The cheapest and fastest coaches from Birmingham to Oldham
Cheapest price
£8
Average price
£10
Fastest journey
1 h 55 m
Average duration
2 h 16 m
Buses per day
13
Distance
119 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Birmingham to Oldham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Birmingham to Oldham will cost around £10 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £8.
Of the 13 buses that leave Birmingham for Oldham every day 12 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 119 km distance in an average of 2 h 16 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 55 m .
The slowest buses will take 2 h 30 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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Compare coach and train for Birmingham to Oldham
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Birmingham to Oldham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £6. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 2h 12m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £6, and a train costs an average of £28.
Distance: 119 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
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£8 Average Price Cheapest | £36 Average Price |
2h 42m Average total duration Fastest 2h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 32m Average total duration 3h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Birmingham to Oldham bus times
The table below shows live departures for Birmingham to Oldham coaches for today, Monday 15 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 20:25 Birmingham | 2h15 | 22:40 Oldham | 0 changesdirect | |
| Tuesday 16 December | |||||
FlixBus | 00:05 Birmingham | 1h55 | 02:00 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 03:20 Birmingham | 2h30 | 05:50 Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 03:20 Birmingham | 2h50 | 06:10 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 08:00 Birmingham | 2h30 | 10:30 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 11:10 Birmingham | 2h30 | 13:40 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 0 changesdirect | |
NX120 · NX171 | On time 12:00 Birmingham, Coach Station | 4h45 | 16:45 Failsworth, Oldham Road | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 13:40 Birmingham | 2h20 | 16:00 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 14:10 Birmingham | 2h30 | 16:40 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 16:10 Birmingham | 2h30 | 18:40 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Birmingham to Oldham
Buses from Birmingham to Oldham run on average 9 times per day, taking around 2h 12m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £6 if you book in advance.
There are 6 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 119 km distance in 1h 55m.
Distance 119 km |
Average bus duration 2h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price £6 |
Buses per day 9 |
Direct buses 6 |
Fastest bus 1h 55m |
First bus 00:05 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: Megabus, FlixBus from Birmingham to OldhamYou can travel by bus between Birmingham to Oldham with Megabus, FlixBus for as low as £6. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Birmingham to Oldham coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Birmingham to Oldham by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Oldham, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Birmingham and Oldham
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria and fast-food options inside the station
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 97, 97A, X1, X2 Train: Birmingham New Street
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