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The cheapest and fastest buses from Manchester to Oldham
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Nov 02
- Cheapest price on Nov 02
- $0
- Average ticket price on Nov 02
- -$0
- Fastest journey on Nov 02
- 25 m
- Average journey duration on Nov 02
- 27 m
- Buses on Nov 02
- 39
- Distance
- 10 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Manchester to Oldham is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
Fast buses
On Mon, Nov 02, we found 39 buses from Manchester to Oldham, including 39 direct services.
On Mon, Nov 02 the direct buses cover the 10 km distance in an average of 27 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 25 m .
On Mon, Nov 02 the slowest buses will take 28 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.
12:05 AM 0h28 Manchester 12:33 AM Oldham Find prices0 transfers4:50 AM 0h25 Manchester 5:15 AM Oldham Find prices0 transfers5:05 AM 0h32 Manchester 5:37 AM Oldham Find prices0 transfers5:20 AM 0h25 Manchester 5:45 AM Oldham Find prices0 transfers5:35 AM 0h33 Manchester 6:08 AM Oldham Find prices0 transfers
4:50 AM 0h25 Manchester 5:15 AM Oldham Find prices0 transfers5:20 AM 0h25 Manchester 5:45 AM Oldham Find prices0 transfers12:05 AM 0h28 Manchester 12:33 AM Oldham Find prices0 transfers5:46 AM 0h28 Manchester 6:14 AM Oldham Find prices0 transfers6:08 AM 0h28 Manchester 6:36 AM Oldham Find prices0 transfers
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Manchester to Oldham
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Take a bus from Manchester to Oldham and enjoy the approximately 6 miles (10 km) long journey. Find schedules and pricing options for a convenient and affordable trip.
The earliest bus runs at 00:17, the last at 23:03.
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 6 miles (10 km) |
First bus 12:17 AM |
Last bus 11:03 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
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
Frequently asked questions about your Manchester to Oldham trip
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Manchester to Oldham.
The earliest bus from Manchester to Oldham leaves at 12:17 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest bus from Manchester to Oldham leaves at 11:03 PM.
Manchester to Oldham Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Bee Network | Departure Time 12:05AM | Arrival Time 12:33AM | Duration 0h28 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $0 |
Operator Bee Network | Departure Time 04:50AM | Arrival Time 05:15AM | Duration 0h25 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $0 |
Operator Bee Network | Departure Time 05:05AM | Arrival Time 05:37AM | Duration 0h32 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $0 |
Operator Bee Network | Departure Time 05:20AM | Arrival Time 05:45AM | Duration 0h25 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $0 |
Operator Bee Network | Departure Time 05:35AM | Arrival Time 06:08AM | Duration 0h33 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $0 |
Operator Bee Network | Departure Time 05:46AM | Arrival Time 06:14AM | Duration 0h28 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $0 |
Operator Bee Network | Departure Time 05:50AM | Arrival Time 06:35AM | Duration 0h45 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $0 |
Operator Bee Network | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 06:33AM | Duration 0h33 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $0 |
Operator Bee Network | Departure Time 06:08AM | Arrival Time 06:36AM | Duration 0h28 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $0 |
Operator Bee Network | Departure Time 06:20AM | Arrival Time 07:05AM | Duration 0h45 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $0 |
Operator Bee Network | Departure Time 06:21AM | Arrival Time 07:03AM | Duration 0h42 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $0 |
Operator Bee Network | Departure Time 06:22AM | Arrival Time 06:50AM | Duration 0h28 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $0 |
Operator Bee Network | Departure Time 06:33AM | Arrival Time 07:15AM | Duration 0h42 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $0 |
Operator Bee Network | Departure Time 06:34AM | Arrival Time 07:02AM | Duration 0h28 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $0 |
Operator Bee Network | Departure Time 06:42AM | Arrival Time 07:22AM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $0 |
Operator Bee Network | Departure Time 06:45AM | Arrival Time 07:30AM | Duration 0h45 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $0 |
Operator Bee Network | Departure Time 06:52AM | Arrival Time 07:20AM | Duration 0h28 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $0 |
Operator Bee Network | Departure Time 06:58AM | Arrival Time 07:38AM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $0 |
Operator Bee Network | Departure Time 07:02AM | Arrival Time 07:35AM | Duration 0h33 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $0 |
Operator Bee Network | Departure Time 07:08AM | Arrival Time 07:48AM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $0 |
Operator Bee Network | Departure Time 07:12AM | Arrival Time 07:45AM | Duration 0h33 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $0 |
Operator Bee Network | Departure Time 07:13AM | Arrival Time 08:07AM | Duration 0h54 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $0 |
Operator Bee Network | Departure Time 07:18AM | Arrival Time 07:59AM | Duration 0h41 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $0 |
Operator Bee Network | Departure Time 07:20AM | Arrival Time 08:12AM | Duration 0h52 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $0 |
