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How to get to Oldham from Bolton by train, bus, flight or ferry.
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The best way to travel from Bolton to Oldham is by taking a coach because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

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How to Travel from Bolton to Oldham: An Overview
Oldham is a beautiful and historically significant town located roughly 13 miles from Bolton, about 56 minutes journey by train on average. Some main highlights to see while in Oldham include Lancaster Park & Animal Farm, and Dovestone Reservoir. Oldham is steeped in truly fascinating local history and is a wonderful place to visit.
Train: Trains leave Bolton Station roughly twice an hour for Oldham and are operated by Northern Rail. The journey takes around an hour on average with trains arriving in Mills Hill, requiring one change to complete the journey.
Bus: Buses leave Bolton for Oldham in the morning, afternoon and evening and take roughly 1 hour and 35 minutes. The buses are operated by National Express and are a direct service, going straight to Oldham from Bolton.
Flight: Oldham and Bolton are only 13 miles apart, as such no flights run between the two. Those wishing to visit Oldham from Bolton are advised to do so either by bus or by train.
Travelling from Bolton to Oldham: Travel Tips
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What is the cheapest way of getting from Bolton to Oldham?
- The cheapest way of getting between the two cities is by train, especially when booked in advance. What is the fastest way of getting from Bolton to Oldham?
- Travelling by train is the fastest way of reaching Oldham from Bolton.
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Other travel options to Oldham take longer:
Coach takes on average 1h 21m.
- Around 11 trains per day.
- Around 5 coaches per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Bolton and Oldham as scheduled services by coach and train can vary by season or day of the week.
- Trains mostly depart from Bolton station (BON) and arrive in Moston (MSO).
- Travel with Northern Rail (3) to go to Oldham by train.
- Travel with Bee Network to go to Oldham by coach.
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