- Must visit
Centre Pompidou-Metz
A leading contemporary art museum with bold architecture, major changing exhibitions and broad views from its elevated terraces.
Cheapest price
£15
Average price
£15
Fastest journey
38 m
Average duration
41 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
45 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Freyming-Merlebach to Metz is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Freyming-Merlebach to Metz will cost around £15 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £15.
Of the 5 trains that leave Freyming-Merlebach 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 45 km distance in an average of 41 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 38 m .
The slowest trains will take 42 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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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Freyming-Merlebach to Metz among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £4. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 40m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £4, and a train costs an average of £5.
Distance: 45 km
Most popular Train | Coach |
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£11 Average Price | £5 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 10m Average total duration 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 10m Average total duration Fastest 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
The table below shows live departures for Freyming-Merlebach to Metz trains for today, Sunday 16 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 10:40 Bening | 0h40 | 11:20 Metz | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 12:40 Bening | 0h40 | 13:20 Metz | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 16:41 Bening | 0h40 | 17:21 Metz | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 17:40 Bening | 0h42 | 18:22 Metz | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 17:46 Bening | 0h40 | 18:26 Metz | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 18:40 Bening | 0h41 | 19:21 Metz | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 19:42 Bening | 0h40 | 20:22 Metz | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 20:41 Bening | 0h39 | 21:20 Metz | 0 changesdirect | |
| Monday 17 August | |||||
![]() | 5:10 Bening | 0h42 | 5:52 Metz | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 6:13 Bening | 0h42 | 6:55 Metz | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 6:32 Bening | 0h38 | 7:10 Metz | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 6:42 Bening | 0h41 | 7:23 Metz | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 6:58 Bening | 0h42 | 7:40 Metz | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Freyming-Merlebach to Metz run on average 26 times per day, taking around 40m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £5 but you can travel from only £4 by coach.
There are 18 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:38, the last at 22:38. The fastest train covers the 45 km distance in 36m.
Distance 45 km |
Average train duration 40m |
Cheapest ticket price £5 |
Trains per day 26 |
Direct trains 18 |
Fastest train 36m |
First train 5:38 |
Last train 22:38 |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 1 day |
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 de Metz-Ville -> Place de la République, Metz
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Freyming-Merlebach 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 Freyming-Merlebach to Metz trains use the Bening to Metz-Ville station pair. Use this guide to compare Freyming-Merlebach and Metz train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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.
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