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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Cardiff to Oldham
Cheapest price
£50
Average price
£50
Fastest journey
10 h 10 m
Average duration
10 h 10 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
240 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Cardiff to Oldham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cardiff to Oldham will cost around £50 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £50.
Of the 1 buses that leave Cardiff for Oldham every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 240 km distance in an average of 10 h 10 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 10 h 10 m .
The slowest buses will take 10 h 10 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.
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Cardiff to Oldham
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cardiff to Oldham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £26. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 14m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £26, and a train costs an average of £67.
Distance: 240 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£38 Average Price Cheapest | £79 Average Price |
9h 13m Average total duration 8h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 44m Average total duration Fastest 4h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Cardiff to Oldham bus times
The table below shows live departures for Cardiff to Oldham coaches for today, Saturday 21 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 06:10 Cardiff | 6h20 | 12:30 Oldham | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Cardiff to Oldham
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Buses from Cardiff to Oldham run on average 2 times per day, taking around 8h 43m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £26 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 08:35, the last at 12:40. The fastest coach covers the 240 km distance in 6h 20m.
Distance 240 km |
Average bus duration 8h 43m |
Cheapest ticket price £26 |
Buses per day 2 |
Fastest bus 6h 20m |
First bus 08:35 |
Last bus 12:40 |
FAQs: Cardiff to Oldham coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cardiff 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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