What is the cheapest way to get from Oldham to Sowerby Bridge?

The cheapest way to get from Oldham to Sowerby Bridge is to drive which costs £4 - £6 and takes 30 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Oldham to Sowerby Bridge?

The fastest way to get from Oldham to Sowerby Bridge is to taxi which takes 30 min and costs £75 - £95.

Is there a direct bus between Oldham and Sowerby Bridge?

No, there is no direct bus from Oldham to Sowerby Bridge. However, there are services departing from Oldham College and arriving at Wharf Street via Rochdale Interchange. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Oldham and Sowerby Bridge?

No, there is no direct train from Oldham to Sowerby Bridge. However, there are services departing from Oldham King Street and arriving at Sowerby Bridge via Rochdale. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 15m.

How far is it from Oldham to Sowerby Bridge?

The distance between Oldham and Sowerby Bridge is 26 miles. The road distance is 17.1 miles.

How do I travel from Oldham to Sowerby Bridge without a car?

The best way to get from Oldham to Sowerby Bridge without a car is to tram and train which takes 1h 15m and costs £10 - £18.

How long does it take to get from Oldham to Sowerby Bridge?

It takes approximately 1h 15m to get from Oldham to Sowerby Bridge, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Oldham to Sowerby Bridge bus from?

Oldham to Sowerby Bridge bus services, operated by Bee Network, depart from Oldham College station.

Where do I catch the Oldham to Sowerby Bridge train from?

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

Where does the Oldham to Sowerby Bridge bus arrive?

Oldham to Sowerby Bridge bus services, operated by Bee Network, arrive at Rochdale Interchange station.

Where does the Oldham to Sowerby Bridge train arrive?

Oldham to Sowerby Bridge train services, operated by Metrolink, arrive at Rochdale Railway Station.

Can I drive from Oldham to Sowerby Bridge?

Yes, the driving distance between Oldham to Sowerby Bridge is 17 miles. It takes approximately 30 min to drive from Oldham to Sowerby Bridge.

Where can I stay near Sowerby Bridge?

There are 1787+ hotels available in Sowerby Bridge.

Oldham to Sowerby Bridge - 5 ways to travel via train, tram, and line 590 bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Oldham to Sowerby Bridge by tram, train, bus, taxi, or car

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Tram, train
best
1. Take the tram from Oldham King Street to Rochdale Railway Stationtram Pink Line
2. Take the train from Rochdale to Sowerby Bridgetrain Manchester Victoria - Leeds / ...
1h 15m
£10–17
Drive 17 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Oldham to Sowerby Bridgecar 17 mi
30 min
£5–6
Tram, line 590 bus
1. Take the tram from Oldham King Street to Rochdale Town Centretram Pink Line
2. Take the bus from Rochdale Interchange to Albert Roadbus 590
2h 9m
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Oldham to Sowerby Bridgetaxi 17 mi
30 min
£75–95
Line 409 bus, line 587 bus
1. Take the bus from Oldham College to Rochdale Interchangebus 409
2. Take the bus from Rochdale Interchange to Wharf Streetbus 587
2h 20m

Oldham to Sowerby Bridge by tram and train

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Distance: 25.5 mi
Duration: 1h 15m

What companies run services between Oldham, England and Sowerby Bridge, England?

You can take a bus from Oldham College to Wharf Street via Rochdale Interchange in around 2h 20m.

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