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

The cheapest way to get from Oldham to Lancaster is to line 81 bus and bus which costs £10 - £16 and takes 3h 49m.

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

The fastest way to get from Oldham to Lancaster is to drive which takes 1h 2m and costs £13 - £20.

Is there a direct bus between Oldham and Lancaster?

No, there is no direct bus from Oldham to Lancaster station. However, there are services departing from John Street and arriving at Bus Station Night Std via Manchester Central Coach Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 6m.

Is there a direct train between Oldham and Lancaster?

No, there is no direct train from Oldham to Lancaster. However, there are services departing from Oldham King Street and arriving at Lancaster via Deansgate. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 30m.

How far is it from Oldham to Lancaster?

The distance between Oldham and Lancaster is 59 miles. The road distance is 57.3 miles.

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

The best way to get from Oldham to Lancaster without a car is to tram and train which takes 2h 30m and costs £23 - £45.

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

It takes approximately 2h 30m to get from Oldham to Lancaster, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Oldham to Lancaster bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Oldham to Lancaster train from?

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

Where does the Oldham to Lancaster bus arrive?

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

Where does the Oldham to Lancaster train arrive?

Oldham to Lancaster train services, operated by Metrolink, arrive at Deansgate-Castlefield station.

Can I drive from Oldham to Lancaster?

Yes, the driving distance between Oldham to Lancaster is 57 miles. It takes approximately 1h 2m to drive from Oldham to Lancaster.

Where can I stay near Lancaster?

There are 1255+ hotels available in Lancaster.

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

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

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Tram, train
best
1. Take the tram from Oldham King Street to Deansgate-Castlefieldtram Pink Line
2. Take the train from Deansgate to Lancastertrain Manchester Airport - Barrow-in-Furness / ...
2h 30m
£23–44
Line 81 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from John Street to Hanover Streetbus 81
2. Take the bus from Shudehill Interchange to Underpassbus Uk030
3h 49m
£11–16
Line 83 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from John Street to Piccadilly Gardensbus 83 / ...
2. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Bus Station Night Stdbus 181
3h 6m
£12–27
Drive 57 mi
1. Drive from Oldham to Lancastercar 57 mi
1h 2m
£14–20

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Distance: 58.8 mi
Duration: 2h 30m

What companies run services between Oldham, England and Lancaster, Lancashire, England?

You can take a bus from John Street to Bus Station Night Std via Piccadilly Gardens and Manchester Central Coach Station in around 3h 6m.

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