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

The cheapest way to get from Watford to Oldham is to drive which costs £40 - £60 and takes 3h 28m.

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

The fastest way to get from Watford to Oldham is to train and line 83 bus which takes 3h 23m and costs £55 - £110.

Is there a direct bus between Watford and Oldham?

No, there is no direct bus from Watford to Oldham. However, there are services departing from Clarendon Road and arriving at Barn Street via Black Boy PH, Airport Bus Station, Milton Keynes Coachway and Piccadilly Gardens. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 48m.

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 Manchester Piccadilly via Bletchley and Coventry. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 48m.

How far is it from Watford to Oldham?

The distance between Watford and Oldham is 174 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 and line 83 bus which takes 3h 23m and costs £55 - £110.

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

It takes approximately 3h 23m 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 Milton Keynes Coachway 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 bus which takes 6h 48m and costs £35 - £95. Alternatively, you can train, which costs £80 - £160 and takes 5h 48m, you could also fly, which costs £60 - £150 and takes 6h 26m.

Where does the Watford to Oldham bus arrive?

Watford to Oldham bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Manchester Central Coach 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?

There are 3850+ hotels available in Oldham.

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

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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, 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 23m
£58–109
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Milton Keynes Coachway to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 541 / ...
6h 48m
£39–94
Drive 171 mi
1. Drive from Watford to Oldhamcar 171 mi
3h 28m
£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 5m
£63–255
Train
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 48m
£84–152
Fly from Luton Airport
1. Fly from Luton Airport (LTN) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LTN - MAN
6h 26m
£61–144
Fly from London City Airport
1. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LCY - MAN
6h 47m
£205–417
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 43m
£115–261

Watford to Oldham by train, foot, and bus

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3h 23mAverage Duration

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Distance: 172.6 mi
Duration: 3h 23m

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

National Express operates a bus from Milton Keynes Coachway to Manchester Central Coach Station every 30 minutes. Tickets cost £28–70 and the journey takes 3h 55m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Watford Junction to Barn Street via Bletchley, Coventry, Manchester Piccadilly, and Piccadilly Gardens in around 5h 48m.

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