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 £29 - £50 and takes 6h 49m.

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. However, there are services departing from Watford Junction station and arriving at Barn Street via Black Boy PH, London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) and Piccadilly Gardens. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 49m.

How far is it from Watford Junction to Oldham?

The distance between Watford Junction and Oldham is 174 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 and line 83 bus which takes 3h 28m and costs £55 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 3h 28m 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 FlixBus, depart from London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) station.

Bus or fly from Watford Junction to Oldham?

The best way to get from Watford Junction to Oldham is to bus which takes 6h 49m and costs £29 - £50. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs £65 - £160 and takes 6h 26m.

Where does the Watford Junction to Oldham bus arrive?

Watford Junction to Oldham bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Manchester, Shudehill Interchange 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 3880+ hotels available in Oldham.

Watford Junction to Oldham - 8 ways to travel via train, line 83 bus, and bus

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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, line 83 bus
best
1. Take the train from Watford Junction to Milton Keynes Centraltrain
2. Take the train from Milton Keynes Central to Manchester Piccadillytrain
3. Take the bus from Piccadilly Gardens to Barn Streetbus 84 / ...
3h 28m
£58–109
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) to Manchester, Shudehill Interchangebus Uk023 / ...
6h 49m
£30–50
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 10m
£58–254
Line 321 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Watford Junction station to Luton Station Interchangebus 321
2. Take the bus from Milton Keynes Coachway to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 541 / ...
7h 54m
£37–89
Fly from Luton Airport
1. Fly from Luton Airport (LTN) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LTN - MAN
6h 26m
£66–153
Train, train to Southampton Airport, fly, tram
1. Take the train from Watford Junction to Clapham Junctiontrain
2. Take the train from Clapham Junction to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
3. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane SOU - MAN
4. Take the tram from Victoria to Oldham King Streettram
5h 42m
£113–273
Fly from London Stansted Airport
1. Fly from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane STN - MAN
7h 3m
£74–210

Watford Junction to Oldham by train, foot, and bus

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3h 28mAverage Duration

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Distance: 172.6 mi
Duration: 3h 28m

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

FlixBus operates a bus from London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) to Manchester, Shudehill Interchange hourly. Tickets cost £20–35 and the journey takes 4h 10m. Alternatively, easyJet and Ryanair fly from Luton Airport (LTN) to Manchester Airport (MAN) 3 times a day.

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