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

The cheapest way to get from Oldham to Darwen is to drive which costs £5 - £8 and takes 37 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Oldham to Darwen is to drive which takes 37 min and costs £5 - £8.

Is there a direct bus between Oldham and Darwen?

No, there is no direct bus from Oldham to Darwen. However, there are services departing from John Street and arriving at Circus via Manchester Central Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 36m.

Is there a direct train between Oldham and Darwen?

No, there is no direct train from Oldham to Darwen. However, there are services departing from Oldham King Street and arriving at Darwen via Manchester Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 30m.

How far is it from Oldham to Darwen?

The distance between Oldham and Darwen is 27 miles. The road distance is 22.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Oldham to Darwen without a car is to tram and train which takes 1h 30m and costs £10 - £19.

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

It takes approximately 1h 30m to get from Oldham to Darwen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Oldham to Darwen bus from?

Oldham to Darwen bus services, operated by Bee Network, depart from John Street station.

Where do I catch the Oldham to Darwen train from?

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

Where does the Oldham to Darwen bus arrive?

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

Where does the Oldham to Darwen train arrive?

Oldham to Darwen train services, operated by Metrolink, arrive at Victoria station.

Can I drive from Oldham to Darwen?

Yes, the driving distance between Oldham to Darwen is 22 miles. It takes approximately 37 min to drive from Oldham to Darwen.

Where can I stay near Darwen?

There are 1233+ hotels available in Darwen.

Oldham to Darwen - 4 ways to travel via train, tram, and line 83 bus

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

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Tram, train
best
1. Take the tram from Oldham King Street to Victoriatram Pink Line
2. Take the train from Manchester Victoria to Darwentrain Manchester Victoria - Blackburn / ...
1h 30m
£11–19
Line 83 bus, line 540 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from John Street to Piccadilly Gardensbus 83 / ...
2. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Circusbus 540
2h 36m
£6–12
Drive 22.1 mi
1. Drive from Oldham to Darwencar 22.1 mi
37 min
£6–8
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Oldham to Darwentaxi 22.1 mi
37 min
£45–60

Oldham to Darwen by bus and foot

20Weekly Services

2h 36mAverage Duration

£6Cheapest Price

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Distance: 26.9 mi
Duration: 1h 30m

What companies run services between Oldham, England and Darwen, Blackburn with Darwen, England?

You can take a bus from John Street to Circus via Piccadilly Gardens and Manchester Central Coach Station in around 2h 36m.

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