What is the cheapest way to get from Oldham to Salford Quays?

The cheapest way to get from Oldham to Salford Quays is to drive which costs £2 - £4 and takes 22 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Oldham to Salford Quays?

The fastest way to get from Oldham to Salford Quays is to taxi which takes 22 min and costs £23 - £29.

Is there a direct bus between Oldham and Salford Quays?

No, there is no direct bus from Oldham to Salford Quays. However, there are services departing from John Street and arriving at The Lowry via Piccadilly Gardens. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 7m.

Is there a direct train between Oldham and Salford Quays?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Oldham King Street and arriving at Trafford Bar. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 41 min.

How far is it from Oldham to Salford Quays?

The distance between Oldham and Salford Quays is 9 miles. The road distance is 9.8 miles.

How do I travel from Oldham to Salford Quays without a car?

The best way to get from Oldham to Salford Quays without a car is to tram which takes 41 min and costs £3 - £5.

How long does it take to get from Oldham to Salford Quays?

The tram from Oldham King Street to Trafford Bar takes 41 min including transfers and departs every 10 minutes.

Where do I catch the Oldham to Salford Quays bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Oldham to Salford Quays train from?

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

Where does the Oldham to Salford Quays bus arrive?

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

Where does the Oldham to Salford Quays train arrive?

Oldham to Salford Quays train services, operated by Metrolink, arrive at Trafford Bar station.

Can I drive from Oldham to Salford Quays?

Yes, the driving distance between Oldham to Salford Quays is 10 miles. It takes approximately 22 min to drive from Oldham to Salford Quays.

Where can I stay near Salford Quays?

There are 3653+ hotels available in Salford Quays.

Oldham to Salford Quays - 5 ways to travel via tram, and line 83 bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Oldham to Salford Quays by tram, bus, taxi, or car

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Tram
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1. Take the tram from Oldham King Street to Trafford Bartram Pink Line
41 min
£3–5
Line 83 bus, line 30 bus
1. Take the bus from John Street to Piccadilly Gardensbus 83 / ...
2. Take the bus from Piccadilly Gardens to The Lowrybus 30
1h 7m
£4
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Oldham to Salford Quaystaxi 9.8 mi
22 min
£23–29
Drive 9.8 mi
1. Drive from Oldham to Salford Quayscar 9.8 mi
22 min
£3–4
Tram, line 30 bus
1. Take the tram from Oldham King Street to Deansgate-Castlefieldtram Pink Line
2. Take the bus from Watson Street to The Lowrybus 30
1h 3m
£5–6

Oldham to Salford Quays by bus

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Distance: 9.3 mi
Duration: 41 min

What companies run services between Oldham, England and Salford Quays, England?

Metrolink operates a vehicle from Oldham King Street to Trafford Bar every 10 minutes. Tickets cost £3–5 and the journey takes 41 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from John Street to The Lowry via Piccadilly Gardens in around 1h 7m.

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