What is the cheapest way to get from Greater Manchester to Oldham?

The cheapest way to get from Greater Manchester to Oldham is to drive which costs £2 - £4 and takes 23 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Greater Manchester to Oldham?

The fastest way to get from Greater Manchester to Oldham is to taxi which takes 23 min and costs £22 - £28.

Is there a direct bus between Greater Manchester and Oldham?

No, there is no direct bus from Greater Manchester to Oldham. However, there are services departing from Horton Road and arriving at Barn Street via Piccadilly Gardens. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 2m.

Is there a direct train between Greater Manchester and Oldham?

No, there is no direct train from Greater Manchester to Oldham. However, there are services departing from Chorlton and arriving at Oldham King Street via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 59 min.

How far is it from Greater Manchester to Oldham?

The distance between Greater Manchester and Oldham is 12 miles. The road distance is 9.4 miles.

How do I travel from Greater Manchester to Oldham without a car?

The best way to get from Greater Manchester to Oldham without a car is to tram which takes 59 min and costs £4 - £7.

How long does it take to get from Greater Manchester to Oldham?

It takes approximately 59 min to get from Greater Manchester to Oldham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Greater Manchester to Oldham bus from?

Greater Manchester to Oldham bus services, operated by Bee Network, depart from Horton Road station.

Where do I catch the Greater Manchester to Oldham train from?

Greater Manchester to Oldham train services, operated by Metrolink, depart from Chorlton station.

Where does the Greater Manchester to Oldham bus arrive?

Greater Manchester to Oldham bus services, operated by Bee Network, arrive at Piccadilly Gardens station.

Where does the Greater Manchester to Oldham train arrive?

Greater Manchester to Oldham train services, operated by Metrolink, arrive at Oldham King Street station.

Can I drive from Greater Manchester to Oldham?

Yes, the driving distance between Greater Manchester to Oldham is 9 miles. It takes approximately 23 min to drive from Greater Manchester to Oldham.

Where can I stay near Oldham?

There are 3863+ hotels available in Oldham.

Greater Manchester to Oldham - 5 ways to travel via tram, and line 111 bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Greater Manchester to Oldham by tram, bus, taxi, or car

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Tram
best
1. Take the tram from Chorlton to Oldham King Streettram Pink Line
59 min
£5–7
Drive 9.3 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Greater Manchester to Oldhamcar 9.3 mi
23 min
£3–4
Line 111 bus, line 83 bus
1. Take the bus from Horton Road to Piccadilly Gardensbus 111
2. Take the bus from Piccadilly Gardens to Barn Streetbus 84 / ...
1h 2m
£4
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Greater Manchester to Oldhamtaxi 9.3 mi
23 min
£22–28
Line 87 bus, tram
1. Take the bus from Parkside Road to Charlotte Streetbus 43 / ...
2. Take the tram from St Peter's Square to Oldham King Streettram Pink Line
1h 2m
£5–7

Greater Manchester to Oldham by bus

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Distance: 12 mi
Duration: 59 min

What companies run services between Greater Manchester, England and Oldham, England?

Metrolink operates a vehicle from Chorlton to Oldham King Street every 15 minutes. Tickets cost £3–5 and the journey takes 47 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Horton Road to Barn Street via Piccadilly Gardens in around 1h 2m.

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