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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.
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cologne to Metz is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cologne to Metz will cost around £48 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £30.
To travel from Cologne to Metz you need to make at least 2 changes.
IC 2040 · 4108 · TER 88527 · 5108
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ICE 929 · 4346 · TER 88617 · 5126
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IC 2046 · 4120 · TER 88535 · 5120
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ICE 27 · 4110 · TER 88529 · 5110
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ICE 927 · 4122 · TER 88613 · 5122
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IC 2048 · 4124 · 86398
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ICE 611 · 4133 · 88860 · TER 23760
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IC 2046 · 5120 · TER 88535
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ICE 927 · 4122 · TER 88613 · 5122
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Trains from Cologne to Metz run on average 4 times per day, taking around 4h 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £10 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:24. The fastest train covers the 209 km distance in 3h 41m.
Distance 209 km |
Average train duration 4h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price £10 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 3h 41m |
First train 0:01 |
Last train 23:24 |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 35 days |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Cologne to Metz.
The table below shows live departures for Cologne to Metz trains for today, Saturday 7 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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ICE 101+ 830322+ TGV 9576 | 6:53 Cologne Hbf | 6h22 | 13:15 Metz-Ville | 2 changes | |
ICE 101+ 830324+ TGV 9576 | 6:53 Cologne Hbf | 8h23 | 15:16 Metz-Ville | 2 changes | |
ICE 101+ 9898+ TGV 9576 | 6:53 Cologne Hbf | 6h31 | 13:24 Metz-Ville | 2 changes | |
ICE 25 · 4106 · 86396 | On time 7:54 Cologne Hbf | 4h21 | 12:15 Metz-Ville | 2 changes | |
IC 2040 · 5108 · TER 88527 | On time 8:53 Cologne Hbf | 4h34 | 13:27 Metz-Ville | 2 changes | |
ICE 2619 · 29514 · 88846 | On time 8:58 Cologne Messe/Deutz | 5h24 | 14:22 Metz-Ville | 2 changes | |
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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 de Metz-Ville -> Place de la République, Metz
Get destination-focused answers for the end of your trip, including what to do, when to go, practical entry details, and tips for making the most of your time in Metz.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cologne to Metz by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Metz, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Cologne to Metz trains use the Köln Hbf to Metz-Ville station pair, with some services arriving at Metz Nord. Use this guide to compare Cologne and Metz train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Köln Hbf is 1 km from Cologne city centre. Public transport options include:
Köln Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: asiagourmet, Coffee Fellows, dean&david, Dunkin' Donuts, KFC, McDonald's, Pizza Hut, Nordsee, Starbucks, Schweinske, & more
Free Wi-Fi for 30 minutes only. ATMs are available at Köln Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Köln Hbf. Information desks are one near the departure/arrival board and another near the escalators close to Platforms 4 and 5.
Luggage storage is there are luggage lockers in the station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Köln Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Köln Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Köln Hbf: Wheelchair accessible & mobility assistance staff. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Nearby hotels include Wyndham Koeln, Hilton Cologne, Excelsior Hotel Ernst.
Köln/Bonn Flughafen is 13 km from Cologne city centre. Public transport options include:
Köln/Bonn Flughafen has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Café Bistro Leysieffer, Mishba, Ständige Vertretung, Kamps
Wi-Fi is available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen. ATMs are available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen.
Ticket office support is available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen. Information desks are available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen.
Luggage storage is available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen.
Köln Messe/Deutz is 1 km from Cologne city centre. Public transport options include:
Köln Messe/Deutz has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Imbiss Athena, Arena Grill, Cafe Especial, Joe Champs
Wi-Fi is available at Köln Messe/Deutz. ATMs are available at Köln Messe/Deutz.
Ticket office support is available at Köln Messe/Deutz. Information desks are available at Köln Messe/Deutz.
Luggage storage is available at Köln Messe/Deutz. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Köln Messe/Deutz: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Köln Messe/Deutz: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Köln Messe/Deutz.
Nearby hotels include Pension Helenenwall, Zur guten Quelle, Zum Goldenen Hut, Merlin.
Metz-Ville is 1 km from Metz city centre. Public transport options include:
Metz-Ville has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food options include: Terroirs de Lorraine Michel Roth, Starbucks, Bonne Journée
Free Wi-Fi in the station.
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 07:30 - 19:00, Sat: 07:00 - 19:00, Sun: 12:00 - 19:00. Information desks are located opposite the main entrance, next to the lost and found counter.
Available at Metz-Ville: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Metz-Ville: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Metz-Ville: Accessible restrooms, elevators, escalators, and wheelchair access, as well as facilities for those with visual/auditory impairment. There are call buttons for assistance when staff are not available.
Nearby hotels include ATC, Ibis Metz Centre Gare, Hotel Bristol Metz Centre Gare.
Metz Nord is 2 km from Metz city centre. Public transport options include:
Metz Nord has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Metz Nord.
Ticket office support is available at Metz Nord.
Available at Metz Nord: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Metz Nord: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Metz Nord: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include ibis Metz Woippy, Hotel Campanile Metz Nord, Première Classe Metz Nord - Talange.
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