Bradford to Oldham train with Northern Rail

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Bradford to Oldham

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 19 Sept

Cheapest price on 19 Sept

£16

Average ticket price on 19 Sept

£16

Fastest journey on 19 Sept

54 m

Average journey duration on 19 Sept

55 m

Trains on 19 Sept

12

Distance

37 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Bradford to Oldham will cost around £16 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £16.

Fast trains

To travel from Bradford to Oldham you need to make at least one change.

  • Northern RailG89207 · P24052
    9:340h55
    Bradford Interchange (BDI)
    10:29Mills Hill (MIH)
    £161One-way
    1 change
  • Northern RailG89087 · G85309
    10:040h56
    Bradford Interchange (BDI)
    11:00Mills Hill (MIH)
    £161One-way
    1 change
  • Northern RailG89202 · P24048
    8:350h54
    Bradford Interchange (BDI)
    9:29Mills Hill (MIH)
    £161One-way
    1 change
  • Northern RailG89084 · G85303
    9:040h56
    Bradford Interchange (BDI)
    10:00Mills Hill (MIH)
    £161One-way
    1 change
  • Northern RailG89213 · P24056
    10:340h55
    Bradford Interchange (BDI)
    11:29Mills Hill (MIH)
    £161One-way
    1 change

Travel Information

Compare coach and train for Bradford to Oldham

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Bradford to Oldham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £9 For those with little time, consider booking a coach, which has an average total journey time of 1h 6m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.0kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £9, while a train costs an average of £17.

Distance: 37 km

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Train
Most popular
Coach
Driving

£17

Average Price

£9

Average Price

Cheapest

£8

Average Price

(fuel + tolls)

1h 22m

Average total duration

52m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

1h 6m

Average total duration

Fastest

36m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

44m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

0.0 - 0.0kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

0.0 - 0.1kg

CO2 emissions

-

CO2 emissions

Northern Rail

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National Express

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Your own car or car rental

Direct Options

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Bradford to Oldham is a coach with an average price of £9.

This is compared to other travel options from Bradford to Oldham:

A coach is £8 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bradford to Oldham costing on average £17.

The fastest way to travel from Bradford to Oldham is by coach with an average journey time of 36m.

Other travel options to Oldham take longer:

Train takes on average 52m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Bradford and Oldham including taking a coach and train.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around £17 compared to roughly £8 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-8.38. The journey takes 52m versus 44m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.

Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.

