The average train between Northampton and Sale takes 2h 51m and the fastest train takes 2h 34m. There is a train service every few hours from Northampton 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 Northampton and Sale. The earliest departure is at 7:11 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Northampton is at 10:16 PM which arrives into Sale at 6:16 AM. All services require a transfer at Rugby and take an average of 2h 51m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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No, there is no direct train from Northampton to Sale. However, there are services departing from Northampton station and arriving at Sale station via Manchester Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 51m.
Northampton to Sale train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, depart from Rugby station.
Northampton to Sale train services, operated by West Midlands Trains, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.
The distance between Northampton and Sale is 162.6 km. The road distance is 201 km.
Avanti West Coast operates a train from Rugby to Manchester Piccadilly hourly. Tickets cost £35–60 and the journey takes 1h 18m.