What is the cheapest way to get from Oldham to South Wales?

The cheapest way to get from Oldham to South Wales is to drive which costs £40 - £65 and takes 3h 53m.

What is the fastest way to get from Oldham to South Wales?

The fastest way to get from Oldham to South Wales is to drive which takes 3h 53m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Oldham and South Wales?

No, there is no direct bus from Oldham to South Wales. However, there are services departing from John Street and arriving at Glenboi Cemetery via Manchester Central Coach Station, Sophia Gardens, Greyfriars Road GJ and Pontypridd Bus Station Stand 2. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 3m.

Is there a direct train between Oldham and South Wales?

No, there is no direct train from Oldham to South Wales. However, there are services departing from Manchester Piccadilly and arriving at Cwmbach via Cardiff Central. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 4m.

How far is it from Oldham to South Wales?

The distance between Oldham and South Wales is 198 miles. The road distance is 174.9 miles.

How do I travel from Oldham to South Wales without a car?

The best way to get from Oldham to South Wales without a car is to train which takes 6h 4m and costs £70 - £140.

How long does it take to get from Oldham to South Wales?

It takes approximately 6h 4m to get from Oldham to South Wales, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Oldham to South Wales bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Oldham to South Wales train from?

Oldham to South Wales train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.

Train or bus from Oldham to South Wales?

The best way to get from Oldham to South Wales is to train which takes 6h 4m and costs £70 - £140. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £45 - £110 and takes 8h 3m.

Where does the Oldham to South Wales bus arrive?

Oldham to South Wales bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Sophia Gardens station.

Where does the Oldham to South Wales train arrive?

Oldham to South Wales train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Cardiff Central station.

Can I drive from Oldham to South Wales?

Yes, the driving distance between Oldham to South Wales is 175 miles. It takes approximately 3h 53m to drive from Oldham to South Wales.

Where can I stay near South Wales?

There are 676+ hotels available in South Wales.

Oldham to South Wales - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Centraltrain Manchester Piccadilly - Cardiff Central / ...
6h 4m
£75–137
Drive 173.9 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Oldham to South Walescar 173.9 mi
3h 53m
£43–62
Bus
1. Take the bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Sophia Gardensbus Cpa
8h 3m
£46–101
Train via Birmingham
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Birmingham New Streettrain Manchester Piccadilly - Bournemouth / ...
2. Take the train from Birmingham New Street to Cardiff Centraltrain Nottingham - Cardiff Central / ...
6h 41m
£93–167

Oldham to South Wales by bus, foot, and train

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Distance: 197 mi
Duration: 6h 4m

What companies run services between Oldham, England and South Wales?

Transport for Wales operates a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Cardiff Central hourly. Tickets cost £65–120 and the journey takes 3h 12m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Manchester Central Coach Station to Sophia Gardens once daily. Tickets cost £35–85 and the journey takes 4h 10m.

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