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

The cheapest way to get from Oldham to Birmingham is to line 81 bus and bus which costs £9 - £16 and takes 3h 36m.

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 16m.

How far is it from Oldham to Birmingham?

The distance between Oldham and Birmingham is 89 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 line 83 bus and train which takes 2h 37m and costs £30 - £65.

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

It takes approximately 2h 37m 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 does the Oldham to Birmingham bus arrive?

Oldham to Birmingham bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Birmingham Coach 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 3335+ hotels available in Birmingham.

Oldham to Birmingham - 4 ways to travel via train, line 83 bus, bus, and car

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

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Line 83 bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from John Street to Piccadilly Gardensbus 83 / ...
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Birmingham New Streettrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
2h 37m
£31–62
Line 81 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from John Street to Shudehill Interchangebus 83 / ...
2. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Newhall Streetbus Ukn30 / ...
3h 36m
£10–16
Bus
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Birmingham Coach Stationbus 120 / ...
3h 16m
£19–47
Drive 87.5 mi
1. Drive from Oldham to Birminghamcar 87.5 mi
1h 49m
£22–31

Oldham to Birmingham by bus, foot, and train

217Weekly Services

2h 37mAverage Duration

£31Cheapest Price

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Distance: 88.5 mi
Duration: 2h 37m

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

National Express operates a bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Birmingham Coach Station every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £17–45 and the journey takes 2h 15m.

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