The average train between Cambridge and Sale takes 4h 14m and the fastest train takes 3h 34m. There is a train service every few hours from Cambridge to Sale. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Cambridge and Sale. The earliest departure is at 6:12 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Cambridge is at 11:51 PM which arrives into Sale at 9:01 AM. All services require a transfer at King's Cross and take an average of 4h 14m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Cambridge to Sale? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Cambridge to Sale. However, there are services departing from Cambridge station and arriving at Sale station via King's Cross. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 14m.
Cambridge to Sale train services, operated by Great Northern, depart from Cambridge station.
Cambridge to Sale train services, operated by Great Northern, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.
The distance between Cambridge and Sale is 213.2 km. The road distance is 393 km.
You can take a train from Cambridge to Sale via King's Cross, London Euston, Manchester Piccadilly, and Piccadilly in around 4h 2m.