The average train between Derby and France takes 5h 21m and the fastest train takes 4h 28m. The train service runs several times per day from Derby to France. 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 France. The earliest departure is at 7:57 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Derby is at 6:26 PM which arrives into France at 12:05 AM. All services require a transfer at London St Pancras Intl and take an average of 5h 21m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


6h 8m • 2 changes


6h 9m • 2 changes


5h 40m • 2 changes


5h 37m • 2 changes
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No, there is no direct train from Derby to France. However, there are services departing from Derby station and arriving at France station via London St Pancras Intl. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 21m.
Derby to France train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, depart from Derby station.
Derby to France train services, operated by East Midlands Railways, arrive at Paris Nord station.
The distance between Derby and France is 742.9 km. The road distance is 659 km.
You can take a train from Derby to Cité via London St Pancras Intl, Paris Nord, and Gare du Nord in around 5h 3m.