The average train between Derby and Bilbao takes 24h 20m and the fastest train takes 22h 13m. The train service runs several times per day from Derby to Bilbao. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run twice daily between Derby and Bilbao. The earliest departure is at 11:07 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Derby is at 5:34 PM which arrives into Bilbao at 6:21 PM. All services require a transfer at London St Pancras Intl and take an average of 24h 20m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Want to know about travelling from Derby to Bilbao? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Derby to Bilbao. However, there are services departing from Derby station and arriving at Bilbao station via London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 24h 20m.
Derby to Bilbao train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Derby station.
Derby to Bilbao train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Zazpikaleak/Casco Viejo-Bilbao station.
The distance between Derby and Bilbao is 1,079.5 km. The road distance is 1,647 km.
You can take a train from Derby to Zazpikaleak/Casco Viejo-Bilbao via London St Pancras Intl, Lille Europe, Lille Flandres, Bordeaux St Jean, Hendaye, Hendaia, and Amara-Donostia in around 16h 41m.