is no direct bus from Wakefield to Oldham station. However, there are services departing from Westgate A and arriving at Oldham Bus Station via Huddersfield Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 3m.

How far is it from Wakefield to Oldham?

The distance between Wakefield and Oldham is 29 miles. The road distance is 33.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Wakefield to Oldham without a car is to train which takes 50 min and costs £11 - £19.

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

It takes approximately 50 min to get from Wakefield to Oldham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Wakefield to Oldham bus from?

Wakefield to Oldham bus services, operated by Arriva UK, depart from Westgate A station.

Train or bus from Wakefield to Oldham?

The best way to get from Wakefield to Oldham is to train which takes 50 min and costs £11 - £19. Alternatively, you can line 231 bus and line 184 bus, which costs £3 - £5 and takes 3h 3m.

Where does the Wakefield to Oldham bus arrive?

Wakefield to Oldham bus services, operated by Arriva UK, arrive at Huddersfield Bus Station.

Can I drive from Wakefield to Oldham?

Yes, the driving distance between Wakefield to Oldham is 33 miles. It takes approximately 50 min to drive from Wakefield to Oldham.

Where can I stay near Oldham?

There are 3883+ hotels available in Oldham.

Wakefield to Oldham - 4 ways to travel via train, line 231 bus

There are 4 ways to get from Wakefield to Oldham by train, bus, car, or taxi

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

Train
best
1. Take the train from Wakefield Kirkgate to Greenfieldtrain York - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
50 min
£12–19
Line 231 bus, line 184 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Westgate A to Huddersfield Bus Stationbus 232 / ...
2. Take the bus from Huddersfield Bus Station to Oldham Bus Stationbus 184
3h 3m
£4–5
Drive 32.9 mi
1. Drive from Wakefield to Oldhamcar 32.9 mi
50 min
£9–12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Wakefield to Oldhamtaxi 32.9 mi
50 min
£70–85

Wakefield to Oldham by train and bus

119Weekly Services

50 minAverage Duration

£12Cheapest Price

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Distance: 28.8 mi
Duration: 50 min

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

TransPennine Express operates a train from Wakefield Kirkgate to Greenfield hourly. Tickets cost £9–17 and the journey takes 37 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Westgate A to Oldham Bus Station via Huddersfield Bus Station in around 3h 3m.

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