Live departures

Bradford to Oldham train times

The table below shows live departures for Bradford to Oldham trains for today, Friday 18 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Northern RailG89230 · P24029
Delayed
14:06 14:34Bradford Interchange (BDI)
0h55
15:29 Mills Hill (MIH)
1 change
Northern RailG89230 · P24029
Delayed
14:06 14:34Bradford Interchange (BDI)
0h58
15:32 Moston (MSO)
1 change
Northern RailG89105 · G85325
On time
15:04 Bradford Interchange (BDI)
0h59
16:03 Moston (MSO)
1 change
Northern RailG89105 · G85325
On time
15:04 Bradford Interchange (BDI)
0h56
16:00 Mills Hill (MIH)
1 change
Northern RailG89235 · P24036
On time
15:34 Bradford Interchange (BDI)
0h58
16:32 Moston (MSO)
1 change
Northern RailG89235 · P24036
On time
15:34 Bradford Interchange (BDI)
0h55
16:29 Mills Hill (MIH)
1 change
Northern RailG89075 · G90363
On time
16:04 Bradford Interchange (BDI)
0h56
17:00 Mills Hill (MIH)
1 change
Northern RailG89075 · G90363
On time
16:04 Bradford Interchange (BDI)
0h59
17:03 Moston (MSO)
1 change
Northern RailG89239 · P24040
On time
16:34 Bradford Interchange (BDI)
0h55
17:29 Mills Hill (MIH)
1 change
Northern RailG89239 · P24040
On time
16:34 Bradford Interchange (BDI)
0h58
17:32 Moston (MSO)
1 change
Northern RailG89078 · G90365
On time
17:04 Bradford Interchange (BDI)
0h59
18:03 Moston (MSO)
1 change
Northern RailG89078 · G90365
On time
17:04 Bradford Interchange (BDI)
0h56
18:00 Mills Hill (MIH)
1 change
Northern RailG89082 · G85302
On time
18:05 Bradford Interchange (BDI)
0h55
19:00 Mills Hill (MIH)
1 change
Northern RailG89082 · G85302
On time
18:05 Bradford Interchange (BDI)
0h58
19:03 Moston (MSO)
1 change
Northern RailG89249 · P24050
On time
18:36 Bradford Interchange (BDI)
0h56
19:32 Moston (MSO)
1 change
Northern RailG89249 · P24050
On time
18:36 Bradford Interchange (BDI)
0h53
19:29 Mills Hill (MIH)
1 change
Northern RailG89100 · G85304
On time
19:03 Bradford Interchange (BDI)
1h00
20:03 Moston (MSO)
1 change
Northern RailG89100 · G85304
On time
19:03 Bradford Interchange (BDI)
0h57
20:00 Mills Hill (MIH)
1 change
Northern RailG89253 · P24054
On time
19:34 Bradford Interchange (BDI)
0h58
20:32 Moston (MSO)
1 change
Northern RailG89253 · P24054
On time
19:34 Bradford Interchange (BDI)
0h55
20:29 Mills Hill (MIH)
1 change
Northern RailG89257 · P24058
On time
20:34 Bradford Interchange (BDI)
0h58
21:32 Moston (MSO)
1 change
Northern RailG89257 · P24058
On time
20:34 Bradford Interchange (BDI)
0h55
21:29 Mills Hill (MIH)
1 change
Northern RailG89278 · P24061
On time
21:04 Bradford Interchange (BDI)
0h56
22:00 Mills Hill (MIH)
1 change
Northern RailG89278 · P24061
On time
21:04 Bradford Interchange (BDI)
0h59
22:03 Moston (MSO)
1 change
Northern RailG89283 · G85310
On time
22:05 Bradford Interchange (BDI)
0h58
23:03 Moston (MSO)
1 change
Northern RailG89283 · G85310
On time
22:05 Bradford Interchange (BDI)
0h55
23:00 Mills Hill (MIH)
1 change
Saturday 19 September
Northern RailG89080 · G853018:04 Bradford Interchange (BDI)
0h59
9:03 Moston (MSO)1 change
Northern RailG89080 · G853018:04 Bradford Interchange (BDI)
0h56
9:00 Mills Hill (MIH)1 change
Northern RailG89202 · P240488:35 Bradford Interchange (BDI)
0h57
9:32 Moston (MSO)1 change
Northern RailG89202 · P240488:35 Bradford Interchange (BDI)
0h54
9:29 Mills Hill (MIH)1 change
Northern RailG89084 · G853039:04 Bradford Interchange (BDI)
0h59
10:03 Moston (MSO)1 change
Northern RailG89084 · G853039:04 Bradford Interchange (BDI)
0h56
10:00 Mills Hill (MIH)1 change
Northern RailG89207 · P240529:34 Bradford Interchange (BDI)
0h55
10:29 Mills Hill (MIH)1 change
Northern RailG89207 · P240529:34 Bradford Interchange (BDI)
0h58
10:32 Moston (MSO)1 change
Northern RailG89087 · G8530910:04 Bradford Interchange (BDI)
0h56
11:00 Mills Hill (MIH)1 change
Northern RailG89087 · G8530910:04 Bradford Interchange (BDI)
0h59
11:03 Moston (MSO)1 change
Northern RailG89213 · P2405610:34 Bradford Interchange (BDI)
0h55
11:29 Mills Hill (MIH)1 change
Northern RailG89213 · P2405610:34 Bradford Interchange (BDI)
0h58
11:32 Moston (MSO)1 change

This is the last train of the day.

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Bradford to Oldham

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Trains from Bradford to Oldham run on average 13 times per day, taking around 52m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £9 but you can travel from only £5 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 05:34, the last at 23:28. The fastest train covers the 37 km distance in 46m.

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
Coach from £5
Distance
37 km
Average train duration
52m
Cheapest ticket price
£9
Trains per day
13
Fastest train
46m
First train
5:34
Last train
23:28
Cheapest Month
May
Cheapest Day
Tue
High Season
Apr - Jun
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Sun
Least Busy Day
Tue
Best time to book
1 day
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
Coach from £5

Train companies: Transpennine Express, Northern Rail from Bradford to Oldham trainsTranspennine Express, Northern Rail trains will get you between Bradford and Oldham from £5. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Transpennine Express

About
Transpennine Express is a train company based in the United Kingdom. It operates services from Manchester and Liverpool to Scotland, the North East and Yorkshire. It offers a range of services, including express, regional and local trains. Express trains are the fastest, with journey times of up to three hours. Regional trains are slower, but offer more stops and a more relaxed atmosphere. Local trains are the slowest, but offer the most stops. Transpennine Express offers a range of ticket types, including single, return, group and season tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power sockets, comfortable seating and a range of food and drink options. The most popular routes for Transpennine Express are Manchester to Edinburgh, Liverpool to Leeds and Manchester to York. These routes offer a convenient and comfortable way to travel between the cities.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Transpennine Express Duration
1h 2m
Cheapest Transpennine Express Price
£33
Transpennine Express frequency
2 a day
Luggage included
2 large items and 1 small hand luggage included
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at the end of carriages, and under seats
Cancellation Policy
Refund policies apply as per ticket type
Refund
Full refund if service is cancelled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service with drinks and snacks, plus a small selection of hot and cold food items
Seat reservation
Seat reservations are free of charge and recommended for busy routes
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, priority seating, assistance booking service
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

