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Trip Overview

The average train between Sale and Northampton takes 2h 40m and the fastest train takes 2h 19m. The train service runs several times per day from Sale to Northampton. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

2h 40m
Duration
124 mi
Distance
£51
Average price
Every 3 hours
Frequency

Train

best
  1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Rugbytrain train Manchester Piccadilly - London Euston
3h 14m
£37–73

Sale to Northampton train times

Trains run every 3 hours between Sale and Northampton. The earliest departure is at 12:48 AM at night, and the last departure from Sale is at 11:48 PM which arrives into Northampton at 7:19 AM. All services require a transfer at Piccadilly and take an average of 2h 40m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Thursday, October 15, 2026

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    MetrolinkAvanti West CoastWest Midlands Trains2h 19m • 2 changes

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    MetrolinkAvanti West CoastAvanti West Coast2h 19m • 2 changes

Departing Friday, October 16, 2026

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    MetrolinkAvanti West CoastWest Midlands Trains6h 31m • 2 changes

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    MetrolinkAvanti West CoastWest Midlands Trains2h 19m • 2 changes

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    MetrolinkAvanti West CoastWest Midlands Trains2h 19m • 2 changes

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    MetrolinkAvanti West CoastWest Midlands Trains2h 19m • 2 changes
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Departing Saturday, October 17, 2026

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    MetrolinkAvanti West CoastWest Midlands Trains6h 28m • 2 changes

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    MetrolinkAvanti West CoastWest Midlands Trains2h 20m • 2 changes

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    MetrolinkAvanti West CoastWest Midlands Trains2h 20m • 2 changes

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    MetrolinkAvanti West CoastWest Midlands Trains2h 21m • 2 changes
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Departing Sunday, October 18, 2026

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    MetrolinkAvanti West CoastWest Midlands Trains3h 19m • 2 changes

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    MetrolinkAvanti West CoastWest Midlands Trains3h 21m • 2 changes

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    MetrolinkAvanti West CoastWest Midlands Trains2h 34m • 2 changes

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    MetrolinkAvanti West CoastWest Midlands Trains2h 19m • 2 changes
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Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Sale to Northampton? 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.

Map of how to get from Sale to Northampton.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 124.4 mi
  • Duration: 2h 40m

What companies run services between Sale, England and Northampton, England?

Avanti West Coast operates a train from Manchester Piccadilly to Rugby hourly. Tickets cost £30–55 and the journey takes 1h 17m.

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