What is the cheapest way to get from Watford Junction to Oldham?

The cheapest way to get from Watford Junction to Oldham is to bus which costs £35 - £70 and takes 6h 58m.

What is the fastest way to get from Watford Junction to Oldham?

The fastest way to get from Watford Junction to Oldham is to drive which takes 3h 27m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Watford Junction and Oldham?

No, there is no direct bus from Watford Junction station to Oldham station. However, there are services departing from Watford Junction station and arriving at Oldham Bus Station via Black Boy PH and Finchley Road Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 58m.

Is there a direct train between Watford Junction and Oldham?

No, there is no direct train from Watford Junction to Oldham. However, there are services departing from Watford Junction and arriving at Oldham King Street via Milton Keynes Central and St Peter's Square. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 33m.

How far is it from Watford Junction to Oldham?

The distance between Watford Junction and Oldham is 175 miles. The road distance is 171.2 miles.

How do I travel from Watford Junction to Oldham without a car?

The best way to get from Watford Junction to Oldham without a car is to train which takes 3h 33m and costs £55 - £100.

How long does it take to get from Watford Junction to Oldham?

It takes approximately 3h 33m to get from Watford Junction to Oldham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Watford Junction to Oldham bus from?

Watford Junction to Oldham bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Finchley Road Station.

Where do I catch the Watford Junction to Oldham train from?

Watford Junction to Oldham train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, depart from Watford Junction station.

Train, bus or fly from Watford Junction to Oldham?

The best way to get from Watford Junction to Oldham is to train which takes 3h 33m and costs £55 - £100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £70 and takes 6h 58m, you could also fly, which costs £65 - £170 and takes 6h 29m.

Where does the Watford Junction to Oldham bus arrive?

Watford Junction to Oldham bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Oldham Bus Station.

Where does the Watford Junction to Oldham train arrive?

Watford Junction to Oldham train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Milton Keynes Central station.

Can I drive from Watford Junction to Oldham?

Yes, the driving distance between Watford Junction to Oldham is 171 miles. It takes approximately 3h 27m to drive from Watford Junction to Oldham.

Where can I stay near Oldham?

There are 3841+ hotels available in Oldham.

Watford Junction to Oldham - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 8 ways to get from Watford Junction to Oldham by train, bus, car, plane, or tram

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Watford Junction to Milton Keynes Centraltrain London Euston - Birmingham New Street / ...
2. Take the train from Milton Keynes Central to Manchester Piccadillytrain London Euston - Manchester Piccadilly
3h 33m
£58–100
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Finchley Road Station to Oldham Bus Stationbus 540
6h 58m
£38–68
Drive 170.2 mi
1. Drive from Watford Junction to Oldhamcar 170.2 mi
3h 27m
£42–61
Fly from London Heathrow Airport, tram
1. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
2. Take the tram from Victoria to Oldham King Streettram
4h 23m
£62–253
Train via Coventry
1. Take the train from Watford Junction to Bletchleytrain
2. Take the train from Bletchley to Coventrytrain
3. Take the train from Coventry to Manchester Piccadillytrain
5h 55m
£65–130
Fly from Luton Airport
1. Fly from Luton Airport (LTN) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LTN - MAN
6h 29m
£65–162
Fly from London City Airport
1. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LCY - MAN
6h 48m
£223–421
Fly from London Stansted Airport
1. Fly from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane STN - MAN
6h 59m
£72–202

Watford Junction to Oldham by train, foot, and tram

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Distance: 173.5 mi
Duration: 3h 33m

What companies run services between Watford Junction, England and Oldham, England?

You can take a train from Watford Junction to Oldham King Street via Milton Keynes Central, Manchester Piccadilly, and St Peter's Square in around 3h 33m. Alternatively, National Express operates a bus from Finchley Road Station to Oldham Bus Station 3 times a week. Tickets cost £30–55 and the journey takes 4h 50m.

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