Operator Bee Network | Departure Time 07:22AM | Arrival Time 07:54AM | Duration 0h32 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $0 |
Operator Bee Network | Departure Time 07:28AM | Arrival Time 08:09AM | Duration 0h41 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $0 |
Operator Bee Network | Departure Time 07:32AM | Arrival Time 08:04AM | Duration 0h32 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $0 |
Operator Bee Network | Departure Time 07:38AM | Arrival Time 08:19AM | Duration 0h41 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $0 |
Operator Bee Network | Departure Time 07:42AM | Arrival Time 08:14AM | Duration 0h32 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $0 |
Operator Bee Network | Departure Time 07:48AM | Arrival Time 08:30AM | Duration 0h42 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $0 |
Operator Bee Network | Departure Time 07:50AM | Arrival Time 08:42AM | Duration 0h52 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $0 |
Operator Bee Network | Departure Time 07:52AM | Arrival Time 08:24AM | Duration 0h32 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $0 |
Operator Bee Network | Departure Time 07:58AM | Arrival Time 08:40AM | Duration 0h42 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $0 |
Operator Bee Network | Departure Time 08:02AM | Arrival Time 08:34AM | Duration 0h32 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $0 |
Operator Bee Network | Departure Time 08:08AM | Arrival Time 08:50AM | Duration 0h42 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $0 |
Operator Bee Network | Departure Time 08:12AM | Arrival Time 08:44AM | Duration 0h32 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $0 |
Operator Bee Network | Departure Time 08:20AM | Arrival Time 09:12AM | Duration 0h52 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $0 |
Operator Bee Network | Departure Time 08:22AM | Arrival Time 09:00AM | Duration 0h38 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $0 |
Operator Bee Network | Departure Time 08:28AM | Arrival Time 09:09AM | Duration 0h41 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $0 |
Operator Bee Network | Departure Time 08:05PM | Arrival Time 08:33PM | Duration 0h28 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $0 |
Operator Bee Network | Departure Time 08:35PM | Arrival Time 09:03PM | Duration 0h28 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $0 |
Operator Bee Network | Departure Time 08:50PM | Arrival Time 09:25PM | Duration 0h35 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $0 |
Operator Bee Network | Departure Time 09:05PM | Arrival Time 09:33PM | Duration 0h28 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $0 |
Operator Bee Network | Departure Time 09:35PM | Arrival Time 10:03PM | Duration 0h28 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $0 |
Operator Bee Network | Departure Time 09:50PM | Arrival Time 10:24PM | Duration 0h34 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $0 |
Operator Bee Network | Departure Time 10:05PM | Arrival Time 10:33PM | Duration 0h28 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $0 |
Operator Bee Network | Departure Time 10:35PM | Arrival Time 11:03PM | Duration 0h28 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $0 |
Operator Bee Network | Departure Time 10:50PM | Arrival Time 11:24PM | Duration 0h34 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $0 |
Operator Bee Network | Departure Time 11:05PM | Arrival Time 11:33PM | Duration 0h28 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $0 |
Operator Bee Network | Departure Time 11:35PM | Arrival Time 12:03AM | Duration 0h28 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $0 |
Live departures
Manchester to Oldham bus times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Oldham buses for today, Sunday, November 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
Last updated at
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8:05 PM Manchester | 0h28 | 8:33 PM Oldham | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:35 PM Manchester | 0h28 | 9:03 PM Oldham | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:50 PM Manchester | 0h35 | 9:25 PM Oldham | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9:05 PM Manchester | 0h28 | 9:33 PM Oldham | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9:35 PM Manchester | 0h28 | 10:03 PM Oldham | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 9:50 PM Manchester | 0h34 | 10:24 PM Oldham | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 10:05 PM Manchester | 0h28 | 10:33 PM Oldham | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 10:35 PM Manchester | 0h28 | 11:03 PM Oldham | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 10:50 PM Manchester | 0h34 | 11:24 PM Oldham | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 11:05 PM Manchester | 0h28 | 11:33 PM Oldham | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 11:35 PM Manchester | 0h28 | 12:03 AM Oldham | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Monday, November 2 | |||||
| 12:05 AM Manchester | 0h28 | 12:33 AM Oldham | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 4:50 AM Manchester | 0h25 | 5:15 AM Oldham | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 5:05 AM Manchester | 0h32 | 5:37 AM Oldham | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Bus providers: Bee Network from Manchester to OldhamYou can travel by bus between Manchester to Oldham with Bee Network. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
Bee Network
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Bee Network Duration
25m
Bee Network frequency
25 a day
Companies, tickets, and onboard amenities between Manchester and Oldham
Review the details behind your booking, from operators and ticket rules to luggage, onboard amenities, accessibility, and route-specific travel policies.
