The average train between Leicester and Sale takes 3h 3m and the fastest train takes 2h 35m. There is a train service every few hours from Leicester 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 Leicester and Sale. The earliest departure is at 5:48 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Leicester is at 11:37 PM which arrives into Sale at 6:16 AM. All services require a transfer at Sheffield and take an average of 3h 3m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Leicester 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 Leicester to Sale. However, there are services departing from Leicester station and arriving at Sale station via Sheffield. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 3m.
Leicester to Sale train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Leicester station.
Leicester to Sale train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.
The distance between Leicester and Sale is 118.4 km. The road distance is 182 km.
You can take a train from Leicester to Sale via Sheffield, Manchester Piccadilly, and Piccadilly in around 2h 43m.