Northern Rail

About
Northern Trains is a publicly owned train operating company in the United Kingdom, headquartered in York. It runs local and commuter services across the north of England, connecting regions including the North East, North West, East Midlands, Staffordshire, Yorkshire, and the Humber coastline. As part of the National Rail network, Northern operates under a coordinated fare and ticketing system alongside other UK train companies.Ticket types include Advance, Off-Peak, Anytime Day, single, return, and season tickets, with only one class option available: Standard. Onboard amenities may include comfortable seating, free Wi-Fi, and refreshments on select services. Popular routes include connections between major northern cities such as Manchester, Liverpool, and Leeds.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Northern Rail Duration
46m
Cheapest Northern Rail Price
£9
Northern Rail frequency
12 a day
Luggage included
2 large items of luggage and 1 small hand luggage
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, luggage areas at end of carriages, under seats
Cancellation Policy
See refund policy for ticket types
Refund
Full refund if service canceled
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Trolley service on most services with drinks and snacks. Some stations have cafes and shops
Seat reservation
Seat reservations available but not mandatory. Free of charge when booking advance tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, ramps for boarding, passenger assistance service available
Pets
Small pets travel free. Dogs must be on a lead. Maximum two dogs per passenger
Quiet zone

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.

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.

FAQs: Bradford to Oldham train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bradford to Oldham by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Oldham, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Bradford to Oldham can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £9, while the average price tends to be around £17.
The train journey from Bradford to Oldham covers a distance of 37 km and takes approximately 46m. Trains run 13 per day.
The train distance from Bradford to Oldham is 37 km.
The first train from Bradford to Oldham leaves at 5:34.
The last train from Bradford to Oldham departs at 23:28.
Trains from Bradford to Oldham run approximately 13 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Bradford to Oldham.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Bradford to Oldham.
To get from Bradford to Oldham, you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.
There is no night train service from Bradford to Oldham.
The train station in Bradford that goes to Oldham is Bradford Interchange (BDI), and it arrives at Mills Hill (MIH).
The cheapest way to get from Bradford to Oldham is by coach, costing approximately £5.
Booking trains from Bradford to Oldham in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Bradford to Oldham offers a mix of urban and countryside views, with sections passing through the scenic Pennine landscapes, providing glimpses of rolling hills and picturesque villages.
Yes, a day trip from Bradford to Oldham is feasible. The journey takes 46m and covers a distance of 37 km. Trains run 17 times per day.
For a fulfilling visit to Oldham, 2 to 3 days are ideal to explore local attractions like the Saddleworth area, Gallery Oldham, and local markets.
Yes, you can take the train from Bradford to Oldham.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Bradford and Oldham

Most Bradford to Oldham trains use the Bradford Interchange to Mills Hill station pair. Use this guide to compare Bradford and Oldham train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Bradford
Arrival train stations in Oldham

Which Bradford station do trains to Oldham leave from?

Trains from Bradford to Oldham leave from Bradford Interchange. The station is from Bradford city centre at Bradford Interchange station, Bridge Street, Bradford, West Yorkshire, BD1 1TU.
Bradford InterchangeBradford Interchange station, Bridge Street, Bradford, West Yorkshire, BD1 1TU+44 800 200 6060ShoppingParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar Rental
City-centre transport

Getting to Bradford Interchange from Bradford city centre

Bus662, 820, 864 · 6m · £3 · every ~13 min

Bradford Interchange train station facilities and services

Bradford Interchange has practical services for this route, including Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Car Rental.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Bradford Interchange.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

ATMs are available at Bradford Interchange.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Bradford Interchange.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Bradford Interchange: Parking, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Bradford Interchange: Bike Parking, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Bradford Interchange: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A Station, Scooter Friendly Station - There is level access to all the platforms and a wheelchair is available if pre-booked via 0800 138 5560, or by asking for help at the Station Supervisors office next to platform 1. There are also escalators and lifts available from the bus station below up to the rail station. Please note that escalators and lifts are not operated by Northern or Network Rail, Accessible public telephones: in the interchange, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Wheelchairs available open hours: As per ticket office opening hours, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.

Bradford Forster SquareBradford Forster Square station, Forster Square, Bradford, West Yorkshire, BD1 4HY+44 8002006060ParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike Parking
City-centre transport

Getting to Bradford Forster Square from Bradford city centre

Bus622, 626, 680 · 2m · £0.90 · every ~12 min

Bradford Forster Square train station facilities and services

Bradford Forster Square has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Bradford Forster Square.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

ATMs are available at Bradford Forster Square.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Bradford Forster Square.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Bradford Forster Square: Parking, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Bradford Forster Square: Bike Parking.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Bradford Forster Square: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category A Station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station Scooter Friendly Station - There is level access to all the platforms and ramps are available. Lift available 06:00 - 19:00 Monday to Saturday, 09:00 - 18:00 Sunday, however there is an alternative accessible route without having to use lift, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.

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