What is the cheapest way to get from Salford Central Station to Oldham?

The cheapest way to get from Salford Central Station to Oldham is to drive which costs £1 - £3 and takes 17 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Salford Central Station to Oldham?

The fastest way to get from Salford Central Station to Oldham is to taxi which takes 17 min and costs £19 - £23.

Is there a direct bus between Salford Central Station and Oldham?

No, there is no direct bus from Salford Central Station station to Oldham. However, there are services departing from Salford Central Rail Station and arriving at Barn Street via Piccadilly Gardens. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 43 min.

Is there a direct train between Salford Central Station and Oldham?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Exchange Square and arriving at Oldham King Street. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate Monday to Saturday. The journey takes approximately 27 min.

How far is it from Salford Central Station to Oldham?

The distance between Salford Central Station and Oldham is 8 miles. The road distance is 7.7 miles.

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

The best way to get from Salford Central Station to Oldham without a car is to tram which takes 38 min and costs £2 - £4.

How long does it take to get from Salford Central Station to Oldham?

The tram from Exchange Square to Oldham King Street takes 27 min including transfers and departs every 10 minutes.

Where do I catch the Salford Central Station to Oldham bus from?

Salford Central Station to Oldham bus services, operated by Bee Network, depart from Piccadilly Gardens station.

Where do I catch the Salford Central Station to Oldham train from?

Salford Central Station to Oldham train services, operated by Metrolink, depart from Exchange Square station.

Where does the Salford Central Station to Oldham bus arrive?

Salford Central Station to Oldham bus services, operated by Bee Network, arrive at Barn Street station.

Where does the Salford Central Station to Oldham train arrive?

Salford Central Station to Oldham train services, operated by Metrolink, arrive at Oldham King Street station.

Can I drive from Salford Central Station to Oldham?

Yes, the driving distance between Salford Central Station to Oldham is 8 miles. It takes approximately 17 min to drive from Salford Central Station to Oldham.

Where can I stay near Oldham?

There are 3903+ hotels available in Oldham.

Salford Central Station to Oldham - 4 ways to travel via tram, and line 83 bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Salford Central Station to Oldham by tram, bus, taxi, or car

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Tram
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1. Take the tram from Exchange Square to Oldham King Streettram Pink Line
38 min
£2–4
Line 83 bus
1. Take the bus from Piccadilly Gardens to Barn Streetbus 84 / ...
43 min
£4
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Salford Central Station to Oldhamtaxi 7.6 mi
17 min
£19–23
Drive 7.6 mi
1. Drive from Salford Central Station to Oldhamcar 7.6 mi
17 min
£2–3

Salford Central Station to Oldham by bus

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43 minAverage Duration

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Distance: 7.7 mi
Duration: 38 min

What companies run services between Salford Central Station, England and Oldham, England?

Metrolink operates a vehicle from Exchange Square to Oldham King Street every 10 minutes. Tickets cost £2–4 and the journey takes 27 min. Alternatively, Bee Network operates a bus from Piccadilly Gardens to Barn Street every 5 minutes. Tickets cost £2 and the journey takes 34 min.

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