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

The cheapest way to get from Oldham to Birmingham is to bus via Birmingham - Jennens Road which costs £12 - £19 and takes 4h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Oldham to Birmingham is to drive which takes 1h 49m and costs £21 - £35.

Is there a direct bus between Oldham and Birmingham?

No, there is no direct bus from Oldham to Birmingham station. However, there are services departing from John Street and arriving at Birmingham Coach Station via Manchester Central Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 39m.

Is there a direct train between Oldham and Birmingham?

No, there is no direct train from Oldham to Birmingham. However, there are services departing from Oldham King Street and arriving at Birmingham New Street via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 39m.

How far is it from Oldham to Birmingham?

The distance between Oldham and Birmingham is 90 miles. The road distance is 88 miles.

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

The best way to get from Oldham to Birmingham without a car is to tram and train which takes 2h 39m and costs £30 - £60.

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

It takes approximately 2h 39m to get from Oldham to Birmingham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Oldham to Birmingham bus from?

Oldham to Birmingham bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where do I catch the Oldham to Birmingham train from?

Oldham to Birmingham train services, operated by Metrolink, depart from Oldham King Street station.

Where does the Oldham to Birmingham bus arrive?

Oldham to Birmingham bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach Station.

Where does the Oldham to Birmingham train arrive?

Oldham to Birmingham train services, operated by Metrolink, arrive at St Peter's Square station.

Can I drive from Oldham to Birmingham?

Yes, the driving distance between Oldham to Birmingham is 88 miles. It takes approximately 1h 49m to drive from Oldham to Birmingham.

Where can I stay near Birmingham?

There are 3365+ hotels available in Birmingham.

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

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

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Tram, train
best
1. Take the tram from Oldham King Street to St Peter's Squaretram Pink Line
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Birmingham New Streettrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
2h 39m
£30–59
Bus via Birmingham - Jennens Road
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Birmingham - Jennens Roadbus Uk076 / ...
4h 3m
£13–19
Bus
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 541 / ...
3h 39m
£16–26
Drive 87.5 mi
1. Drive from Oldham to Birminghamcar 87.5 mi
1h 49m
£22–32

Oldham to Birmingham by tram, foot, and train

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Distance: 89.5 mi
Duration: 2h 39m

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

National Express operates a bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Birmingham Coach Station hourly. Tickets cost £14–24 and the journey takes 2h 25m.

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