When taking a bus from Manchester to Oldham, you can count on Bee Network for the best way to get you to Oldham. You can also check all possible bus companies who offer a service between Manchester and Oldham and compare the amenities they offer before buying a bus ticket.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the bus from Manchester to Oldham.
No, the bus from Manchester to Oldham has no accessibility options.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the bus from Manchester to Oldham.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the bus from Manchester to Oldham.
No, luggage for the bus from Manchester to Oldham needs to be booked in addition.
No, there are no additional luggage options for the bus from Manchester to Oldham.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the bus from Manchester to Oldham.
No, there are no USB plugs on board the bus from Manchester to Oldham.
No, there is no WiFi on board the bus from Manchester to Oldham.
Complete guide to Oldham
Things to do in Oldham
Discover the best of Oldham — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Oldham trip today.
- Recommended
Saddleworth Museum
Volunteer-run local history museum in Saddleworth with displays on village life, industry, and traditions across the Pennine communities.
- Recommended
Standedge Tunnel Visitor Centre
Small heritage collection inside a restored station, exploring the canal tunnel, railways, and dramatic transport history of the moors.
- Must visit
Dovestone Reservoir
Dramatic reservoir and moorland viewpoint popular for walking, photography, and broad Pennine scenery on the eastern edge of the borough.
- Recommended
Uppermill
Historic village centre with independent shops, canal-side walks, and a lively atmosphere, making it one of Oldham’s most appealing areas.
- Recommended
Alexandra Park
Large Victorian park with lakes, sports facilities, gardens, and regular events; a classic green space close to central Oldham.
Lancashire Hotpot
A rich meat and potato stew long linked to Lancashire mill towns. It is slow-cooked and filling, reflecting the area’s working-class food heritage.
Meat And Potato Pie
A hearty pie of minced beef and onions in pastry, widely eaten across Greater Manchester and Lancashire as classic pub and chippy fare.
- Gluten-free
Black Pudding
Black pudding from nearby Bury is a regional breakfast staple. This seasoned blood sausage is famous across Greater Manchester and often served fried.
The White Hart, Lydgate
A respected modern British restaurant in Saddleworth known for polished cooking, tasting menus, and a refined yet relaxed setting.
The Ashton Arms
A long-established traditional pub serving British classics and cask ales in a characterful historic building near the town centre.
Blue Cinnamon
A well-known Indian restaurant in Saddleworth praised for quality curries, tandoori dishes, and smart contemporary surroundings.
British pound sterling (£)
More affordable than London. Hotels, dining, and local transport are moderate, with good value pub meals and easy, low-cost tram or rail links to Manchester.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- £6-12 for fast food or a simple cafe meal.
- Mid-range
- £15-30 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- £45+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- £2.50-4 for cappuccino or latte.
Tipping culture
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common if service is good and not already added. Taxi fares are often rounded up. Cafes usually do not require tips.
Bee Network
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Prices
- Single ticket
- £2.00
- Day pass
- £5.40
To the city center
Oldham Cheapside -> Oldham Mumps Interchange, Oldham
- Distance
- 0.7 km
- Travel time
- 4 min
- Contactless payment is accepted on Bee Network buses and Metrolink trams. On trams, always touch in and touch out with the same card or device.
- Oldham is in Metrolink Zone 3. Buy the right tram zone ticket or use contactless for automatic fare calculation.
Plan your visit to Oldham
Get destination-focused answers for the end of your trip, including what to do, when to go, practical entry details, and tips for making the most of your time in Oldham.
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.
FAQs: Bus from Manchester to Oldham
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester 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.
Yes, you can take a bus between Manchester and Oldham.
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