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

The cheapest way to get from Sale to Derby is to drive which costs £14 - £22 and takes 1h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Sale to Derby is to drive which takes 1h 26m and costs £14 - £22.

Is there a direct train between Sale and Derby?

No, there is no direct train from Sale to Derby. However, there are services departing from Sale and arriving at Derby via Manchester Piccadilly and Sheffield. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 12m.

How far is it from Sale to Derby?

The distance between Sale and Derby is 84 miles. The road distance is 59.6 miles.

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

The best way to get from Sale to Derby without a car is to tram and train which takes 2h 12m and costs £35 - £70.

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

It takes approximately 2h 12m to get from Sale to Derby, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sale to Derby train from?

Sale to Derby train services, operated by Metrolink, depart from Sale station.

Where does the Sale to Derby train arrive?

Sale to Derby train services, operated by Metrolink, arrive at Piccadilly station.

Can I drive from Sale to Derby?

Yes, the driving distance between Sale to Derby is 60 miles. It takes approximately 1h 26m to drive from Sale to Derby.

Where can I stay near Derby?

There are 595+ hotels available in Derby.

Sale to Derby - 3 ways to travel via train, tram, car, and bus

There are 3 ways to get from Sale to Derby by tram, train, car, or bus

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Tram, train
best
1. Take the tram from Sale to Piccadillytram
2. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Sheffieldtrain
3. Take the train from Sheffield to Derbytrain
2h 12m
£36–65
Drive 59.2 mi
cheapest
1. Drive from Sale to Derbycar 59.2 mi
1h 26m
£15–22
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Manchester Piccadilly to Alfretontrain Liverpool Lime Street - Norwich / ...
2. Take the bus from Railway Station to Corporation Streetbus 9.1 / ...
3h 50m
£36–58

Sale to Derby by tram and train

354Weekly Services

2h 12mAverage Duration

£36Cheapest Price

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Distance: 83.8 mi
Duration: 2h 12m

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

There is no direct connection from Sale to Derby. However, you can take the vehicle to Piccadilly, walk to Manchester Piccadilly, take the train to Sheffield, then take the train to Derby. Alternatively, you can drive from Sale to Derby in around 1h 26m.

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