Best way to get from Oldham to Salford
Find the best ways to travel from Oldham to Salford. You can also request a ride directly in the app at the tap of a button.
Transportation options
Looking to get from Oldham to Salford? Whether you’re seeking convenience, affordability, or flexibility, there are various ways to reach your destination. Explore the available options and select the one that suits your preferences and travel needs.
Uber: Request an Uber ride from Oldham to Salford. The journey covers approximately 10 miles and takes about 30 minutes. The estimated price is £18.
Public transportation: Utilize the Metrolink tram service from Oldham Mumps to Salford Quays. The journey typically takes around 40 minutes and costs approximately £4. The distance covered is about 12 miles.
Bus service: The Bee Network offers bus services connecting Oldham and Salford, with routes running frequently throughout the day. The average travel time is approximately 50 minutes, with prices starting from £3.
Private bus: A private bus service operates between Oldham and Salford, providing a direct route with an average travel time of 45 minutes. Prices vary depending on the time of travel.
Note: The travel times and costs are approximate and subject to change depending on traffic conditions and other factors. Updated April, 2025.
Reserve a ride in advance to Salford
Complete your plans today by reserving a ride with Uber to get from Oldham to Salford. Request a ride up to 90 days before your trip, at any time and on any day of the year.
Reserve may not be available for your pickup location.
Getting from Oldham to Salford
When you ride with Uber on your next trip from Oldham to Salford, you’ve got choices. Whether you’re traveling alone or with others, find a ride option that fits your needs and budget. If you like to plan ahead, consider scheduling a ride to Salford in advance. Or you can request a ride on demand from Oldham in the Uber app.
The route your driver takes might depend on the time of day and other factors, like traffic and how many other riders are making requests. You can have a stress-free ride knowing that the Uber app will suggest the most efficient route to your driver.
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Average Travel Time
30 minutes
Average Route Price
£18
Average Route Distance
16 kilometers
How to get from Oldham to Salford
Compare ride options getting from Oldham to Salford. Check the Uber app for current prices and travel options available.
UberX
Affordable rides, all to yourself
£18
Uber Black
Premium rides in luxury cars
£31
UberXL
Affordable rides for groups up to 6
£31
Prices shown are for illustration purposes only and are based on average prices for the ride option shown from Oldham to Salford for the past 12 months. They do not represent fixed or guaranteed prices.
Frequently asked questions
- When is Uber available at Oldham?
The Uber app gives you the power to request a ride from Oldham anytime, 24/7.
- How much does it cost to get from Oldham to Salford?
The average price for this trip is £18. Open the Uber app and input Salford in the “Where to?” box. The price estimate for each ride option will appear; scroll to see what’s available. Prices will vary based on time of day and how many riders are making requests.
- What is the most affordable ride option on the Uber app from Oldham to Salford?
The most affordable ride choice from Oldham to Salford is RIDESHARE.
- How long does it take to get from Oldham to Salford?
The average duration for this ride is 30 minutes. Before a trip starts, your app gives an estimated time of arrival (ETA) for when your driver is likely to arrive at Oldham. After your trip starts, your app provides an ETA for when you are likely to arrive at Salford. Please note: ETAs are not guaranteed; various factors like heavy traffic or road construction could affect travel time.
- Can I schedule trips in advance on the Uber app from Oldham?
If Uber Reserve is an option in the Uber app at Oldham, you can request a ride from Oldham anywhere from 2 hours to 90 days in advance, at any time and on any day of the year. Uber’s ride-scheduling technology and Uber Reserve can help you be on time.
- Can I rent a car with Uber to drive from Oldham to Salford?
Check in the Uber app to see if car rentals are available at Oldham. If you see the Rent icon, you can complete your reservation using the Uber app. Then you can rent a car and drive yourself to Salford. To get more details, go to uber.com/u/uber-rent.
The data presented on this page represents historical average prices, durations, and distances for routes. Actual prices, durations, and distances may vary based on factors such as location, traffic conditions, and other variables. Information provided here is for reference purposes only and should not be considered as binding.
