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

The cheapest way to get from Holyhead to Oldham is to drive which costs £30 - £50 and takes 2h 12m.

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

The fastest way to get from Holyhead to Oldham is to drive which takes 2h 12m and costs £30 - £50.

Is there a direct train between Holyhead and Oldham?

No, there is no direct train from Holyhead to Oldham. However, there are services departing from Holyhead and arriving at Oldham King Street via Chester and Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 59m.

How far is it from Holyhead to Oldham?

The distance between Holyhead and Oldham is 131 miles. The road distance is 130.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Holyhead to Oldham without a car is to train which takes 3h 59m and costs £40 - £75.

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

It takes approximately 3h 59m to get from Holyhead to Oldham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Holyhead to Oldham train from?

Holyhead to Oldham train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Holyhead station.

Where does the Holyhead to Oldham train arrive?

Holyhead to Oldham train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Chester station.

Can I drive from Holyhead to Oldham?

Yes, the driving distance between Holyhead to Oldham is 130 miles. It takes approximately 2h 12m to drive from Holyhead to Oldham.

Where can I stay near Oldham?

There are 3830+ hotels available in Oldham.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Holyhead to Chestertrain Holyhead - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the train from Chester to Manchester Victoriatrain Chester - Leeds / ...
3h 59m
£43–73
Drive 129.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Holyhead to Oldhamcar 129.4 mi
2h 12m
£32–46
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Holyhead to Chestertrain Holyhead - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the bus from Chester Bus Interchange to Co-op Livebus Mc1
5h 57m
£44–71
Train, tram
1. Take the train from Holyhead to East Didsburytrain Holyhead - Manchester Airport
2. Take the tram from East Didsbury to Oldham King Streettram Pink Line
4h 8m
£48–75

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Distance: 130.7 mi
Duration: 3h 59m

What companies run services between Holyhead, Wales and Oldham, England?

You can take a train from Holyhead to Oldham King Street via Chester, Manchester Victoria, and Victoria in around 3h 59m.

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