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Derby to Santander trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Derby and Santander takes 34h 21m and the fastest train takes 34h 2m. The train runs, on average, 2 times per week from Derby to Santander. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

34h 21m
Duration
2,847 km
Distance
€660
Average price
Twice a week
Frequency

Derby to Santander train times

Trains run twice a week between Derby and Santander. The earliest departure is at 11:32 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Derby is at 12:09 PM which arrives into Santander at 11:12 PM. All services require a transfer at London St Pancras Intl and take an average of 34h 21m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    Arrives next day

    East Midlands RailwaysEurostarTGV inOuiRenfe ViajerosRenfe CercaniasRenfe Viajeros34h 39m • 5 changes

Departing Friday, November 13, 2026

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    Arrives next day

    East Midlands RailwaysEurostarTGV inOuiRenfe ViajerosRenfe CercaniasRenfe Viajeros34h 2m • 5 changes

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Derby to Santander? 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.

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  • Distance: 2,846.5 km
  • Duration: 34h 21m

What companies run services between Derby, England and Santander, Spain?

You can take a train from Derby to Santander via London St Pancras Intl, Lille Europe, Narbonne, Madrid-Puerta De Atocha-Almudena Grandes, Madrid-Atocha Cercanías, and Madrid Chamartín in around 23h 10m.

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