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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Coventry to Oldham
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 05 Sept
Cheapest price on 05 Sept
£13
Average ticket price on 05 Sept
£14
Fastest journey on 05 Sept
2 h 45 m
Average journey duration on 05 Sept
2 h 57 m
Buses on 05 Sept
7
Distance
132 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Coventry to Oldham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Coventry to Oldham will cost around £14 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £13.
Fast coaches
On Sat 05 Sept, we found 7 buses from Coventry to Oldham, including 6 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 132 km distance in an average of 2 h 57 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 45 m .
The slowest buses will take 3 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.
FlixBus16:253h05Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station19:30Manchester, Shudehill Interchange£131One-way0 changes- FlixBus10:403h10Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station13:50Manchester, Shudehill Interchange£131One-way0 changes
- FlixBus18:303h00Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station21:30Manchester, Shudehill Interchange£131One-way0 changes
- FlixBus8:403h10Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station11:50Manchester, Shudehill Interchange£131One-way0 changes
- FlixBus2:452h45Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station5:30Manchester, Shudehill Interchange£141One-way0 changes
- FlixBus2:452h45Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station5:30Manchester, Shudehill Interchange£141One-way0 changes
- FlixBus0:452h45Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station3:30Manchester, Shudehill Interchange£141One-way0 changes
- FlixBus18:303h00Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station21:30Manchester, Shudehill Interchange£131One-way0 changes
- FlixBus16:253h05Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station19:30Manchester, Shudehill Interchange£131One-way0 changes
- FlixBus10:403h10Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station13:50Manchester, Shudehill Interchange£131One-way0 changes
Live departures
Coventry to Oldham bus times
The table below shows live departures for Coventry to Oldham coaches for tomorrow, Saturday 5 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus | 2:45 Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station | 2h45 | 5:30 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 8:40 Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station | 3h10 | 11:50 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 10:40 Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station | 3h10 | 13:50 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 16:25 Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station | 3h05 | 19:30 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 18:30 Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station | 3h30 | 22:00 Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East | 1 change | |
| FlixBus | 18:30 Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station | 3h00 | 21:30 Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Coventry to Oldham
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Take a bus from Coventry to Oldham and enjoy the approximately 132 km long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
There are 1 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:17, the last at 21:44.
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 132 km |
Average bus duration 3h 15m |
Buses per day 21 |
Direct buses 1 |
First bus 0:17 |
Last bus 21:44 |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Best time to book 28 days |
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, FlixBus from Coventry to OldhamYou can travel by bus between Coventry to Oldham with Megabus, FlixBus. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
FlixBus
About
FlixBus is one of Europe’s leading low-cost bus companies, founded in Germany and now offering long-distance services across Europe and the United States. In addition to its extensive daytime network, FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select European routes. Standard amenities include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge devices, extra legroom, luggage space, and onboard toilets, with snacks and drinks available for purchase. FlixBus offers a single Standard ticket type for all routes, which includes one carry-on bag and one checked bag per passenger. Additional fees apply for extra luggage and for reserving specific seats, such as Extra Seats, Table Seats, or Panorama Seats. This combination of affordability, comfort, and wide coverage makes FlixBus a popular choice for budget-conscious travelers.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average FlixBus Duration
3h 10m
Cheapest FlixBus Price
£17
FlixBus frequency
9 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed for a fee; must be booked.
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed; guide dogs travel for free.
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 Megabus Duration
3h 10m
Cheapest Megabus Price
£15
Megabus frequency
4 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.
What's included in each class
Compare Megabus classes and the amenities included in each one.
Front seat
- Free Wi-Fi
- Power plugs
General
- Free Wi-Fi
- Power plugs
Leg
- Free Wi-Fi
- Power plugs
- Extra legroom
Reservable
- Free Wi-Fi
- Power plugs
Standard
- Free Wi-Fi
- Power plugs
Standard +
- Free Wi-Fi
- Power plugs
Table seat
- Free Wi-Fi
- Power plugs
- Extra legroom
Top of stairs
- Free Wi-Fi
- Power plugs
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.
- Recommended
Gallery Oldham
Oldham’s main museum and gallery, with local history displays, changing exhibitions and family-friendly interpretation in a central venue.
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
Get the appOfficial public transport app
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: Coventry to Oldham coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Coventry 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.
The earliest coach from Coventry to Oldham leaves at 0:17. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Coventry to Oldham leaves at 21:44.
Yes, there are 1 direct coaches a day from Coventry to Oldham with Megabus, FlixBus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Coventry to Oldham, you can count on Megabus, FlixBus for the best way to get you to Oldham. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Coventry and Oldham and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
When departing from Coventry , you have various coach station options to start your route from including Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station . When arriving in Oldham , you can end your route in coach stations like Manchester, Shudehill Interchange, Chadderton, Broadway, Manchester, Princess Road / Moss Lane East, Oldham, Cheapside.Passengers board the coach most frequently from Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station, which is located around away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Manchester, Shudehill Interchange, located 0 away from the city centre.
The cheapest month for a coach from Coventry to Oldham is November.
Yes, you can take a between Coventry and Oldham.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Coventry 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.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Coventry to Oldham for coach company Megabus, FlixBus.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Coventry 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.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company FlixBus.
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 Coventry to Oldham.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Coventry 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).
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Coventry 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.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Yes, you can bring your pet on the coach from Coventry to Oldham. The following conditions apply:
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Coventry to Oldham with the following coach company: Megabus, FlixBus
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Coventry to Oldham with the following coach company: Megabus, FlixBus.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Coventry to Oldham with the following coach company: Megabus, FlixBus.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Coventry and Oldham
Most Coventry to Oldham buses use the Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station to Manchester, Shudehill Interchange station pair. Use this guide to compare Coventry and Oldham bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Departure bus stations in Coventry
Arrival bus stations in Oldham
Which Coventry station do buses to Oldham leave from?
Buses from Coventry to Oldham leave from Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station. The station is 1 km from Coventry city centre at Fairfax Street, Coventry CV1 5AD, United Kingdom.
Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus StationFairfax Street, Coventry CV1 5AD, United Kingdom
City-centre transport
Getting to Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station from Coventry city centre
Bus87, 51, 188 · 3m · £2 · every ~8 min
Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station bus station facilities and services
Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Coventry, Pool Meadow Bus Station: Ramps.
Which Oldham station do buses from Coventry arrive at?
Buses from Coventry to Oldham most often arrive at Manchester, Shudehill Interchange. Some services arrive at Chadderton, Broadway, so check your ticket before travel to confirm your Oldham arrival station.
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.
Most popular bus connections from Coventry
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