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

The cheapest way to get from Watford to Oldham is to line 321 bus and bus which costs £26 - £50 and takes 8h 3m.

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 28m 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, London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) and Piccadilly Gardens. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 49m.

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 28m and costs £55 - £110.

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

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

Bus or fly from Watford to Oldham?

The best way to get from Watford to Oldham is to bus which takes 6h 49m and costs £30 - £50. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs £65 - £170 and takes 6h 26m.

Where does the Watford to Oldham bus arrive?

Watford to Oldham bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Manchester, Shudehill Interchange 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.

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 28m
£57–102
Line 321 bus, bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Market Street to Luton Station Interchangebus 321
2. Take the bus from Milton Keynes Coachway to Manchester Central Coach Stationbus 541 / ...
8h 3m
£27–50
Bus
1. Take the bus from London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) to Manchester, Shudehill Interchangebus Uk023 / ...
6h 49m
£31–50
Drive 171 mi
1. Drive from Watford to Oldhamcar 171 mi
3h 28m
£43–62
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
£62–243
Fly from Luton Airport
1. Fly from Luton Airport (LTN) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LTN - MAN
6h 26m
£65–162
Fly from London City Airport
1. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LCY - MAN
6h 48m
£213–361
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 55m
£109–259

Watford 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, England and Oldham, England?

FlixBus operates a bus from London, Finchley Road ("Subway" restaurant) to Manchester, Shudehill Interchange hourly. Tickets cost £21–35 and the journey takes 4h 10m. Alternatively, Ryanair and easyJet fly from Luton Airport (LTN) to Manchester Airport (MAN) 3 times a day.

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