Leeds to Oldham bus with Megabus

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The cheapest and fastest buses from Leeds to Oldham

Showing times and prices for May 08

Cheapest price

$16

Average price

$19

Fastest journey

1 h 10 m

Average duration

2 h 3 m

Buses per day

2

Distance

47 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Leeds to Oldham will cost around $19 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $16.

Fast buses

Of the 2 buses that leave Leeds for Oldham on Fri, May 08, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Fri, May 08 the direct buses cover the 47 km distance in an average of 2 h 3 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 10 m .

On Fri, May 08 the slowest buses will take 2 h 55 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.

  • National Express
    5:45 PM2h55
    Leeds
    8:40 PMOldham
    $161One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBus
    8:10 PM1h10
    Leeds
    9:20 PMOldham
    $221One-way
    0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare bus and train for Leeds to Oldham

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Leeds to Oldham among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 0m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $5, and a train costs an average of $11.

Distance: 29 miles (47 km)

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Train
Driving

$10

Average price

Cheapest

$14

Average price

$14

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

1h 41m

Average total duration

1h 11m

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30m

Additional time*

1h 30m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 0m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

46m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

Megabus

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Northern Rail

Most popular train company

Your own car or car rental

Direct Options

Direct Options

Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from Leeds to Oldham is a bus with an average price of $10 (€8).

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

A bus is $4 (€3) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Leeds to Oldham costing on average $14 (€11).

The fastest way to travel from Leeds to Oldham is by train with an average journey time of 1h 0m.

Other travel options to Oldham take longer:

Bus takes on average 1h 11m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Leeds and Oldham including taking a bus and train.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Leeds to Oldham among Omio's users.
Take the bus. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.

Tickets start at around $10 (€8) compared to roughly $14 (€11) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $4 (€3). The journey takes 1h 11m versus 46m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.

Direct services are operated by National Express, FlixBus.

Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.

Leeds to Oldham Bus Timetables

OperatorDeparture TimeArrival TimeDurationDeparture daysCheapest price
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
06:20AM
Arrival Time
07:30AM
Duration
1h10
Departure days
Thu
Cheapest price
$8
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
07:50AM
Arrival Time
09:00AM
Duration
1h10
Departure days
Thu
Cheapest price
$11
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
10:05AM
Arrival Time
10:54AM
Duration
0h49
Departure days
Thu
Cheapest price
$19
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
10:10AM
Arrival Time
11:20AM
Duration
1h10
Departure days
Thu
Cheapest price
$13
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
01:00PM
Arrival Time
02:10PM
Duration
1h10
Departure days
Thu
Cheapest price
$9
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
01:55PM
Arrival Time
02:44PM
Duration
0h49
Departure days
Thu
Cheapest price
$16
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
02:20PM
Arrival Time
03:30PM
Duration
1h10
Departure days
Thu
Cheapest price
$8
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
03:20PM
Arrival Time
04:30PM
Duration
1h10
Departure days
Thu
Cheapest price
$8
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
04:30PM
Arrival Time
05:40PM
Duration
1h10
Departure days
Thu
Cheapest price
$8
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
05:40PM
Arrival Time
06:50PM
Duration
1h10
Departure days
Thu
Cheapest price
$8
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
05:45PM
Arrival Time
06:34PM
Duration
0h49
Departure days
Thu
Cheapest price
$14
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
06:50PM
Arrival Time
08:00PM
Duration
1h10
Departure days
Thu
Cheapest price
$8
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
08:10PM
Arrival Time
09:20PM
Duration
1h10
Departure days
Thu
Cheapest price
$8
Operator
National Express
Departure Time
09:30PM
Arrival Time
10:07PM
Duration
0h37
Departure days
Thu
Cheapest price
$14
Operator
FlixBus
Departure Time
09:30PM
Arrival Time
10:40PM
Duration
1h10
Departure days
Thu
Cheapest price
$8

