The average train between Sale and Leicester takes 3h 19m and the fastest train takes 2h 40m. There is an hourly train service from Sale to Leicester. 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 Sale and Leicester. The earliest departure is at 6:32 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Sale is at 11:47 PM which arrives into Leicester at 8:29 AM. All services require a transfer at Piccadilly and take an average of 3h 19m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Sale to Leicester? 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 Sale to Leicester. However, there are services departing from Sale station and arriving at Leicester station via Sheffield. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 19m.
Sale to Leicester train services, operated by Metrolink, depart from Manchester Piccadilly station.
Sale to Leicester train services, operated by Metrolink, arrive at Leicester station.
The distance between Sale and Leicester is 118.4 km. The road distance is 182 km.
You can take a vehicle from Sale to Leicester via Piccadilly, Manchester Piccadilly, and Sheffield in around 2h 52m.