4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Manchester to Frome
Cheapest price
$158
Average price
$171
Fastest journey
4 h 43 m
Average duration
5 h 14 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
251 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester to Frome is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester to Frome will cost around $171 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $158.
It's difficult to get from Manchester to Frome without transferring at least 2 times.
W33106+
C00854 · C48804+
Tube from London Euston to London Paddington11:55 AM4h43Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)4:38 PMFrome station (FRO)$1581One-way3 transfers- W33112+W34811 · C48819+Tube from London Euston to London Paddington8:20 AM6h02Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)2:22 PMFrome station (FRO)$1581One-way3 transfers
G01019+C00854 · C4880411:24 AM5h14Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)4:38 PMFrome station (FRO)$1831One-way2 transfers- G01011+W34811 · C488199:27 AM4h55Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)2:22 PMFrome station (FRO)$1831One-way2 transfers
- W33106+C00854 · C48804+Tube from London Euston to London Paddington11:55 AM4h43Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)4:38 PMFrome station (FRO)$1581One-way3 transfers
- G01011+W34811 · C488199:27 AM4h55Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)2:22 PMFrome station (FRO)$1831One-way2 transfers
- G01019+C00854 · C4880411:24 AM5h14Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)4:38 PMFrome station (FRO)$1831One-way2 transfers
- W33112+W34811 · C48819+Tube from London Euston to London Paddington8:20 AM6h02Manchester Piccadilly (MAN)2:22 PMFrome station (FRO)$1581One-way3 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and flight for Manchester to Frome
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester to Frome among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from $93. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 55m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of $93, and a train costs an average of $145.
Distance: 155 miles (251 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$152 Average price | $144 Average price Cheapest | $67 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 37m Average total duration 4h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 55m Average total duration Fastest 55m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 38m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Manchester to Frome:
A flight is $8 (€7) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Manchester to Frome costing on average $152 (€124).
Other travel options to Frome take longer:
Train takes on average 4h 7m.
You'll arrive about 31m sooner (4h 7m by train vs 4h 38m by car). Tickets start at around $152 (€124) compared to roughly $67 (€55) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Manchester to Frome train times
The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Frome trains for tomorrow, Sunday, June 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| W33112+W34811 · C48819+Tube from London Euston to London Paddington | 8:20 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 6h02 | 2:22 PM Frome station (FRO) | 3 transfers | |
| G01011+W34811 · C48819 | 9:27 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 4h55 | 2:22 PM Frome station (FRO) | 2 transfers | |
| G01019+C00854 · C48804 | 11:24 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 5h14 | 4:38 PM Frome station (FRO) | 2 transfers | |
| W33106+Tube from London Euston to London Paddington+C48804 · C00854 | 11:55 AM Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 4h43 | 4:38 PM Frome station (FRO) | 3 transfers | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Manchester to Frome
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Manchester to Frome run on average 4 times per day, taking around 4h 7m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $145 (€119) but you can travel from only $93 (€76) by flight.
The earliest train runs at 04:48, the last at 20:25. The fastest train covers the 155 miles (251 km) distance in 4h 57m.
Distance 155 miles (251 km) |
Average train duration 4h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price $145 (€119) |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 4h 57m |
First train 4:48 AM |
Last train 8:25 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 21 days |
Train companies: CrossCountry from Manchester to Frome trainsCrossCountry trains will get you between Manchester and Frome from $93 (€76). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Manchester to Frome
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester to Frome by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Frome, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Manchester to Frome
Most Manchester to Frome trains use the Manchester Piccadilly to Frome station pair. Use this guide to compare Manchester and Frome train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Manchester station do trains to Frome leave from?
Getting to Manchester Piccadilly from Manchester city centre
Manchester Piccadilly train station facilities and services
Manchester Piccadilly has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Burger King, Caffè Nero, Carluccio’s, Hotel Chocolat, Starbucks, The Pasty Shop, Costa Coffee, Pret a Manger, Upper Crust, McDonald's, & more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Pay as you go Wi-Fi is available through BT Wi-Fi. ATMs are there are ATM machines on the main concourse, Platform 10 and on the mezzanine level.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 04:30 - 22:30, Sun: 07:00 - 22:30. Information desks are located near the Fairfield Street entrance on the mezzanine level.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Piccadilly: There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly, Premier Inn Manchester City, Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly.
Getting to Manchester Airport from Manchester city centre
Manchester Airport is 13 km from Manchester city centre. Public transport options include:
Manchester Airport train station facilities and services
Manchester Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Airport.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Manchester Airport. ATMs are available at Manchester Airport.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Airport. Information desks are information available from staff: ,Yes - from help point,Yes - from information point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: 0800 107 2149, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Manchester Airport: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Manchester Airport: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Airport: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: re Step free access is provided from the Ground Transport Interchange to all platforms via lifts or ramps. This station is staffed for all services. This station is Category A. Station staff can provide assistance from Meeting Point 1 (adjacent to the Station Booking Office) and throughout the railway station, and with boarding and alighting the train. Customers requiring assistance should make themselves known to station staff no less than 20 minutes prior to the departure time of their train. Customers requiring assistance to access other services or to connect with terminals should request this from their airline or Manchester Airport Group. Assistance can be requested in advance by contacting the TransPennine Express Assisted Travel Team on 0800 107 2149 (18001 prefix for TextRelay). Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge, Accessible public telephones: In the station cafe on platforms 2 and 3, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
Which Frome station do trains from Manchester arrive at?
Getting to Frome from Frome city centre
Frome train station facilities and services
Frome has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Frome.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Frome.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Frome: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Frome: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Frome: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free Category A station - This station has step free access to the platform. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station, Accessible public telephones: Public telephones are not accessible, Accessible taxis: Accessible taxis are available, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: No, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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