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Leeds City Museum
Major city museum with natural history, archaeology, and global collections. A top all-round cultural stop for first-time visitors to Leeds.
Cheapest price
$5
Average price
$5
Fastest journey
1 h 10 m
Average duration
1 h 10 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
47 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Oldham to Leeds is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Oldham to Leeds will cost around $5 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $5.
Of the 3 buses that leave Oldham for Leeds on Tue, Aug 04, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Aug 04 the direct buses cover the 47 km distance in an average of 1 h 10 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 10 m .
On Tue, Aug 04 the slowest buses will take 1 h 10 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.






Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Oldham to Leeds 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 bus which can get you there in 1h 5m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $5, and a train costs an average of $10.
Distance: 29 miles (47 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$7 Average price Cheapest | $16 Average price | $13 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 35m Average total duration Fastest 1h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 40m Average total duration 1h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 52m 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 |
This is compared to other travel options from Oldham to Leeds:
A bus is $9 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Oldham to Leeds costing on average $16.
Other travel options to Leeds take longer:
Train takes on average 1h 10m.
Tickets start at around $7 compared to roughly $13 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $7. The journey takes 1h 5m versus 52m 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, Megabus, 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.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 08:10AM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:50AM | Arrival Time 09:00AM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:50AM | Arrival Time 09:00AM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:53AM | Arrival Time 09:10AM | Duration 1h17 | Departure days Wed, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:58AM | Arrival Time 09:00AM | Duration 1h02 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:40AM | Arrival Time 09:50AM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 08:53AM | Arrival Time 10:10AM | Duration 1h17 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:20AM | Arrival Time 11:30AM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:50AM | Arrival Time 01:00PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 11:55AM | Arrival Time 12:50PM | Duration 0h55 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 12:03PM | Arrival Time 12:50PM | Duration 0h47 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:20PM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 02:10PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Mon, Thu | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:50PM | Arrival Time 03:00PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:20PM | Arrival Time 03:30PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:45PM | Arrival Time 04:40PM | Duration 0h55 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:50PM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 03:53PM | Arrival Time 04:40PM | Duration 0h47 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 08:40PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:31PM | Arrival Time 08:25PM | Duration 0h54 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator National Express | Departure Time 07:38PM | Arrival Time 08:25PM | Duration 0h47 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 09:40PM | Duration 1h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:30PM | Arrival Time 11:35PM | Duration 1h05 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:30PM | Arrival Time 12:35AM | Duration 1h05 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $6 |
The table below shows live departures for Oldham to Leeds buses for today, Monday, August 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 7:00 AM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 1h10 | 8:10 AM Leeds, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX170 | 7:50 AM Manchester, Broadway / Trevor Dr (New Moston) | 1h10 | 9:00 AM Leeds, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX170 | 7:58 AM Chadderton, Broadway | 1h02 | 9:00 AM Leeds, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:40 AM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 1h10 | 9:50 AM Leeds, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:20 AM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 1h10 | 11:30 AM Leeds, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:50 AM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 1h10 | 1:00 PM Leeds, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX170 | 11:55 AM Manchester, Broadway / Trevor Dr (New Moston) | 0h55 | 12:50 PM Leeds, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX170 | 12:03 PM Chadderton, Broadway | 0h47 | 12:50 PM Leeds, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 12:20 PM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 1h10 | 1:30 PM Leeds - Eastgate Victoria F Bus Stop | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 1:00 PM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 1h10 | 2:10 PM Leeds, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 1:50 PM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 1h10 | 3:00 PM Leeds - Eastgate Victoria F Bus Stop | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:20 PM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 1h10 | 3:30 PM Leeds, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX170 | 3:45 PM Manchester, Broadway / Trevor Dr (New Moston) | 0h55 | 4:40 PM Leeds, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:50 PM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 1h10 | 5:00 PM Leeds, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX170 | 3:53 PM Chadderton, Broadway | 0h47 | 4:40 PM Leeds, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX170 | 7:31 PM Manchester, Broadway / Trevor Dr (New Moston) | 0h54 | 8:25 PM Leeds, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
NX170 | 7:38 PM Chadderton, Broadway | 0h47 | 8:25 PM Leeds, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:30 PM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 1h10 | 9:40 PM Leeds - Eastgate Victoria F Bus Stop | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:30 PM Manchester, Shudehill Interchange | 1h05 | 12:35 AM Leeds, York Street (Travel Centre) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Oldham to Leeds run on average 17 times per day, taking around 1h 5m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $5 if you book in advance.
There are 16 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 03:18, the last at 23:47. The fastest bus covers the 29 miles (47 km) distance in 1h 5m.
Distance 29 miles (47 km) |
Average bus duration 1h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price $5 |
Buses per day 17 |
Direct buses 16 |
Fastest bus 1h 5m |
First bus 3:18 AM |
Last bus 11:47 PM |
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Major city museum with natural history, archaeology, and global collections. A top all-round cultural stop for first-time visitors to Leeds.
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Important gallery spanning historic and modern art in a handsome city-centre building. A core Leeds cultural venue with strong permanent displays.
Grand Victorian shopping and strolling street lined with arcades and landmarks. A classic first stop for architecture, retail, and city-centre atmosphere.
Major urban park with avenues, lakes, and events space. A local favorite for relaxing, walking, and seeing one of Leeds’ best-loved green spaces.
Canalside regeneration district with waterside paths, independent venues, and modern city views. Popular for walking and seeing contemporary Leeds at work and play.
A Yorkshire staple of batter baked until crisp and airy, traditionally served with roast beef and gravy at Sunday lunch.
A hearty pork sausage from nearby West Yorkshire, usually seasoned with herbs and served with mash or in breakfasts.
A rich fruit loaf packed with currants and citrus peel, strongly linked to Yorkshire baking and often served sliced with tea.
Stylish modern British restaurant serving seasonal dishes and cocktails in an elegant but relaxed city-centre setting.
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Refined fine dining restaurant known for modern British tasting menus, polished service, and a special-occasion atmosphere.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Oldham to Leeds 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 Leeds, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Oldham to Leeds buses use the Manchester, Shudehill Interchange to Leeds, Coach Station station pair, with some services arriving at Leeds, Yorkshire Playhouse. Use this guide to compare Oldham and Leeds bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
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