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Derby to Bologna trains

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The average train between Derby and Bologna takes 23h 37m and the fastest train takes 20h 46m. The train service runs several times per day from Derby to Bologna. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

23h 37m
Duration
1,772 km
Distance
€449
Average price
Twice daily
Frequency

Derby to Bologna train times

Trains run twice daily between Derby and Bologna. The earliest departure is at 8:54 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Derby is at 5:34 PM which arrives into Bologna at 4:54 PM. All services require a transfer at London St Pancras Intl and take an average of 23h 37m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Saturday, November 7, 2026

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    East Midlands RailwaysEurostarTGV inOuiTrenitaliaItaloTreno20h 46m • 4 changes
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    East Midlands RailwaysEurostarTGV inOuiTrenitaliaItaloTreno28h 46m • 4 changes

Departing Sunday, November 8, 2026

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    East Midlands RailwaysEurostarTGV inOuiTrenitaliaItaloTreno21h • 4 changes
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    East Midlands RailwaysEurostarTGV inOuiTrenitaliaItaloTreno27h 10m • 4 changes

Departing Monday, November 9, 2026

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    East Midlands RailwaysEurostarTGV inOuiTrenitaliaItaloTreno20h 46m • 4 changes
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    East Midlands RailwaysEurostarTGV inOuiTrenitaliaItaloTreno26h 46m • 4 changes

Departing Tuesday, November 10, 2026

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    East Midlands RailwaysEurostarTGV inOuiTrenitaliaItaloTreno20h 46m • 4 changes
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    East Midlands RailwaysEurostarTGV inOuiTrenitaliaItaloTreno22h 20m • 4 changes

Departing Wednesday, November 11, 2026

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    East Midlands RailwaysEurostarTGV inOuiTrenitaliaItaloTreno20h 46m • 4 changes
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    East Midlands RailwaysEurostarTGV inOuiTrenitaliaItaloTreno26h 46m • 4 changes

Departing Thursday, November 12, 2026

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    East Midlands RailwaysEurostarTGV inOuiTrenitaliaItaloTreno20h 46m • 4 changes
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    East Midlands RailwaysEurostarTGV inOuiTrenitaliaItaloTreno26h 46m • 4 changes

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Derby to Bologna? 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.

Map of how to get from Derby to Bologna.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 1,772.3 km
  • Duration: 23h 37m

What companies run services between Derby, England and Bologna, Italy?

You can take a train from Derby to Bologna centrale via London St Pancras Intl, Lille Europe, Lyon Part Dieu, and Milano Centrale in around 15h 14m.

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