What is the cheapest way to get from Salford Quays to Oldham?

The cheapest way to get from Salford Quays to Oldham is to drive which costs £2 - £4 and takes 22 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Salford Quays to Oldham?

The fastest way to get from Salford Quays to Oldham is to taxi which takes 22 min and costs £24 - £29.

Is there a direct bus between Salford Quays and Oldham?

No, there is no direct bus from Salford Quays to Oldham. However, there are services departing from Huron Basin and arriving at Barn Street via Piccadilly Gardens. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 59 min.

Is there a direct train between Salford Quays and Oldham?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Trafford Bar and arriving at Oldham King Street. Services depart every 10 minutes, and operate Monday to Friday. The journey takes approximately 42 min.

How far is it from Salford Quays to Oldham?

The distance between Salford Quays and Oldham is 9 miles. The road distance is 9.9 miles.

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

The best way to get from Salford Quays to Oldham without a car is to tram which takes 42 min and costs £3 - £5.

How long does it take to get from Salford Quays to Oldham?

The tram from Trafford Bar to Oldham King Street takes 42 min including transfers and departs every 10 minutes.

Where do I catch the Salford Quays to Oldham bus from?

Salford Quays to Oldham bus services, operated by Bee Network, depart from Huron Basin station.

Where do I catch the Salford Quays to Oldham train from?

Salford Quays to Oldham train services, operated by Metrolink, depart from Trafford Bar station.

Where does the Salford Quays to Oldham bus arrive?

Salford Quays to Oldham bus services, operated by Bee Network, arrive at Piccadilly Gardens station.

Where does the Salford Quays to Oldham train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Salford Quays to Oldham?

Yes, the driving distance between Salford Quays to Oldham is 10 miles. It takes approximately 22 min to drive from Salford Quays to Oldham.

Where can I stay near Oldham?

There are 3903+ hotels available in Oldham.

Salford Quays to Oldham - 5 ways to travel via tram, and line 30 bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Salford Quays to Oldham by tram, bus, taxi, or car

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Tram
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1. Take the tram from Trafford Bar to Oldham King Streettram Pink Line
42 min
£3–5
Line 30 bus, line 83 bus
1. Take the bus from Huron Basin to Piccadilly Gardensbus 30
2. Take the bus from Piccadilly Gardens to Barn Streetbus 84 / ...
59 min
£4
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Salford Quays to Oldhamtaxi 9.9 mi
22 min
£24–29
Drive 9.9 mi
1. Drive from Salford Quays to Oldhamcar 9.9 mi
22 min
£3–4
Tram via St Peter's Square
1. Take the tram from Harbour City to St Peter's Squaretram Blue Line
2. Take the tram from St Peter's Square to Oldham King Streettram Pink Line
55 min
£5–8

Salford Quays to Oldham by bus

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Distance: 9.2 mi
Duration: 42 min

What companies run services between Salford Quays, England and Oldham, England?

Metrolink operates a vehicle from Trafford Bar to Oldham King Street every 10 minutes. Tickets cost £3–5 and the journey takes 42 min. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Huron Basin to Barn Street via Piccadilly Gardens in around 59 min.

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