What is the cheapest way to get from Reading to Sale?

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Sale is to drive which costs £40 - £65 and takes 3h 15m.

What is the fastest way to get from Reading to Sale?

The fastest way to get from Reading to Sale is to drive which takes 3h 15m and costs £40 - £65.

Is there a direct train between Reading and Sale?

No, there is no direct train from Reading to Sale. However, there are services departing from Reading and arriving at Sale via Piccadilly. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 13m.

How far is it from Reading to Sale?

The distance between Reading and Sale is 186 miles. The road distance is 172.4 miles.

How do I travel from Reading to Sale without a car?

The best way to get from Reading to Sale without a car is to train which takes 4h 13m and costs £90 - £140.

How long does it take to get from Reading to Sale?

It takes approximately 4h 13m to get from Reading to Sale, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to Sale train from?

Reading to Sale train services, operated by Cross Country, depart from Reading station.

Where does the Reading to Sale train arrive?

Reading to Sale train services, operated by Cross Country, arrive at Manchester Piccadilly station.

Can I drive from Reading to Sale?

Yes, the driving distance between Reading to Sale is 172 miles. It takes approximately 3h 15m to drive from Reading to Sale.

Where can I stay near Sale?

There are 2285+ hotels available in Sale.

Reading to Sale - 5 ways to travel via train, car, and plane

There are 5 ways to get from Reading to Sale by train, car, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Reading to Manchester Piccadillytrain Bournemouth - Manchester Piccadilly / ...
4h 13m
£94–133
Drive 171.4 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Reading to Salecar 171.4 mi
3h 15m
£42–61
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Reading to London Paddingtontrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LHR - MAN
3h 55m
£87–297
Train to Southampton Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Reading to Southampton Airport Parkwaytrain
2. Fly from Southampton Airport (SOU) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane SOU - MAN
3h 43m
£93–192
Train, train to Luton Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Reading to London Paddingtontrain
2. Take the train from Farringdon to Luton Airport Parkwaytrain
3. Fly from Luton Airport (LTN) to Manchester Airport (MAN)plane LTN - MAN
6h 34m
£89–272

Reading to Sale by train and tram

58Weekly Services

4h 13mAverage Duration

£94Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 184.9 mi
Duration: 4h 13m

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

Cross Country operates a train from Reading to Manchester Piccadilly every 4 hours. Tickets cost £90–130 and the journey takes 3h 14m.

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