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Fleet Air Arm Museum
Museum on British helicopters and aviation technology, with many full-size aircraft. One of Yeovil's signature attractions and especially strong for families.
Cheapest price
$315
Average price
$316
Fastest journey
4 h 54 m
Average duration
5 h 3 m
Trains per day
8
Distance
284 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Manchester to Yeovil is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester to Yeovil will cost around $316 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $315.
It's difficult to get from Manchester to Yeovil without transferring at least 2 times.










Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Manchester to Yeovil among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $69. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 0m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $69, and a train costs an average of $69.
Distance: 176 miles (284 km)
Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
$153 Average price Cheapest | $77 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 30m Average total duration Fastest 5h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 58m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Other travel options to Yeovil take longer:
Bus takes on average 8h 8m.
Tickets start at around $153 compared to roughly $77 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-76.19. The journey takes 5h 0m versus 4h 58m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Yeovil trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, August 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 6:24 AM Manchester | 5h08 | 11:32 AM Yeovil | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 8:25 AM Manchester | 5h05 | 1:30 PM Yeovil | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 10:25 AM Manchester | 5h05 | 3:30 PM Yeovil | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 12:25 PM Manchester | 5h05 | 5:30 PM Yeovil | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 1:25 PM Manchester | 5h28 | 6:53 PM Yeovil | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 2:25 PM Manchester | 5h24 | 7:49 PM Yeovil | 2 transfers | |
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Trains from Manchester to Yeovil run on average 5 times per day, taking around 5h 0m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $69 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:04, the last at 18:25. The fastest train covers the 176 miles (284 km) distance in 5h 27m.
Distance 176 miles (284 km) |
Average train duration 5h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price $69 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 5h 27m |
First train 5:04 AM |
Last train 6:25 PM |
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Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Best time to book 35 days |
Discover the best of Yeovil — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Yeovil trip today.
Museum on British helicopters and aviation technology, with many full-size aircraft. One of Yeovil's signature attractions and especially strong for families.
Small local museum covering Yeovil's social, industrial, and civic history. A useful starting point for understanding the town and its development.
Museum in a historic house exploring local life, notable residents, and material culture. It is a rewarding smaller museum near Yeovil.
Striking hill-country park with Iron Age earthworks, quarry scenery, and panoramic views. One of the best outdoor heritage landscapes near Yeovil.
Yeovil's main green space with gardens, play areas, and seasonal planting. It is ideal for a relaxed walk close to the town centre.
Popular riverside and woodland park with open meadows and paths. A pleasant local favorite for walking, wildlife, and easy outdoor time.
A traditional Somerset cheese made from cow's milk. Rich, tangy and crumbly, it is one of the county's best-known foods and often served in pubs and farm shops.
A regional cider brandy distilled from Somerset cider apples. It is a distinctive local spirit tied closely to the county's orchards and cider-making heritage.
Traditional farmhouse cider made from local apples. Somerset is famous for cider, and around Yeovil it remains a classic drink in pubs and at rural events.
Refined country-house dining known for seasonal British cooking, polished service and an elegant setting just outside Yeovil.
Popular Yeovil pub and restaurant serving British classics, steaks and Sunday roasts in a relaxed, traditional atmosphere.
Well-known local Indian restaurant with a long-standing reputation for flavourful curries and friendly service in central Yeovil.
Moderate for the UK. Hotels and dining are usually cheaper than London, while buses and taxis add moderate daily costs for visitors.
Tipping is optional. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is common for good service if not already added. Round up for taxis. Cafe tipping is not expected but small change is appreciated.
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Yeovil Pen Mill -> Yeovil Town Centre
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Manchester to Yeovil 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 Yeovil, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Manchester to Yeovil trains use the Manchester Piccadilly to Yeovil Pen Mill station pair. Use this guide to compare Manchester and Yeovil train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like 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 options include: Burger King, Caffè Nero, Carluccio’s, Hotel Chocolat, Starbucks, The Pasty Shop, Costa Coffee, Pret a Manger, Upper Crust, McDonald's, & more
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.
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 storage is operated by Excess Baggage Co. Llocated between Platforms 10 and 11 and open daily from 08:00 to 21:00.
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Manchester Piccadilly: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Piccadilly: There is step-free access throughout the station. Ramps for train access and wheelchairs are also available.
Nearby hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Manchester - Piccadilly, Premier Inn Manchester City, Staycity Aparthotels - Manchester Piccadilly.
Manchester Oxford Road has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Car Rental.
Food and drink options are available at Manchester Oxford Road.
Ticket office support is available at Manchester Oxford Road.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Manchester Oxford Road: Parking, WC.
Available at Manchester Oxford Road: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Manchester Oxford Road: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Category B Station, please note there are no tactile pavings at this station - There are two lifts at the Piccadilly end of platform 4 and 2/3 which connect the concourse area platform 4 and 5 with 2/3. Note: there is no lift access to platform 1 at all, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: Accepts Cash & Cards, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Manchester Airport is 13 km from Manchester city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options are available at Manchester Airport.
Wi-Fi is available at Manchester Airport. ATMs are available at Manchester Airport.
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.
Available at Manchester Airport: Parking, WC.
Available at Manchester Airport: Bike Parking.
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.
Yeovil Pen Mill is 1 km from Yeovil city centre. Public transport options include:
Yeovil Pen Mill has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Yeovil Pen Mill.
Wi-Fi is available at Yeovil Pen Mill.
Ticket office support is available at Yeovil Pen Mill.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Yeovil Pen Mill: Parking, WC.
Available at Yeovil Pen Mill: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Yeovil Pen Mill: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access note: Step Free Category B3 station - This station has a degree of step free access to the platforms, Platform 3 can only be accessed via a step bridge when the station is unstaffed. Access via a barrow crossing to platform 3 but only when the station is staffed. 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 can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes.
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