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Centre Pompidou-Metz
A leading contemporary art museum with bold architecture, major changing exhibitions and broad views from its elevated terraces.
Cheapest price on 29 Oct
£10
Average ticket price on 29 Oct
£14
Fastest journey on 29 Oct
2 h 30 m
Average journey duration on 29 Oct
3 h 27 m
Buses on 29 Oct
13
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 £14 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £10.
On Thu 29 Oct, we found 13 buses from Frankfurt am Main to Metz, including 13 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 212 km distance in an average of 3 h 27 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 50 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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Buses from Frankfurt am Main to Metz run on average 11 times per day, taking around 3h 54m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £8 but you can travel from only £7 by train.
There are 10 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:15, the last at 23:15. The fastest coach covers the 212 km distance in 2h 25m.
Distance 212 km |
Average bus duration 3h 54m |
Cheapest ticket price £8 |
Buses per day 11 |
Direct buses 10 |
Fastest bus 2h 25m |
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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The table below shows live departures for Frankfurt am Main to Metz coaches for today, Wednesday 28 October. 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 | |
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FlixBus | 0:35 Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 4h25 | 5:00 Metz, Gare routière | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 5:55 Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 4h35 | 10:30 Metz, Gare routière | 0 changesdirect | |
30483 | 7:00 Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 3h55 | 10:55 Metz, Gare routière | 0 changesdirect | |
0 | 7:30 Frankfurt am Main | 2h30 | 10:00 Metz | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 7:30 Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 3h55 | 11:25 Metz, Gare routière | 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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A leading contemporary art museum with bold architecture, major changing exhibitions and broad views from its elevated terraces.
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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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