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Gallery Oldham
Oldham’s main museum and gallery, with local history displays, changing exhibitions and family-friendly interpretation in a central venue.
Cheapest price
£28
Average price
£28
Fastest journey
1 h 26 m
Average duration
1 h 26 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
60 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Stoke-on-Trent to Oldham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Stoke-on-Trent to Oldham will cost around £28 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £28.
Of the 1 trains that leave Stoke-on-Trent 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 trains cover the 60 km distance in an average of 1 h 26 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 26 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 26 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.


Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Stoke-on-Trent to Oldham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 49m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £6, and a train costs an average of £14.
Distance: 60 km
Most popular Train | Coach |
|---|---|
£24 Average Price | £6 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 19m Average total duration Fastest 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 52m Average total duration 1h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
The table below shows live departures for Stoke-on-Trent to Oldham trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 5 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 7:49 Stoke-on-Trent | 1h26 | 9:15 Oldham | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Stoke-on-Trent to Oldham run on average 17 times per day, taking around 49m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £14 but you can travel from only £6 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:59, the last at 22:27. The fastest train covers the 60 km distance in 1h 26m.
Distance 60 km |
Average train duration 49m |
Cheapest ticket price £14 |
Trains per day 17 |
Fastest train 1h 26m |
First train 5:59 |
Last train 22:27 |
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Discover the best of Oldham — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Oldham trip today.
Oldham’s main museum and gallery, with local history displays, changing exhibitions and family-friendly interpretation in a central venue.
Working heritage tramway museum offering restored tram rides and exhibits on Greater Manchester transport history in a scenic hillside setting.
Small local museum in Saddleworth covering village life, industry and landscape, useful for understanding the area beyond central Oldham.
Open moorland and woodland around Dovestone Reservoir, popular for scenic walks, birdlife and dramatic Pennine landscapes near Oldham.
Restored canal-side village centre with independent shops, walks and easy access to Saddleworth countryside. Popular for a relaxed day out.
Country park with reservoirs, wooded trails and broad views. It is one of Oldham’s best outdoor spaces for walking and picnics.
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.
Crumbly black pudding made with pork, fat and oats or barley. Popular across Greater Manchester and often served at breakfast or in barm cakes.
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.
Popular contemporary Indian restaurant known for curries, grilled dishes and a lively atmosphere in the Oldham area.
Smart yet relaxed neighbourhood restaurant serving modern British cooking with seasonal ingredients in Uppermill near Oldham.
Well-regarded local pub and restaurant serving British classics, grills and Sunday roasts in a traditional setting.
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.
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.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Stoke-on-Trent 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.

Most Stoke-on-Trent to Oldham trains use the Stoke-on-Trent to Mills Hill station pair. Use this guide to compare Stoke-on-Trent and Oldham train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Stoke-on-Trent has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink options are available at Stoke-on-Trent.
Wi-Fi is available at Stoke-on-Trent. ATMs are available at Stoke-on-Trent.
Ticket office support is available at Stoke-on-Trent. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Stoke-on-Trent: Parking, WC.
Available at Stoke-on-Trent: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Stoke-on-Trent: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This station has step-free access to all platforms / the platform, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible taxis: By the North end of platform 1, Accessible ticket machines: There are no accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Longport is 4 km from Stoke-on-Trent city centre. Public transport options include:
Longport has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Longport.
Available at Longport: Parking.
Available at Longport: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Longport: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B. This station has a degree of step free access to the platform which may be in both directions or in one direction only - please check for details. Wheelchair users may need assistance on Platform 1 as there are no lowered kerbs on the pavements and the gradient of the ramp to the platform is steep. The gradient of the ramp to Platform 2 is moderate. This station has tactile paving at the edge of each platform, Accessible taxis: Euro 01782 314444, Ramp for train access: No, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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