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

The cheapest way to get from Wigan to Oldham is to drive which costs £6 - £9 and takes 35 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Wigan to Oldham is to drive which takes 35 min and costs £6 - £9.

Is there a direct bus between Wigan and Oldham?

No, there is no direct bus from Wigan to Oldham. However, there are services departing from Walmersley Street and arriving at Barn Street via Leigh Bus Station and Piccadilly Gardens. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Wigan and Oldham?

No, there is no direct train from Wigan to Oldham. However, there are services departing from Wigan Wallgate and arriving at Oldham King Street via Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 16m.

How far is it from Wigan to Oldham?

The distance between Wigan and Oldham is 25 miles. The road distance is 25 miles.

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

The best way to get from Wigan to Oldham without a car is to train and tram which takes 1h 16m and costs £5 - £18.

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

It takes approximately 1h 16m to get from Wigan to Oldham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Wigan to Oldham bus from?

Wigan to Oldham bus services, operated by Bee Network, depart from Walmersley Street station.

Where do I catch the Wigan to Oldham train from?

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

Where does the Wigan to Oldham bus arrive?

Wigan to Oldham bus services, operated by Bee Network, arrive at Leigh Bus Station.

Where does the Wigan to Oldham train arrive?

Wigan to Oldham train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Manchester Victoria station.

Can I drive from Wigan to Oldham?

Yes, the driving distance between Wigan to Oldham is 25 miles. It takes approximately 35 min to drive from Wigan to Oldham.

Where can I stay near Oldham?

There are 3702+ hotels available in Oldham.

Wigan to Oldham - 4 ways to travel via train, tram, line 609 bus, and bus

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

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Train, tram
best
1. Take the train from Wigan Wallgate to Manchester VictoriaWigan Wallgate - Leeds / ...
2. Take the tram from Victoria to Oldham King StreetPink Line
1h 16m
£5–17
Line 609 bus, bus, line 83 bus
1. Take the bus from Walmersley Street to Leigh Bus Station609 / ...
2. Take the bus from Leigh Bus Station to St Peter's SquareV1 / ...
3. Take the bus from Piccadilly Gardens to Barn Street84 / ...
2h 30m
Drive 24.9 mi
1. Drive from Wigan to Oldham24.9 mi
35 min
£7–9
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Wigan to Oldham24.9 mi
35 min
£50–65

Wigan to Oldham by train and tram

230Weekly Services

1h 16mAverage Duration

£5Cheapest Price

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Distance: 24.5 mi
Duration: 1h 16m

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

You can take a bus from Walmersley Street to Barn Street via Leigh Bus Station, St Peter's Square, and Piccadilly Gardens in around 2h 30m.

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