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

The cheapest way to get from Whitehaven to Oldham is to drive which costs £29 - £45 and takes 2h 24m.

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

The fastest way to get from Whitehaven to Oldham is to drive which takes 2h 24m and costs £29 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Whitehaven and Oldham?

No, there is no direct bus from Whitehaven to Oldham. However, there are services departing from Opera Bingo and arriving at Barn Street via Brigham, Rail Station and Piccadilly Gardens. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 57m.

Is there a direct train between Whitehaven and Oldham?

No, there is no direct train from Whitehaven to Oldham. However, there are services departing from Whitehaven and arriving at Oldham King Street via Carlisle and St Peter's Square. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 37m.

How far is it from Whitehaven to Oldham?

The distance between Whitehaven and Oldham is 169 miles. The road distance is 124.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Whitehaven to Oldham without a car is to train via Carlisle which takes 4h 37m and costs £35 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 4h 37m to get from Whitehaven to Oldham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Whitehaven to Oldham bus from?

Whitehaven to Oldham bus services, operated by Stagecoach West, depart from Brigham station.

Where do I catch the Whitehaven to Oldham train from?

Whitehaven to Oldham train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Whitehaven station.

Train or bus from Whitehaven to Oldham?

The best way to get from Whitehaven to Oldham is to train via Carlisle which takes 4h 37m and costs £35 - £110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £29 - £50 and takes 6h 57m.

Where does the Whitehaven to Oldham bus arrive?

Whitehaven to Oldham bus services, operated by Stagecoach West, arrive at Penrith Rail Station.

Where does the Whitehaven to Oldham train arrive?

Whitehaven to Oldham train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Carlisle station.

Can I drive from Whitehaven to Oldham?

Yes, the driving distance between Whitehaven to Oldham is 124 miles. It takes approximately 2h 24m to drive from Whitehaven to Oldham.

Where can I stay near Oldham?

There are 3798+ hotels available in Oldham.

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

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

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 Carlisle
best
1. Take the train from Whitehaven to Carlisletrain Whitehaven - Carlisle / ...
2. Take the train from Carlisle to Manchester Piccadillytrain Edinburgh - Manchester Airport / ...
4h 37m
£37–110
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Whitehaven to Barrow-in-Furnesstrain Carlisle - Barrow-in-Furness / ...
2. Take the train from Barrow-in-Furness to Deansgatetrain Barrow-in-Furness - Manchester Oxford Road / ...
4h 57m
£28–65
Bus
1. Take the bus from Brigham to Penrith Rail Stationbus X5
2. Take the bus from Rail Station to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 590
6h 57m
£30–46
Drive 123.6 mi
1. Drive from Whitehaven to Oldhamcar 123.6 mi
2h 24m
£30–44

Whitehaven to Oldham by train, foot, and tram

100Weekly Services

4h 37mAverage Duration

£37Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Whitehaven to Oldham.

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Distance: 167.9 mi
Duration: 4h 37m

What companies run services between Whitehaven, Cumbria, England and Oldham, England?

You can take a train from Whitehaven to Oldham King Street via Carlisle, Manchester Piccadilly, and St Peter's Square in around 4h 37m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Opera Bingo to Barn Street via Brigham, Rail Station, Manchester Central Coach Station, and Piccadilly Gardens in around 6h 57m.

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