Live departures

Leeds to Oldham bus times

The table below shows live departures for Leeds to Oldham buses for today, Thursday, May 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus4:30 PM Leeds, Coach Station
1h10
5:40 PM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus5:40 PM Leeds, Yorkshire Playhouse
1h10
6:50 PM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX1705:45 PM Leeds, Coach Station
0h49
6:34 PM Manchester, Broadway / Trevor Dr (New Moston)0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX1705:45 PM Leeds, Coach Station
0h42
6:27 PM Chadderton, Broadway0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus6:50 PM Leeds, Coach Station
1h10
8:00 PM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus8:10 PM Leeds, Coach Station
1h10
9:20 PM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange0 transfersDirect
meinfernbus_flixbusFlixBus9:30 PM Leeds, Coach Station
1h10
10:40 PM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX1709:30 PM Leeds, Coach Station
0h37
10:07 PM Chadderton, Broadway0 transfersDirect
national_expressNX1709:30 PM Leeds, Coach Station
0h44
10:14 PM Manchester, Broadway / Trevor Dr (New Moston)0 transfersDirect

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Why book with Omio vs Megabus?

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  • Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including bus and train to find the ideal travel option from Leeds to Oldham.

Journey information

Overview: Bus from Leeds to Oldham

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Buses from Leeds to Oldham run on average 14 times per day, taking around 1h 11m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $5 (€4) if you book in advance.

There are 14 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 01:55, the last at 23:28. The fastest bus covers the 29 miles (47 km) distance in 1h 7m.

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
Distance
29 miles (47 km)
Average bus duration
1h 11m
Cheapest ticket price
$5 (€4)
Buses per day
14
Direct buses
14
Fastest bus
1h 7m
First bus
1:55 AM
Last bus
11:28 PM
Cheapest Month
Jun
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

Bus providers: Megabus, National Express, FlixBus from Leeds to OldhamYou can travel by bus between Leeds to Oldham with Megabus, National Express, FlixBus for as low as $5 (€4). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

FlixBus

About
FlixBus is one of Europe’s leading low-cost bus companies, founded in Germany and now offering long-distance services across Europe and the United States. In addition to its extensive daytime network, FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select European routes. Standard amenities include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge devices, extra legroom, luggage space, and onboard toilets, with snacks and drinks available for purchase. FlixBus offers a single Standard ticket type for all routes, which includes one carry-on bag and one checked bag per passenger. Additional fees apply for extra luggage and for reserving specific seats, such as Extra Seats, Table Seats, or Panorama Seats. This combination of affordability, comfort, and wide coverage makes FlixBus a popular choice for budget-conscious travelers.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 10m
Cheapest Price
$5 (€4)
FlixBus frequency
5 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed for a fee; must be booked.
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed; guide dogs travel for free.

National Express

About
National Express is the UK’s leading long-distance coach company, operating over 550 services per day and serving more than 900 destinations nationwide. It also runs frequent services to major UK airports — including Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton, and Bristol — 24 hours a day. All National Express coaches are air-conditioned and offer free Wi-Fi and onboard entertainment. Most vehicles are equipped with seat belts and power outlets at every seat, allowing you to charge your phone or laptop during your journey. Ticket options include Restricted Fare, Standard Fare, and Fully Flexible Fare, with the latter providing maximum flexibility for cancellations or changes.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 7m
Cheapest Price
$16 (€13)
Luggage included
Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Accessible toilets.
Bikes
Folding Bikes are allowed; non-folding bikes are not allowed.

Megabus

About
Megabus is a low-cost intercity bus service operating across the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom. Known for its affordable fares, including promotional $1 tickets, Megabus offers routes connecting over 500 cities and university campuses in North America. The company provides amenities such as air conditioning, power outlets, free Wi-Fi, and onboard restrooms, with many routes utilizing double-decker buses for scenic views. Megabus aims to provide safe, convenient, and affordable express bus travel.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 57m
Megabus frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
One piece of luggage is included per passenger reservation. For guidance, a piece of luggage must not exceed 62 inches (length + width + height) and should not weigh more than 50 pounds (23kg).
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased by buying an additional travel ticket in advance or by adding up to two additional pieces when booking for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
Megabus reservations cannot be canceled or refunded, but they can be traded in for another journey up to 3 hours before your original scheduled departure for a fee.
Refund
If Megabus fails to provide on-time reliable service for reasons wholly within their control, refunds or alternative travel arrangements may be offered.
Pregnant on board
Being pregnant on board is allowed, but no specific details or restrictions are provided.
Unaccompagned minor
Unaccompanied minors under the age of 17 are not permitted to travel on Megabus.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Cold food and drinks, as well as hot drinks with a lid, are allowed on board, but hot food is not.
Seat reservation
Reserved seats can be purchased for an additional fee, starting from £2.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.

