- Must visit
Fleet Air Arm Museum
An aviation museum with helicopters, jets and interactive exhibits, reflecting Yeovil’s long connection with aircraft design and manufacture.
Cheapest price
£120
Average price
£120
Fastest journey
5 h 56 m
Average duration
5 h 56 m
Trains per day
1
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 travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Manchester to Yeovil will cost around £120 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £120.
Of the 1 trains that leave Manchester for Yeovil every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 284 km distance in an average of 5 h 56 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 56 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 56 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.


The table below shows live departures for Manchester to Yeovil trains for today, Monday 3 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
W29877+ G15450 | On time 12:03 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 5h27 | 17:30 Yeovil Pen Mill (YVP) | 1 change | |
W84683+ G38878+ G15017 · C48135 | On time 12:09 Manchester Oxford Road (MCO) | 6h44 | 18:53 Yeovil Pen Mill (YVP) | 3 changes | |
G01022 · G01148+ G15450 | On time 12:25 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 5h05 | 17:30 Yeovil Pen Mill (YVP) | 2 changes | |
G38878+ G15017 · C48135 | On time 12:30 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 6h23 | 18:53 Yeovil Pen Mill (YVP) | 2 changes | |
G38878+ G15049 · G15481 · C48135 | On time 12:30 Manchester Piccadilly (MAN) | 6h23 | 18:53 Yeovil Pen Mill (YVP) | 3 changes |
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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 £50 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:04, the last at 18:25. The fastest train covers the 284 km distance in 5h 27m.
Distance 284 km |
Average train duration 5h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price £50 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 5h 27m |
First train 5:04 |
Last train 18:25 |
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An aviation museum with helicopters, jets and interactive exhibits, reflecting Yeovil’s long connection with aircraft design and manufacture.
A specialist transport museum displaying steam engines, fairground rides and vintage machinery in a lively heritage setting near Yeovil.
A local museum in nearby Montacute exploring village life, craft and social history through compact, community-focused displays.
A broad open space with woodland trails, archaeology and panoramic viewpoints, popular for walking and picnics near Yeovil.
A large country park west of Yeovil with woodland, meadows and family-friendly paths, ideal for easy walks and open views.
A riverside and wetland reserve with level paths, birdlife and quiet green space, well suited to a relaxed local walk.
A rich Somerset apple cider made from local orchards. It is a defining drink of the county and a staple in pubs around Yeovil.
Dry cured ham traditionally matured in the Somerset levels. Its savoury flavour makes it one of the county’s best known regional foods.
A firm Cheddar-style cheese from Somerset, the historic home of Cheddar. Locals value it for its full flavour and dairy heritage.
Long-established Italian restaurant known locally for pasta, pizza and friendly service in a comfortable town-centre setting.
Stylish restaurant in Yeovil serving modern British cooking, steaks and seafood in a smart but relaxed setting.
Traditional pub dining with British classics, local ales and a characterful historic atmosphere just outside central Yeovil.
Moderate for the UK: accommodation and dining are usually cheaper than London, while local buses and casual meals remain manageable for most visitors.
Tipping is modest. In restaurants, 10-12.5% is usual if service is not included. Round up for taxis. Cafés do not expect tips, but small change is appreciated.
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Yeovil Pen Mill -> Yeovil Bus Station
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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