Day trip from Huddersfield to Oldham
Oldham lies 25 km (16 mi) south-west of Huddersfield, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
At 25 km (16 mi) apart, Oldham is a realistic day trip from Huddersfield: about 25 min each way by road.
| Huddersfield | Oldham | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | United Kingdom | United Kingdom |
| Population | 149,017 | 237,110 |
| Elevation | 90 m (295 ft) | 204 m (669 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+1 (Europe/London) | UTC+1 (Europe/London) |
| Postal codes | HD1–HD2 | OL1–OL95 |
Where to book tours and tickets in Oldham
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Staying in Oldham
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Common questions
How far is Oldham from Huddersfield?
25 km (16 mi) in a straight line, south-west of Huddersfield; by road roughly 31 km (19 mi).
How long does it take to get from Huddersfield to Oldham by road?
About 25 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Huddersfield and Oldham?
No, both are on Europe/London at the moment.
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.