Bristol to Oldham bus with Megabus

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Bristol to Oldham

Showing times and prices for 05 Feb

Cheapest price

£10

Average price

£11

Fastest journey

3 h 25 m

Average duration

3 h 33 m

Buses per day

2

Distance

234 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Bristol to Oldham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Bristol to Oldham will cost around £11 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £10.

Fast coaches

Of the 2 buses that leave Bristol for Oldham every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct buses cover the 234 km distance in an average of 3 h 33 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 25 m .

The slowest buses will take 3 h 40 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.

FlixBus
13:053h25
Bristol
16:30Oldham
£101One-way
0 changes
FlixBus
16:103h40
Bristol
19:50Oldham
£121One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare coach and train for Bristol to Oldham

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Bristol to Oldham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £10. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 4h 29m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £10, and a train costs an average of £55.

Distance: 234 km

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Train

£13

Average Price

Cheapest

£55

Average Price

4h 59m

Average total duration

Fastest

4h 29m

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30m

Additional time*

5h 47m

Average total duration

5h 17m

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30m

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Live departures

Bristol to Oldham bus times

The table below shows live departures for Bristol to Oldham coaches for today, Wednesday 4 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at 02:30
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
meinfernbus_flixbus16:10 Bristol
3h40
19:50 Oldham0 changesdirect

This is the last bus of the day.

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Bristol to Oldham

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Buses from Bristol to Oldham run on average 5 times per day, taking around 4h 29m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £10 if you book in advance.

There are 4 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 02:45, the last at 23:40. The fastest coach covers the 234 km distance in 3h 25m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
234 km
Average bus duration
4h 29m
Cheapest ticket price
£10
Buses per day
5
Direct buses
4
Fastest bus
3h 25m
First bus
02:45
Last bus
23:40
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Bus providers: Megabus from Bristol to OldhamYou can travel by bus between Bristol to Oldham with Megabus for as low as £10. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

Megabus

About
Megabus is a low-cost intercity bus service operating across the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom. Known for its affordable fares, including promotional $1 tickets, Megabus offers routes connecting over 500 cities and university campuses in North America. The company provides amenities such as air conditioning, power outlets, free Wi-Fi, and onboard restrooms, with many routes utilizing double-decker buses for scenic views. Megabus aims to provide safe, convenient, and affordable express bus travel.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 15m
Cheapest Price
£24
Megabus frequency
5 a day
Luggage included
One piece of luggage is included per passenger reservation. For guidance, a piece of luggage must not exceed 62 inches (length + width + height) and should not weigh more than 50 pounds (23kg).
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased by buying an additional travel ticket in advance or by adding up to two additional pieces when booking for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
Megabus reservations cannot be canceled or refunded, but they can be traded in for another journey up to 3 hours before your original scheduled departure for a fee.
Refund
If Megabus fails to provide on-time reliable service for reasons wholly within their control, refunds or alternative travel arrangements may be offered.
Pregnant on board
Being pregnant on board is allowed, but no specific details or restrictions are provided.
Unaccompagned minor
Unaccompanied minors under the age of 17 are not permitted to travel on Megabus.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cold food and drinks, as well as hot drinks with a lid, are allowed on board, but hot food is not.
Seat reservation
Reserved seats can be purchased for an additional fee, starting from £2.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.
Entertaiment on board

FAQs: Bristol to Oldham coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bristol 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.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Bristol to Oldham can start from as little as £10 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Bristol to Oldham is £13; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from Bristol to Oldham is 3h 25m to travel the 234 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from Bristol to Oldham leaves at 2:45. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Bristol to Oldham leaves at 23:40.
Yes, there are 4 direct coaches a day from Bristol to Oldham with Megabus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Bristol to Oldham, you can count on Megabus for the best way to get you to Oldham. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Bristol and Oldham and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
When departing from Bristol , you have various coach station options to start your route from including Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St), Bristol, Bond Street (Cabot Circus), Stoke Gifford, UWE East Gate, Bristol, Airport . When arriving in Oldham , you can end your route in coach stations like Manchester, Shudehill Interchange, Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East.Passengers board the coach most frequently from Bristol, Bus & Coach Station (Marlborough St), which is located around 0 away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Manchester, Shudehill Interchange, located 0 away from the city centre.
A trip to Oldham from Bristol is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 3h 25m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Bristol to Oldham is May.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Bristol and Oldham including taking a coach and train.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Bristol to Oldham:
  • Megabus
    • Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Bristol to Oldham for coach company Megabus.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Bristol to Oldham depends on the coach companies:
  • Megabus
    • Megabus reservations cannot be canceled or refunded, but they can be traded in for another journey up to 3 hours before your original scheduled departure for a fee.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Bristol to Oldham.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from Bristol to Oldham.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Bristol to Oldham:
  • Megabus
    • One piece of luggage is included per passenger reservation. For guidance, a piece of luggage must not exceed 62 inches (length + width + height) and should not weigh more than 50 pounds (23kg).
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Bristol to Oldham:
  • Megabus
    • Additional luggage can be purchased by buying an additional travel ticket in advance or by adding up to two additional pieces when booking for a fee.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Bristol to Oldham.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Bristol to Oldham with the following coach company: Megabus
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Bristol to Oldham with the following coach company: Megabus.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Bristol to Oldham with the following coach company: Megabus.

popular bus stations

Important Stations and Airports in Bristol and Oldham

Bristol
Oldham
Bristol, Bond Street (Cabot Circus)
information
Amenities at bus station
WifiWifi
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 06:00-22:00
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
11 km
carConnection
Car connection
North Side Road
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi
Dining
Dining
  • Café in the terminal (in the station)
  • Fast-food outlet (in the station).
Taxis
Taxis
  • Available outside the terminal.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps
WC
WC
  • Available in the station.
Public transport options for Bristol, Airport
  • Bus: A1, A2

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