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Overview: Bus from Cardiff to Oldham
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Buses from Cardiff to Oldham run on average 1 times per day, taking around 9h 20m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £57 but you can travel from only £54 by train.
The earliest coach runs at 08:35, the last at 12:40. The fastest coach covers the 240 km distance in 9h 20m.
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from £54
Distance 240 km |
Average bus duration 9h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price £57 |
Buses per day 1 |
Fastest bus 9h 20m |
First bus 8:35 |
Last bus 12:40 |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from £54
Frequently asked questions about your Cardiff to Oldham trip
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Cardiff to Oldham.
Cheap coach tickets from Cardiff to Oldham can start from as little as £57 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Cardiff to Oldham is £64; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The earliest coach from Cardiff to Oldham leaves at 8:35. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Cardiff to Oldham leaves at 12:40.
There are 1 coaches a day from Cardiff to Oldham which require at least one change with National Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
Why should you book Cardiff to Oldham coaches with Omio?
National Express operates all coaches services from Cardiff to Oldham.
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Bus providers: National Express from Cardiff to OldhamYou can travel by bus between Cardiff to Oldham with National Express for as low as £54. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
National Express
About
National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach company, operating over 550 services per day and serving more than 900 destinations nationwide. It also runs frequent services to major UK airports — including Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, and Bristol — 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and offer free Wi-Fi and onboard entertainment. Most vehicles are equipped with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, allowing you to charge your phone or laptop during your journey. Ticket options include Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare, with the latter providing maximum flexibility for cancellations or changes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average National Express Duration
9h 20m
Cheapest National Express Price
£57
National Express frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible toilets.
Bikes
Folding Bikes are allowed; non-folding bikes are not allowed.
Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Cardiff and Oldham
Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.
When taking a coach from Cardiff to Oldham, you can count on National Express for the best way to get you to Oldham. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Cardiff and Oldham and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Cardiff to Oldham:
- National Express
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Accessible toilets.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Cardiff to Oldham for coach company National Express.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Cardiff to Oldham depends on the coach companies:
- National Express
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company {providersWithBike}.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from Cardiff to Oldham.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Cardiff to Oldham:
- National Express
- Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Cardiff to Oldham:
- National Express
- 10€ per additional bag.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Cardiff to Oldham.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Cardiff to Oldham with the following coach company: National Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Cardiff to Oldham with the following coach company: National Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Cardiff to Oldham with the following coach company: National Express.
Complete guide to Oldham
Things to do in Oldham
Discover the best of Oldham — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Oldham trip today.
Heaton Park Tramway Museum
Working heritage tramway museum offering restored tram rides and exhibits on Greater Manchester transport history in a scenic hillside setting.
Saddleworth Museum
Small local museum in Saddleworth covering village life, industry and landscape, useful for understanding the area beyond central Oldham.
- Must visit
Dovestone Reservoir
Open moorland and woodland around Dovestone Reservoir, popular for scenic walks, birdlife and dramatic Pennine landscapes near Oldham.
- Recommended
Uppermill
Restored canal-side village centre with independent shops, walks and easy access to Saddleworth countryside. Popular for a relaxed day out.
- Recommended
Alexandra Park
Country park with reservoirs, wooded trails and broad views. It is one of Oldham’s best outdoor spaces for walking and picnics.
- Gluten-free
Lancashire Hotpot
A hearty Lancashire hotpot of lamb or mutton, onions and sliced potatoes, long baked. It is a defining dish of Greater Manchester and mill-town cooking.
Black Pudding
Crumbly black pudding made with pork, fat and oats or barley. Popular across Greater Manchester and often served at breakfast or in barm cakes.
Barm Cake
A soft floured barm bread roll, often filled with chips, bacon or sausage. It is a classic North West snack and common in Oldham cafés and chippies.
Blue Tiffin
Popular contemporary Indian restaurant known for curries, grilled dishes and a lively atmosphere in the Oldham area.
The White Hart at Lydgate
Smart yet relaxed neighbourhood restaurant serving modern British cooking with seasonal ingredients in Uppermill near Oldham.
The Roebuck Inn
Well-regarded local pub and restaurant serving British classics, grills and Sunday roasts in a traditional setting.
Pound sterling (£)
Moderate for the UK. Oldham is usually cheaper than central Manchester for dining and stays, while local buses and trams keep everyday travel costs manageable.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £8-12 for fast food or a simple meal.
- Mid-range
- £15-30 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- £45+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- £2.50-4 for a cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is usual if service is not included. Round up taxi fares. Tipping in cafés is optional, often just small change.
Bee Network
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Prices
- Single ticket
- £2.00
- Day pass
- £6.00
To the city centre
Oldham Cheapside -> Oldham Central
- Distance
- 0.4 km
- Travel time
- 5 min
- Contactless tap and go works across Bee Network bus and tram, and TfGM caps the fare automatically.
- Buy tram tickets in the Bee Network app or at platform machines before boarding; you need a valid ticket or tap-in to avoid a penalty fare.
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.
Yes, you can take a between Cardiff and Oldham.
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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Cardiff and Oldham
Most Cardiff to Oldham buses use the Cardiff, Sophia Gardens to Oldham, Cheapside station pair. Use this guide to compare Cardiff and Oldham bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Departure bus stations in Cardiff
Arrival bus stations in Oldham
Which Cardiff station do buses to Oldham leave from?
Buses from Cardiff to Oldham leave from Cardiff, Sophia Gardens. The station is 1 km from Cardiff city centre at Cardiff Coach Station, Sophia Gardens, 2 Sophia Cl, Pontcanna, Cardiff CF11 9HW, UK.
Cardiff, Sophia GardensCardiff Coach Station, Sophia Gardens, 2 Sophia Cl, Pontcanna, Cardiff CF11 9HW, UK
City-centre transport
Getting to Cardiff, Sophia Gardens from Cardiff city centre
Bus25, 62, 63, 25A, 64 · 3m · £2 · every ~14 min
C1 · 16m · every ~8 min
Cardiff, Sophia Gardens bus station facilities and services
Cardiff, Sophia Gardens has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Cardiff, Sophia Gardens. ATMs are available at Cardiff, Sophia Gardens.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Cardiff, Sophia Gardens.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Cardiff, Sophia Gardens: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Cardiff, Sophia Gardens: Basic accessibility features available.
Which Oldham station do buses from Cardiff arrive at?
Buses from Cardiff to Oldham arrive at Oldham, Cheapside. Oldham, Cheapside is from Oldham city centre.
Oldham, CheapsideOldham Central Bus Station, Oldham OL1 1NZ, UK
City-centre transport
Getting to Oldham, Cheapside from Oldham city centre
Bus84, 775, 774, 83, 409, 149, 59, 81, 426, 415, 183, 76A, 76 · 3m · £2 · every ~133 min
Oldham, Cheapside bus station facilities and services
Oldham, Cheapside has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Oldham, Cheapside. ATMs are available at Oldham, Cheapside.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Oldham, Cheapside.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Oldham, Cheapside: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Oldham, Cheapside: Basic accessibility features available.
Bus stations for Cardiff to Oldham
Check bus stations information for Cardiff and Oldham, including where buses depart and arrive on this route.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Cardiff, Sophia Gardens, which is located around 1 km away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Oldham, Cheapside, located 0 away from the city centre.
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