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

The cheapest way to get from Porthmadog to Oldham is to drive which costs £26 - £40 and takes 2h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Porthmadog to Oldham is to drive which takes 2h 15m and costs £26 - £40.

Is there a direct train between Porthmadog and Oldham?

No, there is no direct train from Porthmadog to Oldham. However, there are services departing from Blaenau Ffestiniog and arriving at Oldham King Street via Llandudno Junction, Chester and Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h.

How far is it from Porthmadog to Oldham?

The distance between Porthmadog and Oldham is 130 miles. The road distance is 111.2 miles.

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

The best way to get from Porthmadog to Oldham without a car is to train which takes 6h and costs £40 - £80.

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

It takes approximately 6h to get from Porthmadog to Oldham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Porthmadog to Oldham train from?

Porthmadog to Oldham train services, operated by Transport for Wales, depart from Blaenau Ffestiniog station.

Where does the Porthmadog to Oldham train arrive?

Porthmadog to Oldham train services, operated by Transport for Wales, arrive at Llandudno Junction station.

Can I drive from Porthmadog to Oldham?

Yes, the driving distance between Porthmadog to Oldham is 111 miles. It takes approximately 2h 15m to drive from Porthmadog to Oldham.

Where can I stay near Oldham?

There are 3884+ hotels available in Oldham.

Porthmadog to Oldham - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and line 1 bus

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Blaenau Ffestiniog to Llandudno Junctiontrain
2. Take the train from Llandudno Junction to Chestertrain
3. Take the train from Chester to Manchester Victoriatrain
6h
£43–80
Drive 110.6 mi
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1. Drive from Porthmadog to Oldhamcar 110.6 mi
2h 15m
£27–39
Bus, line 1 bus, train, line 59 bus
1. Take the bus from The Australia to Eldon Square 1bus T2
2. Take the bus from Eldon Square 1 to Wrexham Bus Station 5bus T3 / ...
3. Take the bus from Wrexham Bus Station 7 to Railway Stationbus 1
4. Take the train from Chester to Manchester Victoriatrain
5. Take the bus from Printworks to Oldham Collegebus 59
7h 49m
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Porthmadog Park A to Bangor Bus Station Stand Bbus T2
2. Take the train from Bangor (Gwynedd) to East Didsburytrain Holyhead - Manchester Airport
6h 16m

Porthmadog to Oldham by bus, train, and tram

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Distance: 129.4 mi
Duration: 6h

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

You can take a bus from The Australia to Oldham King Street via Blaenau Ffestiniog Station Stand C, Blaenau Ffestiniog, Llandudno Junction, Chester, Manchester Victoria, and Victoria in around 6h.

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