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Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Oxford to Oldham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £24 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 29m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £24, while a train costs an average of £97.
Distance: 207 km
Most popular Coach | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£24 Average Price Cheapest | £97 Average Price | £42 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 34m Average total duration 5h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 29m Average total duration Fastest 2h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 13m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Compare the available ways to get from Oxford to Oldham, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
This is compared to other travel options from Oxford to Oldham:
A coach is £74 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Oxford to Oldham costing on average £97.
Other travel options to Oldham take longer:
Coach takes on average 5h 34m.
You'll arrive about 14m sooner (2h 59m by train vs 3h 13m by car). Tickets start at around £97 compared to roughly £42 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
The most popular day trips by train from Oldham are Liverpool, Leeds, Sheffield and York. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Oldham on Omio.
Liverpool is known for The Beatles, football and a waterfront shaped by its maritime past. Its grand docks, museums and lively city centre give it a proud, creative character.
Leeds is a major West Yorkshire city known for Victorian arcades, shopping and a lively music scene. Its industrial heritage, regenerated waterfront and large student population give it an energetic but down-to-earth character.
Sheffield is known for its steelmaking heritage, modern music culture and easy access to green space. It feels both urban and outdoorsy, with Victorian buildings, independent venues and the Peak District nearby.
York is known for its Roman and Viking heritage, medieval streets and the imposing York Minster. Its compact centre, old walls and busy mix of shops, pubs and museums make it easy to grasp the city's historic character.
Travel to Oldham easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Oxford to Oldham.
This is compared to other travel options from Oxford to Oldham:
A coach is £74 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Oxford to Oldham costing on average £97.
Other travel options to Oldham take longer:
Coach takes on average 5h 34m.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Oxford and Oldham as scheduled services by can vary by season or day of the week.
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