The cheapest and fastest trains from Düsseldorf to Metz
Cheapest price
£35
Average price
£68
Fastest journey
5 h 2 m
Average duration
6 h 6 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
238 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Düsseldorf to Metz is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Düsseldorf to Metz will cost around £68 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £35.
Of the 5 trains that leave Düsseldorf for Metz every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 238 km distance in an average of 6 h 6 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 2 m .
The slowest trains will take 6 h 53 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.
6:275h02Düsseldorf11:29Metz£351One-way0 changes
7:275h47Düsseldorf13:14Metz£461One-way0 changes
8:216h53Düsseldorf15:14Metz£651One-way0 changes
8:156h12Düsseldorf14:27Metz£701One-way0 changes
9:246h35Düsseldorf15:59Metz£1231One-way0 changes
6:275h02Düsseldorf11:29Metz£351One-way0 changes
7:275h47Düsseldorf13:14Metz£461One-way0 changes
8:156h12Düsseldorf14:27Metz£701One-way0 changes
9:246h35Düsseldorf15:59Metz£1231One-way0 changes
8:216h53Düsseldorf15:14Metz£651One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Düsseldorf to Metz
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Düsseldorf to Metz among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £16. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 46m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £16, and a flight costs an average of £102.
Distance: 238 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£60 Average Price | £30 Average Price Cheapest | £194 Average Price |
5h 16m Average total duration Fastest 4h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 1m Average total duration 6h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 25m Average total duration 10h 25m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | 0.7 - 1.4kg CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Düsseldorf to Metz train times
The table below shows live departures for Düsseldorf to Metz trains for today, Thursday 16 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:27 Düsseldorf | 5h47 | 13:14 Metz | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 7:47 Düsseldorf | 5h41 | 13:28 Metz | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 7:48 Düsseldorf | 5h40 | 13:28 Metz | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 8:10 Düsseldorf | 5h17 | 13:27 Metz | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 8:14 Düsseldorf | 5h14 | 13:28 Metz | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 6:27 Düsseldorf | 5h02 | 11:29 Metz | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Düsseldorf to Metz
Trains from Düsseldorf to Metz run on average 6 times per day, taking around 4h 46m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £30 but you can travel from only £16 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 03:01, the last at 22:38. The fastest train covers the 238 km distance in 4h 55m.
Distance 238 km |
Average train duration 4h 46m |
Cheapest ticket price £30 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 4h 55m |
First train 3:01 |
Last train 22:38 |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, Intercity, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) from Düsseldorf to Metz trainsDeutsche Bahn, Intercity, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) trains will get you between Düsseldorf and Metz from £16. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
Intercity
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
FAQs: Düsseldorf to Metz train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Düsseldorf 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.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Düsseldorf and Metz
Most Düsseldorf to Metz trains use the Düsseldorf Hbf to Metz-Ville station pair, with some services arriving at Metz Nord. Use this guide to compare Düsseldorf and Metz train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Düsseldorf station do trains to Metz leave from?
Getting to Düsseldorf Hbf from Düsseldorf city centre
Düsseldorf Hbf is 1 km from Düsseldorf city centre. Public transport options include:
Düsseldorf Hbf train station facilities and services
Düsseldorf 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 and drink
Food options include: Zaxopondeiva Cafe, Lauren's Cafe, China Imbiss, Fu chu yuan
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Düsseldorf Hbf. ATMs are available at Düsseldorf Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Düsseldorf Hbf. Information desks are available at Düsseldorf Hbf.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Düsseldorf Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Düsseldorf Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Düsseldorf Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Düsseldorf Hbf.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Lindenhof, Hotel Batavia, Sir Astor, Lady Astor.
Getting to Düsseldorf-Bilk from Düsseldorf city centre
Düsseldorf-Bilk is 1 km from Düsseldorf city centre. Public transport options include:
Düsseldorf-Bilk train station facilities and services
Düsseldorf-Bilk 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 and drink
Food options include: Zur Pfeffermühle, Pizzeria Da Gino, Rohbau, Grindhouse Homemade Burgers
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Düsseldorf-Bilk. ATMs are available at Düsseldorf-Bilk.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Düsseldorf-Bilk. Information desks are available at Düsseldorf-Bilk.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Düsseldorf-Bilk. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Düsseldorf-Bilk: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Düsseldorf-Bilk: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Düsseldorf-Bilk.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Novum Hotel Maxim Düsseldorf City, Günnewig Hotel Esplanade, Novum Hotel Flora, Hotel Niku.
Getting to Düsseldorf Friedrichstadt from Düsseldorf city centre
Düsseldorf Friedrichstadt is 1 km from Düsseldorf city centre. Public transport options include:
Düsseldorf Friedrichstadt train station facilities and services
Düsseldorf Friedrichstadt 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 and drink
Food options include: Fu chu yuan, Taj Mahal, Hai Xian, To1980
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Düsseldorf Friedrichstadt. ATMs are available at Düsseldorf Friedrichstadt.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Düsseldorf Friedrichstadt. Information desks are available at Düsseldorf Friedrichstadt.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Düsseldorf Friedrichstadt. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Düsseldorf Friedrichstadt: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Düsseldorf Friedrichstadt: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Düsseldorf Friedrichstadt.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Batavia, Hotel Ko, Hotel Burns, Hotel Düsseldorf Mitte.
Which Metz station do trains from Düsseldorf arrive at?
Getting to Metz-Ville from Metz city centre
Metz-Ville is 1 km from Metz city centre. Public transport options include:
Metz-Ville train station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: Terroirs de Lorraine Michel Roth, Starbucks, Bonne Journée
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station.
Tickets and information
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.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Metz-Ville: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Metz-Ville: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
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.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include ATC, Ibis Metz Centre Gare, Hotel Bristol Metz Centre Gare.
Getting to Metz Nord from Metz city centre
Metz Nord is 2 km from Metz city centre. Public transport options include:
Metz Nord train station facilities and services
Metz Nord has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Metz Nord.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Metz Nord.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Metz Nord: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Metz Nord: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Metz Nord: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include ibis Metz Woippy, Hotel Campanile Metz Nord, Première Classe Metz Nord - Talange.
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