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

The cheapest way to get from Watford to Oldham is to bus which costs £35 - £70 and takes 7h 1m.

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

The fastest way to get from Watford to Oldham is to drive which takes 3h 28m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct bus between Watford and Oldham?

No, there is no direct bus from Watford to Oldham station. However, there are services departing from Clarendon Road and arriving at Oldham Bus Station via Black Boy PH and Finchley Road Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 1m.

Is there a direct train between Watford and Oldham?

No, there is no direct train from Watford 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 to Oldham?

The distance between Watford and Oldham is 175 miles. The road distance is 172 miles.

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

The best way to get from Watford 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 to Oldham?

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

Where do I catch the Watford to Oldham bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Watford to Oldham train from?

Watford to Oldham train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, depart from Watford Junction station.

Train, bus or fly from Watford to Oldham?

The best way to get from Watford to Oldham is to train which takes 3h 33m and costs £55 - £100. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £70 and takes 7h 1m, you could also fly, which costs £65 - £170 and takes 6h 29m.

Where does the Watford to Oldham bus arrive?

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

Where does the Watford to Oldham train arrive?

Watford to Oldham train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, arrive at Bletchley station.

Can I drive from Watford to Oldham?

Yes, the driving distance between Watford to Oldham is 172 miles. It takes approximately 3h 28m to drive from Watford to Oldham.

How do I get a train ticket from Watford to Oldham?

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Where can I stay near Oldham?

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

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There are 8 ways to get from Watford 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
7h 1m
£38–68
Drive 171 mi
1. Drive from Watford to Oldhamcar 171 mi
3h 28m
£43–61
Fly London Heathrow Airport to Manchester 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 Luton Airport to Manchester Airport
1. Fly from Luton Airport (LTN) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LTN - MAN
6h 29m
£65–162
Fly London City Airport to Manchester Airport
1. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LCY - MAN
6h 48m
£223–421
Fly London Heathrow Airport to Liverpool, train
1. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Liverpool (LPL)plane LHR - LPL
2. Take the train from Liverpool South Parkway to Manchester Piccadillytrain
7h 47m
£124–480

Watford to Oldham by train, foot, and tram

126Weekly Services

3h 33mAverage Duration

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Distance: 173.5 mi
Duration: 3h 33m

What companies run services between Watford, 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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