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

The cheapest way to get from Wigan to Oldham is to line 132 bus and bus and line 83 bus which costs £6 and takes 2h 19m.

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

The fastest way to get from Wigan to Oldham is to drive which takes 34 min and costs £6 - £9.

Is there a direct bus between Wigan and Oldham?

No, there is no direct bus from Wigan station to Oldham. However, there are services departing from Wigan Wallgate Rail Station and arriving at Barn Street via Market Street and Piccadilly Gardens. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 19m.

Is there a direct train between Wigan and Oldham?

No, there is no direct train from Wigan to Oldham. However, there are services departing from Wigan Wallgate and arriving at Oldham King Street via Victoria. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 12m.

How far is it from Wigan to Oldham?

The distance between Wigan and Oldham is 25 miles. The road distance is 25.8 miles.

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

The best way to get from Wigan to Oldham without a car is to train and tram which takes 1h 12m and costs £9 - £17.

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

It takes approximately 1h 12m to get from Wigan to Oldham, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Wigan to Oldham bus from?

Wigan to Oldham bus services, operated by Bee Network, depart from Wigan Wallgate Rail Station.

Where do I catch the Wigan to Oldham train from?

Wigan to Oldham train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Wigan Wallgate station.

Where does the Wigan to Oldham bus arrive?

Wigan to Oldham bus services, operated by Bee Network, arrive at Bag Lane station.

Where does the Wigan to Oldham train arrive?

Wigan to Oldham train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, arrive at Manchester Victoria station.

Can I drive from Wigan to Oldham?

Yes, the driving distance between Wigan to Oldham is 26 miles. It takes approximately 34 min to drive from Wigan to Oldham.

Where can I stay near Oldham?

There are 3850+ hotels available in Oldham.

Wigan to Oldham - 4 ways to travel via train, tram, line 132 bus, and bus

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There are 4 ways to get from Wigan to Oldham by train, tram, bus, car, or taxi

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Train, tram
best
1. Take the train from Wigan Wallgate to Manchester Victoriatrain Wigan Wallgate - Leeds / ...
2. Take the tram from Victoria to Oldham King Streettram Pink Line
1h 12m
£9–17
Line 132 bus, bus, line 83 bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Wigan Wallgate Rail Station to Bag Lanebus 132
2. Take the bus from Market Street to Manchester Town Hallbus V2
3. Take the bus from Piccadilly Gardens to Barn Streetbus 84 / ...
2h 19m
£6
Drive 25.7 mi
1. Drive from Wigan to Oldhamcar 25.7 mi
34 min
£7–9
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Wigan to Oldhamtaxi 25.7 mi
34 min
£55–70

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Distance: 24.5 mi
Duration: 1h 12m

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

You can take a bus from Wigan Wallgate Rail Station to Barn Street via Bag Lane, Market Street, Manchester Town Hall, and Piccadilly Gardens in around 2h 19m.

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