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

From Bolton to Oldham by light rail and train

To get from Bolton to Oldham in North West, take the NORTHERN train from Bolton 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 58 min. The light rail and train schedule from Bolton may change. We recommend you check the updated light rail and train schedule to Oldham on the Moovit app.

58min
Train - NORTHERN
Light rail - PINK LINEPINK LINE
Walk to Oldham
Leaves from Bolton

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Bolton
  • 2
    Train - NORTHERNNORTHERN
    Wait for train
    NORTHERN
    Rochdale
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Manchester Victoria
    23 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
    Shaw And Crompton (Manchester Metrolink)
  • 6
    Ride to light rail station
    Ride to light rail station
    Oldham Central (Manchester Metrolink)
    27 min
  • 7
    Walk to Oldham
    Walk to
    Oldham
    100 m • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Bolton to Oldham

The distance between Bolton, North West and Oldham, North West is approximately 29.52 km, which can typically be travelled in 58 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Bolton 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.

Light Rail And Train timetable from Bolton to Oldham

To check the light rail and train timetable from Bolton to Oldham using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Bolton) and destination (Oldham), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available light rail and train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each light rail and train, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your journey and stay up to date with the latest light rail and train timetables.

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Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 58 minutes, using Train line NORTHERN, Light Rail line PINK LINE.

  • Is there a direct train between Bolton and Oldham?

    No, you’ll have to take one train line and one light rail line in total. The total travelling time is 58 min.

  • Which train line goes from Bolton to Oldham?

    The NORTHERN train line goes from Manchester Victoria station near Bolton in Bolton to Victoria (Manchester Metrolink) station. From there you’ll have to take one light rail line till Victoria (Manchester Metrolink) station near Oldham in North West.

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

    The total travel time between Bolton in Bolton and Oldham in North West by train and light rail is about 58 min.

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

    Get on the NORTHERN train from the Manchester Victoria station near Bolton in Bolton.

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

    Get off the train at the Victoria (Manchester Metrolink) station, which is closest to Oldham in North West.

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