How to get from Wigan to Oldham by light rail and train?

From Wigan to Oldham by light rail and train

To get from Wigan to Oldham in North West, take the NORTHERN train from Wigan Wallgate station to Manchester Victoria station. Next, take the PINK LINE light rail from Victoria (Manchester Metrolink) station to Oldham Central (Manchester Metrolink) station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 25 min.

85min
Walk to train station
Train - NORTHERN
Light rail - PINK LINEPINK LINE
Walk to Oldham
Leaves from Wigan Wallgate

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Wigan Wallgate
    590 m • 8 min
  • 2
    Train - NORTHERNNORTHERN
    Wait for train
    NORTHERN
    Blackburn
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Manchester Victoria
    43 min
  • 4
    Walk to light rail station
    Walk to light rail station
    Victoria (Manchester Metrolink)
    190 m • 3 min
  • 5
    Light rail - PINK LINEPINK LINE
    Wait for light rail
    PINK LINE
    Rochdale Town Centre (Manchester Metrolink)
  • 6
    Ride to light rail station
    Ride to light rail station
    Oldham Central (Manchester Metrolink)
    24 min
  • 7
    Walk to Oldham
    Walk to
    Oldham
    90 m • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Wigan to Oldham by bus and train

To get from Wigan to Oldham in North West, take the NORTHERN train from Wigan Wallgate station to Mills Hill (Manchester) station. Next, take the 59 bus from Mills Hill Station (Stop B) station to Oldham station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 33 min.

93min
Walk to train station
Train - NORTHERN
Bus - 5959
Walk to Oldham
Leaves from Wigan Wallgate

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Wigan Wallgate
    590 m • 8 min
  • 2
    Train - NORTHERNNORTHERN
    Wait for train
    NORTHERN
    Blackburn
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Mills Hill (Manchester)
    57 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Mills Hill Station (Stop B)
    60 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 5959
    Wait for bus
    59
    Oldham
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Oldham
    12 min
  • 7
    Walk to Oldham
    Walk to
    Oldham
    360 m • 5 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Wigan to Oldham

The distance between Wigan, North West and Oldham, North West is approximately 41.61 km, which can typically be travelled in 85 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Wigan to Oldham by light rail and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in North West – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Public transport stations close to Wigan

Wigan is located at Scholes, North West and the nearest public transport station is Derby House.

Bus stations close to Wigan:

  • Derby House
  • Hardybutts
  • Wellington Street

Public transport stations close to Oldham, North West

Oldham is located at Oldham, North West and the nearest public transport station is John Street.

Bus stations close to Oldham:

  • John Street
  • Lord Street
  • Barn Street (Stop Ka)

Related Routes

From Wigan to Oldham by bus and train

To get from Wigan to Oldham in North West, take the NORTHERN train from Wigan Wallgate station to Mills Hill (Manchester) station. Next, take the 59 bus from Mills Hill Station (Stop B) station to Oldham station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 33 min.

93min
Walk to train station
Train - NORTHERN
Bus - 5959
Walk to Oldham
Leaves from Wigan Wallgate

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Wigan Wallgate
    590 m • 8 min
  • 2
    Train - NORTHERNNORTHERN
    Wait for train
    NORTHERN
    Blackburn
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Mills Hill (Manchester)
    57 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Mills Hill Station (Stop B)
    60 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 5959
    Wait for bus
    59
    Oldham
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Oldham
    12 min
  • 7
    Walk to Oldham
    Walk to
    Oldham
    360 m • 5 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Wigan to Oldham?

    The fastest way takes 85 minutes, using Bus line NORTHERN, Bus line PINK LINE.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Wigan to Oldham?

    The alternative route takes 93 minutes, using Bus line NORTHERN, Bus line 59.

  • Is there a direct train between Wigan and Oldham?

    No, you’ll have to take one train line and one light rail line in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 25 min.

  • Which train line goes from Wigan to Oldham?

    The NORTHERN train line goes from Wigan Wallgate station near Wigan in Wigan to Blackburn station. From there you’ll have to take one light rail line till Blackburn station near Oldham in North West.

  • How long does it take to travel from Wigan to Oldham by train and light rail?

    The total travel time between Wigan in Wigan and Oldham in North West by train and light rail is about 1 hr 25 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Wigan to get to Oldham?

    Get on the NORTHERN train from the Wigan Wallgate station near Wigan in Wigan.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Wigan and Oldham?

    Get off the train at the Blackburn station, which is closest to Oldham in North West.