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

The cheapest way to get from Manchester to Oldham Road is to line 231 bus which costs £2 and takes 45 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Manchester to Oldham Road is to taxi which takes 16 min and costs £35 - £45.

Is there a direct bus between Manchester and Oldham Road?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Piccadilly Gardens and arriving at Downing Street. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 34 min.

Is there a direct train between Manchester and Oldham Road?

No, there is no direct train from Manchester to Oldham Road. However, there are services departing from Piccadilly and arriving at Ashton-under-Lyne via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 46 min.

How far is it from Manchester to Oldham Road?

The distance between Manchester and Oldham Road is 8 miles. The road distance is 7.1 miles.

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

The best way to get from Manchester to Oldham Road without a car is to line 231 bus which takes 45 min and costs £2.

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

The line 231 bus from Piccadilly Gardens to Downing Street takes 34 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

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

Manchester to Oldham Road bus services, operated by Bee Network, depart from Piccadilly Gardens station.

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

Manchester to Oldham Road train services, operated by Metrolink, depart from Piccadilly station.

Where does the Manchester to Oldham Road bus arrive?

Manchester to Oldham Road bus services, operated by Bee Network, arrive at Downing Street station.

Where does the Manchester to Oldham Road train arrive?

Manchester to Oldham Road train services, operated by Metrolink, arrive at Ashton-under-Lyne station.

Can I drive from Manchester to Oldham Road?

Yes, the driving distance between Manchester to Oldham Road is 7 miles. It takes approximately 16 min to drive from Manchester to Oldham Road.

Where can I stay near Oldham Road?

There are 3880+ hotels available in Oldham Road.

Manchester to Oldham Road - 5 ways to travel via line 231 bus, tram, and taxi

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

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Line 231 bus
best
1. Take the bus from Piccadilly Gardens to Downing Streetbus 230 / ...
45 min
£2
Tram
1. Take the tram from Piccadilly to Ashton-under-Lynetram Yellow Line / ...
46 min
£5
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Manchester to Oldham Roadtaxi 7.1 mi
16 min
£35–45
Drive 7.1 mi
1. Drive from Manchester to Oldham Roadcar 7.1 mi
16 min
£2–3
Line 151 bus
1. Take the bus from Monsall Street to Oldham Roadbus 151
1h 11m
£2

Manchester to Oldham Road by bus and foot

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Distance: 8.3 mi
Duration: 45 min

What companies run services between Manchester, England and Oldham Road, Tameside, England?

Bee Network operates a bus from Piccadilly Gardens to Downing Street every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £2 and the journey takes 34 min. Alternatively, Metrolink operates a vehicle from Piccadilly to Ashton-under-Lyne every 20 minutes. Tickets cost £2–4 and the journey takes 33 min.

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