Day trip from Wigan to Oldham
Oldham lies 34 km (21 mi) east of Wigan, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
At 34 km (21 mi) apart, Oldham is a realistic day trip from Wigan: about 33 min each way by road.
| Wigan | Oldham | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | United Kingdom | United Kingdom |
| Population | 175,405 | 237,110 |
| Elevation | 32 m (105 ft) | 204 m (669 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+1 (Europe/London) | UTC+1 (Europe/London) |
| Postal codes | WN1 | 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 Wigan?
34 km (21 mi) in a straight line, east of Wigan; by road roughly 42 km (26 mi).
How long does it take to get from Wigan to Oldham by road?
About 33 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Wigan 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.