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

The cheapest way to get from Wakefield to Oldham is to drive which costs £8 - £12 and takes 49 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Wakefield to Oldham is to drive which takes 49 min and costs £8 - £12.

Is there a direct train between Wakefield and Oldham?

No, there is no direct train from Wakefield to Oldham. However, there are services departing from Wakefield Kirkgate and arriving at Oldham King Street via Huddersfield and Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 28m.

How far is it from Wakefield to Oldham?

The distance between Wakefield and Oldham is 31 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 and line 84 bus which takes 1h 3m and costs £11 - £19.

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

It takes approximately 1h 3m to get from Wakefield to Oldham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Wakefield to Oldham train from?

Wakefield to Oldham train services, operated by TransPennine Express, depart from Wakefield Kirkgate station.

Where does the Wakefield to Oldham train arrive?

Wakefield to Oldham train services, operated by TransPennine Express, arrive at Huddersfield station.

Can I drive from Wakefield to Oldham?

Yes, the driving distance between Wakefield to Oldham is 33 miles. It takes approximately 49 min to drive from Wakefield to Oldham.

Where can I stay near Oldham?

There are 3856+ hotels available in Oldham.

Wakefield to Oldham - 5 ways to travel via train, line 84 bus, car, and taxi

There are 5 ways to get from Wakefield to Oldham by train, bus, car, taxi, or tram

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

Train, line 84 bus
best
1. Take the train from Wakefield Kirkgate to Greenfieldtrain York - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
2. Take the bus from Greenfield Station to The Link Centrebus 84 / ...
1h 3m
£12–18
Drive 32.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Wakefield to Oldhamcar 32.9 mi
49 min
£9–12
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Wakefield to Oldhamtaxi 32.9 mi
49 min
£70–85
Train, tram via Huddersfield
1. Take the train from Wakefield Kirkgate to Huddersfieldtrain
2. Take the train from Huddersfield to Manchester Victoriatrain
3. Take the tram from Victoria to Oldham King Streettram
1h 28m
£16–29
Train, tram
1. Take the train from Leeds to Rochdaletrain Leeds - Manchester Victoria / ...
2. Take the tram from Rochdale Railway Station to Oldham King Streettram Pink Line / ...
1h 59m
£19–39

Wakefield to Oldham by train and bus

120Weekly Services

1h 3mAverage Duration

£12Cheapest Price

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Distance: 31.1 mi
Duration: 1h 3m

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

There is no direct connection from Wakefield to Oldham. However, you can take the train to Greenfield, walk to Greenfield Station, then take the line 84 bus to The Link Centre. Alternatively, you can drive from Wakefield to Oldham in around 49 min.

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