How much is the train ticket from Manchester to Oldham?

The cheapest train tickets from Manchester to Oldham start from $7. The average price for this train route is around $11. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Manchester to Oldham?

The average train ride duration from Manchester to Oldham is 22m, covering a distance of 10 miles (16 km). The quickest train can get you there in 18m and is operated by Transpennine Express .

Which train operators service the Manchester to Oldham route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 9 trains available per day.

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Manchester to Oldham?

The earliest train departs from Manchester to Oldham at 7:00am. And the latest train departs at 11:45pm.

Train Manchester to Oldham from $7

Previously seen trips

Next departures for Manchester to Oldham on December 10
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	8:00pm	Manchester Piccadilly	22m	8:22pm	Greenfield	No tags
Train	9:00pm	Manchester Piccadilly	22m	9:22pm	Greenfield	No tags
Train	9:58pm	Manchester Piccadilly	21m	10:19pm	Greenfield	No tags
Train	10:30pm	Manchester Victoria	18m	10:48pm	Greenfield	No tags
Train	11:32pm	Manchester Victoria	21m	11:53pm	Greenfield	No tags

Compare 2 ways to go from Manchester to Oldham

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Oldham. The journey takes about 25 minutes and with fares starting at just $5, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

1bus per day

25mAverage Duration

7 milesDistance

0kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$5 - $5	Average Duration25m	CO₂ emissions 0kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$7 - $22	Average Duration22m	CO₂ emissions 0kg CO₂e

Train Companies

Transpennine Express

3.5/522 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness3.7

Cleanliness4.6

Wifi5

Based on 22 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the staff and the seats but often complained with the timeliness. Transpennine Express ticket prices on this trip start at $7

Train and bus companies in GB:Amtrak, Trenitalia, Renfe, VIA Rail Canada, RegioJet, FlixTrain, Amtrak Acela

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Manchester to Oldham by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Manchester to Oldham?
The cheapest train tickets from Manchester to Oldham start from $7. The average price for this train route is around $11. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Manchester to Oldham?
The average train ride duration from Manchester to Oldham is 22m, covering a distance of 10 miles (16 km). The quickest train can get you there in 18m and is operated by Transpennine Express.
Which train operators service the Manchester to Oldham route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 9 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Manchester to Oldham?
The earliest train departs from Manchester to Oldham at 7:00am. And the latest train departs at 11:45pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

12/08

$7

12/09

$7

Today

$7

12/11

$7

12/12

No data

12/13

$7

12/14

$10

12/15

$7

The cheapest trip from Manchester to Oldham was searched and found on Dec 9, 2025 with a price of $7

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Manchester to Oldham, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $7 to $20 for a train ticket from Manchester to Oldham based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $7 which is on 2025-12-11.