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

The cheapest way to get from Preston to Oldham is to line 125 bus and line 37 bus which costs £7 and takes 3h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Preston to Oldham is to drive which takes 42 min and costs £9 - £14.

Is there a direct bus between Preston and Oldham?

No, there is no direct bus from Preston station to Oldham. However, there are services departing from Bus Station and arriving at Barn Street via Piccadilly Gardens. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 34m.

Is there a direct train between Preston and Oldham?

No, there is no direct train from Preston to Oldham. However, there are services departing from Preston and arriving at Oldham King Street via Deansgate-Castlefield. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 30m.

How far is it from Preston to Oldham?

The distance between Preston and Oldham is 38 miles. The road distance is 37.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Preston to Oldham without a car is to train and tram which takes 1h 30m and costs £14 - £26.

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

It takes approximately 1h 30m to get from Preston to Oldham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Preston to Oldham bus from?

Preston to Oldham bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Preston to Oldham train from?

Preston to Oldham train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Preston station.

Where does the Preston to Oldham bus arrive?

Preston to Oldham bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Manchester Central Coach Station.

Where does the Preston to Oldham train arrive?

Preston to Oldham train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Deansgate station.

Can I drive from Preston to Oldham?

Yes, the driving distance between Preston to Oldham is 38 miles. It takes approximately 42 min to drive from Preston to Oldham.

How do I get a bus ticket from Preston to Oldham?

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Where can I stay near Oldham?

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Preston to Oldham - 5 ways to travel via train, tram, bus, line 83 bus, and car

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

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Train, tram
best
1. Take the train from Preston to Deansgatetrain Blackpool North - Manchester Airport / ...
2. Take the tram from Deansgate-Castlefield to Oldham King Streettram Pink Line
1h 30m
£15–25
Line 125 bus, line 37 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Church Street to Bolton Interchangebus 125
2. Take the bus from Bolton Interchange to Piccadilly Gardensbus 37 / ...
3h 45m
£7
Bus, line 83 bus
1. Take the bus from Bus Station to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 181 / ...
2. Take the bus from Piccadilly Gardens to Barn Streetbus 84 / ...
1h 34m
£8–17
Drive 37.4 mi
1. Drive from Preston to Oldhamcar 37.4 mi
42 min
£10–14
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Preston to Oldhamtaxi 37.4 mi
42 min
£160–200

Preston to Oldham by train and tram

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1h 30mAverage Duration

£15Cheapest Price

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Distance: 38 mi
Duration: 1h 30m

What companies run services between Preston, England and Oldham, England?

You can take a bus from Bus Station to Barn Street via Manchester Central Coach Station and Piccadilly Gardens in around 1h 34m.

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