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Compare coach and train for Glasgow to Oldham
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Glasgow to Oldham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £17. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 35m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £17, and a train costs an average of £50.
Distance: 293 km
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£23 Average Price Cheapest | £65 Average Price |
4h 55m Average total duration 4h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 5m Average total duration Fastest 3h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Glasgow to Oldham bus times
Showing buses for today, Wednesday 5 November
Last updated at 04:26
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 09:55 Glasgow | 5h15 | 15:10 Oldham | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Glasgow to Oldham
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Buses from Glasgow to Oldham run on average 5 times per day, taking around 4h 25m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £17 if you book in advance.
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 293 km |
Average bus duration 4h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price £17 |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 4h 0m |
First bus 00:17 |
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 Glasgow to OldhamYou can travel by bus between Glasgow to Oldham with Megabus for as low as £17. 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 5m
Cheapest Price
£21
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.
Entertaiment on board
FAQs: Glasgow to Oldham coach
FAQs: Take the bus from Glasgow to Oldham with ease. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have the information you need to know so you can find the best option from Glasgow to Oldham.
Cheap coach tickets from Glasgow to Oldham can start from as little as £14 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Glasgow to Oldham is £19; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Glasgow to Oldham coach time is 3 h 55 min covering the 181 mile long journey, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Glasgow to Oldham leaves at 00: 17. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The last coach from Glasgow to Oldham leaves at 23: 50.
There are 3 coaches a day from Glasgow to Oldham which require at least one change with Megabus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
For the journey from Glasgow to Oldham you can take a coach with Megabus. Be sure to check out all possible coach companies that offer services between Glasgow and Oldham on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.
A trip to Oldham from Glasgow is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 3 h 55 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Glasgow to Oldham is September.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel to Oldham from Glasgow including taking a coach or train.
No, the coach from Glasgow to Oldham has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Glasgow to Oldham.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Glasgow to Oldham.
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Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Glasgow to Oldham.
No, luggage for the coach from Glasgow to Oldham needs to be booked in addition.
No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Glasgow to Oldham.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Glasgow to Oldham.
No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Glasgow to Oldham.
No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Glasgow to Oldham.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Glasgow and Oldham
Glasgow
Oldham
Amenities at bus station
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Officeinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 05:00-23:59
Car connection
Killermont StreetWifi
- Free Wi-Fi
Dining
- Cafeteria Buchanan (in the station)
- Coffee Express (in the station)
- Fast Bites (in the station).
Taxis
- Available outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
- Elevators, ramps
WC
- Available in the station.
Public transport options for Glasgow, Buchanan Bus Station
- Bus: 500, 900, 38, 60A Train: Queen Street Station Metro: Buchanan Street
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