FAQs: Bus from Leeds to Oldham

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

FAQs
Cheap bus tickets from Leeds to Oldham can start from as little as $5 (€4) when you book in advance. The average bus ticket price for Leeds to Oldham is $10 (€8) ; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by bus from Leeds to Oldham is 1h 7m to travel the 29 miles (47 km) long journey. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest bus from Leeds to Oldham leaves at 1:55 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest bus from Leeds to Oldham leaves at 11:28 PM.
Yes, there are 14 direct buses a day from Leeds to Oldham with National Express, FlixBus. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct buses.
When taking a bus from Leeds to Oldham, you can count on Megabus, National Express, FlixBus for the best way to get you to Oldham. You can also check all possible bus companies who offer a service between Leeds and Oldham and compare the amenities they offer before buying a bus ticket.
A day trip to Oldham from Leeds is worth doing with a journey time of 1h 7m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a bus from Leeds to Oldham is June.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Leeds and Oldham including taking a bus and train.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the bus from Leeds to Oldham for bus company Megabus, National Express, FlixBus.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the bus from Leeds to Oldham:
  • Megabus
    • Megabus is ADA-compliant and provides assistance to customers with disabilities, including those using wheelchairs or mobility scooters, and those with service animals.
  • National Express
    • Assistance
    • Priority seating
    • Accessible toilets.
  • FlixBus
    • Assistance
    • Priority boarding
    • Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Whether you can cancel your bus ticket from Leeds to Oldham depends on the bus companies:
  • Megabus
    • Megabus reservations cannot be canceled or refunded, but they can be traded in for another journey up to 3 hours before your original scheduled departure for a fee.
  • National Express
    • You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a refund minus a cancellation fee. Changes can be up to 24 hours before departure for a fee.
  • FlixBus
    • You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the bus with bus company National Express, FlixBus.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the bus from Leeds to Oldham.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a bus ticket from Leeds to Oldham:
  • Megabus
    • One piece of luggage is included per passenger reservation. For guidance, a piece of luggage must not exceed 62 inches (length + width + height) and should not weigh more than 50 pounds (23kg).
  • National Express
    • Two medium-sized suitcases up to 20kg each and one small piece of hand luggage.
  • FlixBus
    • One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a bus ticket from Leeds to Oldham:
  • Megabus
    • Additional luggage can be purchased by buying an additional travel ticket in advance or by adding up to two additional pieces when booking for a fee.
  • National Express
    • 10€ per additional bag.
  • FlixBus
    • Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Yes, you can bring your pet on the bus from Leeds to Oldham. The following conditions apply:
  • FlixBus
    • Small pets in carriers allowed
    • guide dogs travel for free.
You can reserve your seat on the bus from Leeds to Oldham with the following bus company: Megabus, National Express, FlixBus
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the bus from Leeds to Oldham with the following bus company: Megabus, National Express, FlixBus.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the bus from Leeds to Oldham with the following bus company: Megabus, National Express, FlixBus.
Since neither Leeds nor Oldham are in the Schengen Area, passport requirements depend on the specific immigration rules of United Kingdom and United Kingdom. Entry and visa requirements can be subject to change. For the latest information, check with your destination's embassy or consulate.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Leeds to Oldham among Omio's users.
The currency used in the United Kingdom is the British Pound Sterling (GBP). For travelers, using a card is generally more convenient and widely accepted, especially in cities and for transportation tickets, though carrying some cash can be useful for small purchases or in rural areas.
In Oldham, travelers should be cautious of pickpocketing and petty theft, especially in busy areas and public transport. Scams involving fake taxi services or overcharging can occur, so it’s advisable to use licensed taxis or reputable ride-hailing apps. Staying aware of surroundings and securing personal belongings helps ensure a safe visit.
Pack lightweight, versatile clothing suitable for the destination's climate, and use secure, lockable luggage to protect belongings. Keep essential items like travel documents, medication, and valuables in a carry-on bag for easy access. Use packing organizers or cubes to maximize space and maintain order. Lastly, include a small first aid kit and personal hygiene items for added comfort during travel.

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Popular bus stations from Leeds to Oldham

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The major bus station for departures in Leeds is Leeds, Coach Station. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Leeds, Coach Station for your trip from Leeds to Oldham.
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