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Luton to Oldham by train

The journey from Luton to Oldham by train is 135.19 mi and takes 4 hrs 54 mins. There are 50 connections per day, with the first departure at 05:08 and the last at 19:24. It is possible to travel from Luton to Oldham by train for as little as £72.38 or as much as £234.46. The best price for this journey is £72.38.

Lowest Price £72.38
Journey Duration 4 hrs 54 mins
Connection per Day 50
Lowest Price £72.38
Highest Price £234.46
First Departure 05:08
Last Departure 19:24
Distance 135.19 mi
Departure Luton
Arrival Oldham
Carriers Northern Rail, CrossCountry

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Best time to book cheap train tickets from Luton to Oldham

The cheapest Luton - Oldham train tickets can be found for as low as £30.31 if you’re lucky, or £34.05 on average. The most expensive ticket can cost as much as £37.85.

Find the best day to travel to Oldham by train

When travelling to Oldham by train, if you want to avoid crowds you can check how frequently our customers are travelling in the next 30-days using the graph below. On average, the peak hours to travel are between 6:30am and 9am in the morning, or between 4pm and 7pm in the evening. Please keep this in mind when travelling to your point of departure as you may need some extra time to arrive, particularly in big cities!

Services on board Northern Rail, Avanti West Coast and West Midlands Railway from Luton to Oldham
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Luton to Oldham CO2 Emissions by Train

Ecology
Train
15.23kg
Bus
16.32kg
Flight
43.51kg
Car
34.81kg
What are the CO2 emissions from Luton to Oldham by train? The CO2 emissions from taking the train between Luton and Oldham are 15.23kg.
How much CO2 do I save by taking the train between Luton and Oldham? By taking the train between Luton and Oldham you will save 28.28kg CO2 emissions compared to a flight, 1.09kg compared to a bus and 19.58kg compared to a car.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much is a train ticket from Luton to Oldham?
A train ticket from Luton to Oldham is £156.79. However the price varies depending on how early you buy, and if it's peak time to travel. Occasionally you can find them for as cheap as £72.38.
What's the cheapest train ticket from Luton to Oldham?
The cheapest ticket you can get from Luton to Oldham is £72.38. We recommend booking as early as possible and off-peak hours to get the cheapest ticket possible. Off-peak times are usually from 09:30 to 16:00, and after 19:00.
What's the distance between Luton and Oldham by train?
Luton to Oldham is 135.19 mi.
How long does the train between Luton and Oldham take?
Luton to Oldham is on average 4 hrs 54 mins. However the fastest option will get you there in 3 hrs 56 mins.
Which companies operate from Luton to Oldham?
The train journey from Luton to Oldham is covered by 6 operator(s). On Virail you can find these carriers that provide services on this route: Northern Rail, CrossCountry, Avanti West Coast, West Midlands Railway, Thameslink, East Midlands Railway and TransPennine Express.
How many train connections per day go from Luton to Oldham?
Luton to Oldham has 50 connection(s) per day on average.
What time does the first train from Luton to Oldham leave?
The earliest train from Luton to Oldham departs at 05:08. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
What time does the last train from Luton to Oldham depart?
The latest train from Luton to Oldham departs at 19:24. However be sure to check with us the schedule on the day you want to leave as the time may differ.
Should I book my ticket from Luton to Oldham in advance?
If you can, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to ensure you get better savings. The cheapest train ticket we have found is £72.38 but this may be subject to change depending on the day of travel, hour you wish to depart and how far in advance you book.
What's the fastest journey time between Luton to Oldham by train?
The fastest journey time by train between Luton and Oldham is 3 hrs 56 mins.
Is there a direct train from Luton to Oldham?
Yes, there is a direct train between Luton and Oldham.
What are the CO2 emissions for Luton to Oldham by train?
The train journey from Luton to Oldham creates 15.23kg of CO2 emissions.

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