The average train between Luton and Sale takes 5h 21m and the fastest train takes 4h 21m. There is a train service every few hours from Luton 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 Luton and Sale. The earliest departure is at 12:39 AM at night, and the last departure from Luton is at 11:21 PM which arrives into Sale at 8:16 AM. All services require a transfer at Kettering and take an average of 5h 21m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Luton 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 Luton to Sale. However, there are services departing from Luton station and arriving at Sale station via Kettering. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 21m.
Luton to Sale train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Luton station.
Luton to Sale train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.
The distance between Luton and Sale is 214.6 km. The road distance is 296 km.
You can take a train from Luton to Sale via Kettering, Nottingham, Manchester Piccadilly, and Piccadilly in around 5h 3m.