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

Chester to Oldham - Train Timetable

The NORTHERN train from Chester to Oldham runs from 06:20 to 22:26, with departures every 55 min-2 hr. The journey takes about 1 hr 36 min, with regular service throughout the operating hours.

From Chester to Oldham by light rail and train

To get from Chester to Oldham in North West, take the NORTHERN train from Chester 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 36 min. The light rail and train schedule from Chester may change. We recommend you check the updated light rail and train schedule to Oldham on the Moovit app.

96min
Train - NORTHERN
Light rail - PINK LINEPINK LINE
Walk to Oldham
Leaves from Chester

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Chester
  • 2
    Train - NORTHERNNORTHERN
    Wait for train
    NORTHERN
    Leeds
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Manchester Victoria
    57 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)
    26 min
  • 7
    Walk to Oldham
    Walk to
    Oldham
    100 m • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Chester to Oldham by light rail and train via MERSEYRAIL, TRANSPENNINE EXPRESS and PINK LINE

To get from Chester to Oldham in North West, you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one light rail line: take the MERSEYRAIL train from Chester station to Liverpool Lime Street station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the TRANSPENNINE EXPRESS train and finally 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 56 min. The light rail and train schedule from Chester may change. We recommend you check the updated light rail and train schedule to Oldham on the Moovit app.

116min
Train - MERSEYRAIL
Train - TRANSPENNINE EXPRESS
Light rail - PINK LINEPINK LINE
Walk to Oldham
Leaves from Chester

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Chester
  • 2
    Train - MERSEYRAILMERSEYRAIL
    Wait for train
    MERSEYRAIL
    Chester
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Liverpool Lime Street
    43 min
  • 4
    Train - TRANSPENNINE EXPRESSTRANSPENNINE EXPRESS
    Wait for train
    TRANSPENNINE EXPRESS
    Hull
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Manchester Victoria
    34 min
  • 6
    Walk to light rail station
    Walk to light rail station
    Victoria (Manchester Metrolink)
    190 m • 3 min
  • 7
    Light rail - PINK LINEPINK LINE
    Wait for light rail
    PINK LINE
    Shaw And Crompton (Manchester Metrolink)
  • 8
    Ride to light rail station
    Ride to light rail station
    Oldham Central (Manchester Metrolink)
    26 min
  • 9
    Walk to Oldham
    Walk to
    Oldham
    100 m • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Chester to Oldham

The distance between Chester, North West and Oldham, North West is approximately 76.37 km, which can typically be travelled in 96 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Chester 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 Chester to Oldham

To check the light rail and train timetable from Chester to Oldham using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Chester) 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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Alternative route from Chester to Oldham by light rail and train via MERSEYRAIL, TRANSPENNINE EXPRESS and PINK LINE

To get from Chester to Oldham in North West, you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one light rail line: take the MERSEYRAIL train from Chester station to Liverpool Lime Street station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the TRANSPENNINE EXPRESS train and finally 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 56 min. The light rail and train schedule from Chester may change. We recommend you check the updated light rail and train schedule to Oldham on the Moovit app.

116min
Train - MERSEYRAIL
Train - TRANSPENNINE EXPRESS
Light rail - PINK LINEPINK LINE
Walk to Oldham
Leaves from Chester

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Chester
  • 2
    Train - MERSEYRAILMERSEYRAIL
    Wait for train
    MERSEYRAIL
    Chester
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Liverpool Lime Street
    43 min
  • 4
    Train - TRANSPENNINE EXPRESSTRANSPENNINE EXPRESS
    Wait for train
    TRANSPENNINE EXPRESS
    Hull
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Manchester Victoria
    34 min
  • 6
    Walk to light rail station
    Walk to light rail station
    Victoria (Manchester Metrolink)
    190 m • 3 min
  • 7
    Light rail - PINK LINEPINK LINE
    Wait for light rail
    PINK LINE
    Shaw And Crompton (Manchester Metrolink)
  • 8
    Ride to light rail station
    Ride to light rail station
    Oldham Central (Manchester Metrolink)
    26 min
  • 9
    Walk to Oldham
    Walk to
    Oldham
    100 m • 2 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 96 minutes, using Train line NORTHERN, Light Rail line PINK LINE.

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

    The alternative route takes 116 minutes, using Train line MERSEYRAIL, Train line TRANSPENNINE EXPRESS, Light Rail line PINK LINE.

  • Is there a direct train between Chester 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 36 min.

  • Which train line goes from Chester to Oldham?

    The NORTHERN train line goes from Manchester Victoria station near Chester in Chester 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 Chester to Oldham by train and light rail?

    The total travel time between Chester in Chester and Oldham in North West by train and light rail is about 1 hr 36 min.

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

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

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

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

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