The average train between Nottingham and Sale takes 2h 40m and the fastest train takes 2h 15m. The train service runs several times per day from Nottingham 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 every 4 hours between Nottingham and Sale. The earliest departure is at 5:21 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Nottingham is at 7:45 PM which arrives into Sale at 6:15 AM. All services require a transfer at Manchester Piccadilly and take an average of 2h 40m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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2h 32m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Nottingham 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 Nottingham to Sale. However, there are services departing from Nottingham station and arriving at Manchester Piccadilly station via Manchester Piccadilly station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 40m.
Nottingham to Sale train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Nottingham station.
Nottingham to Sale train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.
The distance between Nottingham and Sale is 94.2 km. The road distance is 114 km.
East Midlands Railways operates a train from Nottingham to Manchester Piccadilly hourly. Tickets cost £35–55 and the journey takes 1h 50m.