Leicester to Oldham bus with FlixBus

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Leicester to Oldham

Showing times and prices for 06 Nov

Cheapest price

£12

Average price

£12

Fastest journey

3 h 40 m

Average duration

3 h 40 m

Buses per day

1

Distance

120 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Leicester to Oldham will cost around £12 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £12.

Fast coaches

Of the 1 buses that leave Leicester 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 120 km distance in an average of 3 h 40 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 40 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
15:103h40
Leicester
18:50Oldham
£121One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare coach and train for Leicester to Oldham

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Leicester to Oldham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 56m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £8, and a train costs an average of £32.

Distance: 120 km

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Train

£12

Average Price

Cheapest

£70

Average Price

3h 59m

Average total duration

3h 29m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

2h 26m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 56m

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30m

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Avanti West Coast

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Live departures

Leicester to Oldham bus times

Showing buses for today, Wednesday 5 November
Last updated at 07:35
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Arriva Midlands13:45 Leicester
4h26
18:11 Oldham2 changes

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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Leicester to Oldham

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Buses from Leicester to Oldham run on average 13 times per day, taking around 3h 29m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £8 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
120 km
Average bus duration
3h 29m
Cheapest ticket price
£8
Buses per day
13
Direct buses
1
Fastest bus
3h 40m
First bus
00:17
Last bus
23:55
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: FlixBus, National Express, Arriva Midlands from Leicester to OldhamYou can travel by bus between Leicester to Oldham with FlixBus, National Express, Arriva Midlands for as low as £8. 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.
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Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 40m
Cheapest Price
£8
FlixBus frequency
2 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.

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.
Learn more about National Express
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
6h 10m
Cheapest Price
£20
National Express frequency
12 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.

Arriva Midlands

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 59m
Arriva Midlands frequency
1 a day

FAQs: Leicester to Oldham coach

FAQs: Take the bus from Leicester 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 Leicester to Oldham.
FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Leicester to Oldham can start from as little as £9 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Leicester 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 Leicester to Oldham is 2 h 55 min   to travel the 74 mile long journey, with around there are 4 coaches per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.
The first coach from Leicester to Oldham leaves at 00: 17. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last coach from Leicester to Oldham leaves at 23: 55.
There are 4 coaches a day from Leicester to Oldham which require at least one change with FlixBus, National Express or Arriva Midlands. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
For the route from Leicester to Oldham you can take a coach with FlixBus, National Express or Arriva Midlands. Be sure to check out all possible coach companies that offer services from Leicester to Oldham on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.
A trip to Oldham from Leicester is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2 h 55 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Leicester to Oldham is September.
You have options as you can travel to Oldham from Leicester 2 different ways: coach or train.
No, the coach from Leicester to Oldham has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Leicester to Oldham.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Leicester to Oldham.

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    Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Leicester to Oldham.
    No, luggage for the coach from Leicester to Oldham needs to be booked in addition.
    No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Leicester to Oldham.
    Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Leicester to Oldham.
    No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Leicester to Oldham.
    No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Leicester to Oldham.

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    Leicester Fosse Park, Fosse Park Ave, LE19 1HQ
    Leicester, St.Margaret's Bus Station
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