Standard
- Power plugs
- WC
- Air-conditioned
Cheapest price on 14 Sept
£12
Average ticket price on 14 Sept
£16
Fastest journey on 14 Sept
2 h 30 m
Average journey duration on 14 Sept
3 h 28 m
Buses on 14 Sept
10
Distance
212 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Metz is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Metz will cost around £16 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £12.
On Mon 14 Sept, we found 10 buses from Frankfurt am Main to Metz, including 10 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 212 km distance in an average of 3 h 28 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 30 m .
The slowest buses will take 3 h 55 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.
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FlixBusOmio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Frankfurt am Main to Metz among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £11 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 38m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £11, while a flight costs an average of £257.
Distance: 212 km
Most popular Coach | Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£11 Average Price Cheapest | £51 Average Price | £257 Average Price | £41 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 54m Average total duration 3h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 6m Average total duration 3h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 38m Average total duration Fastest 1h 38m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 2h 54m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.6 - 1.3kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Frankfurt am Main to Metz:
A coach is £41 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Frankfurt am Main to Metz costing on average £51.
A coach is £247 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Frankfurt am Main to Metz costing on average £257.
Other travel options to Metz take longer:
Coach takes on average 3h 24m.
Train takes on average 3h 36m.
Tickets start at around £11 compared to roughly £41 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £31. The journey takes 3h 24m versus 2h 54m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Sindbad, BlaBlaCar.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
The table below shows live departures for Frankfurt am Main to Metz coaches for today, Sunday 13 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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FlixBus | 19:05 Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 4h00 | 23:05 Metz, Gare routière | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 19:30 Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 3h35 | 23:05 Metz, Gare routière | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 21:45 Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 4h05 | 1:50 Metz, Gare routière | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 22:05 Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 3h45 | 1:50 Metz, Gare routière | 0 changesdirect | |
30481 | 22:50 Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 3h50 | 2:40 Metz, Gare routière | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 0:35 Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 4h25 | 5:00 Metz, Gare routière | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 7:30 Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 3h55 | 11:25 Metz, Gare routière | 0 changesdirect | |
0 | 7:30 Frankfurt am Main | 2h30 | 10:00 Metz | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 11:15 Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 4h00 | 15:15 Metz, Gare routière | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 11:40 Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 3h35 | 15:15 Metz, Gare routière | 0 changesdirect | |
30485 | 12:00 Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 4h35 | 16:35 Metz, Gare routière | 0 changesdirect | |
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Buses from Frankfurt am Main to Metz run on average 11 times per day, taking around 3h 24m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £8 if you book in advance.
There are 11 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:15, the last at 23:15. The fastest coach covers the 212 km distance in 3h 35m.
Distance 212 km |
Average bus duration 3h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price £8 |
Buses per day 11 |
Direct buses 11 |
Fastest bus 3h 35m |
First bus 0:15 |
Last bus 23:15 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 35 days |
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Discover the best of Metz — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Metz trip today.
A leading contemporary art museum with bold architecture, major changing exhibitions and broad views from its elevated terraces.
Set beside the cathedral, this museum traces Metz’s history, archaeology and art through collections shown in historic buildings.
An intimate contemporary art venue showing rotating exhibitions, often highlighting photography, drawing and experimental visual practice.
Metz’s central square is framed by elegant arcades and civic buildings, making it a lively place to admire architecture and city life.
This waterside garden on an island offers tree-lined paths, flowerbeds, leisure areas and broad views towards the Temple Neuf.
This district south of the station features broad avenues and imposing early 20th-century buildings that reveal another side of Metz.
A mirabelle plum tart from Lorraine. Sweet, fragrant and simple, it celebrates the region’s famous golden fruit, widely linked with Metz and nearby orchards.
A rich Lorraine quiche of pastry filled with cream, eggs and lardons. It is one of the region’s best-known classics and a staple in local bakeries and brasseries.
Small almond-flavoured biscuits from Metz, traditionally linked to local confectionery. Their delicate texture makes them a classic souvenir and coffee accompaniment.
Refined French dining in central Metz with seasonal menus, polished service and a calm setting suited to a special meal.
Popular modern bistro serving well-executed French dishes and wines in a relaxed, contemporary city-centre setting.
Traditional brasserie near the cathedral, known for Lorraine specialities, seafood platters and an elegant Belle Époque atmosphere.
Moderate for France: dining and hotels are usually a little cheaper than Paris, while local transport and coffee remain fairly manageable for visitors.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for great restaurant service. Round up taxi fares, and leave small change in cafés if service is good.
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Gare routière, Metz -> Place de la République, Metz
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Frankfurt am Main to Metz by coach. 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 coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Metz, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Frankfurt am Main to Metz buses use the Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) to Metz, Gare routière station pair, with some services arriving at Metz, L'anphitheatre. Use this guide to compare Frankfurt am Main and Metz bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) is 10 km from Frankfurt am Main city centre. Public transport options include:
Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: McDonald's (in the station), Hausmann's (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located throughout the terminal, offering various banking services.
Ticket office support is available at Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36).
Available at Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36): Elevators, ramps, assistance.
Frankfurt am Main, Hauptbahnhof is 1 km from Frankfurt am Main city centre. Public transport options include:
Frankfurt am Main, Hauptbahnhof has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Several fast food outlets and cafes are inside the station.
Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the station. ATMs are aTMs are located near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Frankfurt am Main, Hauptbahnhof.
Available at Frankfurt am Main, Hauptbahnhof: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Frankfurt am Main, Hauptbahnhof: The station is fully accessible to wheelchair users.
Metz, Gare routière is 1 km from Metz city centre. Public transport options include:
Metz, Gare routière has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria de la Gare (in the station), Le Bistrot de la Gare (0.2 km), La Table de Pol (0.5 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Metz, Gare routière.
Available at Metz, Gare routière: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Metz, Gare routière: Elevators, ramps.
Metz, L'anphitheatre has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Several local eateries nearby.
Wi-Fi is available at Metz, L'anphitheatre. ATMs are available at Metz, L'anphitheatre.
Ticket office support is available at Metz, L'anphitheatre.
Available at Metz, L'anphitheatre: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Metz, L'anphitheatre: Station is accessible for individuals with reduced mobility.
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