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The cheapest and fastest trains from Mainz to Metz
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 15 Oct
Cheapest price on 15 Oct
£62
Average ticket price on 15 Oct
£65
Fastest journey on 15 Oct
3 h 26 m
Average journey duration on 15 Oct
3 h 27 m
Trains on 15 Oct
3
Distance
180 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Mainz to Metz is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Mainz to Metz will cost around £65 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £62.
Fast trains
On Thu 15 Oct, we found 3 trains from Mainz to Metz, including 3 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 180 km distance in an average of 3 h 27 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 26 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 29 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.
12:563h26Mainz16:22Metz£621One-way0 changes- 7:533h29Mainz11:22Metz£661One-way0 changes
- 11:563h26Mainz15:22Metz£661One-way0 changes
- 12:563h26Mainz16:22Metz£621One-way0 changes
- 11:563h26Mainz15:22Metz£661One-way0 changes
- 7:533h29Mainz11:22Metz£661One-way0 changes
Journey information
Overview: Train from Mainz to Metz
Germany
France
Trains from Mainz to Metz run on average 5 times per day, taking around 3h 14m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £59 but you can travel from only £12 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 02:02, the last at 20:38. The fastest train covers the 180 km distance in 3h 13m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £12
Distance 180 km |
Average train duration 3h 14m |
Cheapest ticket price £59 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 3h 13m |
First train 2:02 |
Last train 20:38 |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 3 days |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £12
Live departures
Mainz to Metz train times
The table below shows live departures for Mainz to Metz trains for tomorrow, Thursday 15 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7:53 Mainz | 3h29 | 11:22 Metz | 0 changesdirect | |
| 11:56 Mainz | 3h26 | 15:22 Metz | 0 changesdirect | |
| 12:56 Mainz | 3h26 | 16:22 Metz | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Deutsche Bahn
About
Deutsche Bahn (DB) is Germany’s main train operator, running around 40,000 domestic and international services each day. Its fleet includes a variety of train types: high-speed ICE (Intercity Express) trains, reaching up to 300 km/h; IC (Intercity) and EC (EuroCity) trains for long-distance travel; and IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express), and RB (Regionalbahn) services for regional and local connections. While bathrooms are standard on all trains, amenities such as onboard restaurants and free Wi-Fi are available only on certain train types and routes. DB offers a wide range of fares, including Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible tickets, along with discount cards like the BahnCard 25, 50, and 100. Additional options include single tickets, day tickets, and group tickets. Popular routes include Berlin–Munich, Hamburg–Frankfurt, Cologne–Stuttgart, Berlin–Dresden, and Hamburg–Cologne, as well as numerous regional services across Germany.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Deutsche Bahn Duration
3h 13m
Cheapest Deutsche Bahn Price
£59
Deutsche Bahn frequency
5 a day
Luggage included
Passengers are allowed to bring hand luggage and one additional larger item free of charge, provided they can carry it themselves
Luggage storage
Luggage can be stored in overhead racks, under the seat, or in designated luggage areas near the doors or in the middle of the carriage.
Cancellation Policy
Tickets can be canceled based on their fare conditions as mentioned in what type of train tickets are refundable?
Refund
If DB cancels a train, passengers are entitled to a full refund of the ticket price.
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Most ICE and many IC/EC trains have:
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.
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.
Seat reservation
Second Class:
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.
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.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
DB trains are equipped with facilities for passengers with reduced mobility, including wheelchair spaces, accessible restrooms, and assistance services.
Pets
Small pets (e.g. cats, small dogs, etc.):
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.
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.
Quiet zone
Complete guide to Metz
Things to do in Metz
Discover the best of Metz — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Metz trip today.
- Recommended
Musée de la Cour d'Or
Set beside the cathedral, this museum traces Metz’s history, archaeology and art through collections shown in historic buildings.
- Recommended
Frac Lorraine
An intimate contemporary art venue showing rotating exhibitions, often highlighting photography, drawing and experimental visual practice.
- Recommended
Place Saint-Louis
Metz’s central square is framed by elegant arcades and civic buildings, making it a lively place to admire architecture and city life.
- Recommended
Jardin de l'Esplanade
This waterside garden on an island offers tree-lined paths, flowerbeds, leisure areas and broad views towards the Temple Neuf.
- Recommended
Quartier Impérial
This district south of the station features broad avenues and imposing early 20th-century buildings that reveal another side of Metz.
- Vegetarian
Tarte aux mirabelles
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.
Quiche lorraine
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.
- Vegetarian
Macarons de Metz
Small almond-flavoured biscuits from Metz, traditionally linked to local confectionery. Their delicate texture makes them a classic souvenir and coffee accompaniment.
Le Jardin de Bellevue
Refined French dining in central Metz with seasonal menus, polished service and a calm setting suited to a special meal.
La Fleure de Ly
Popular modern bistro serving well-executed French dishes and wines in a relaxed, contemporary city-centre setting.
Brasserie L'Excelsior
Traditional brasserie near the cathedral, known for Lorraine specialities, seafood platters and an elegant Belle Époque atmosphere.
Euro (€)
Moderate for France: dining and hotels are usually a little cheaper than Paris, while local transport and coffee remain fairly manageable for visitors.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- €8-12 for fast food or a simple lunch.
- Mid-range
- €20-35 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- €60+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- €2.50-4 for coffee or cappuccino.
Tipping culture
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.
LE MET’ Mobilités
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Prices
- Single ticket
- €1.90
- Day pass
- €4.40
To the city centre
Gare de Metz-Ville -> Place de la République, Metz
- Distance
- 900 m
- Travel time
- 12 min
- Buy tickets before boarding when possible; LE MET’ also sells a separate on-board bus ticket, which is not the standard fare.
- Gare de Metz-Ville is within walking distance of the centre, and LE MET’ journey tools provide official stop-to-stop times.
Best day trips from Metz by train
The most popular day trips by train from Metz are Nancy, Strasbourg, Paris and Reims. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Metz on Omio.
Day trip from Metz to Nancy by train
Why visit Nancy for the day?
Nancy is known for the grand Place Stanislas and one of France’s richest Art Nouveau legacies. Its compact centre blends 18th-century elegance with a lively student atmosphere and the distinct identity of Lorraine.
How to get from Metz to Nancy by train?
There are 14 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:28, the last at 22:50. The fastest train covers the 48 km distance in 37m.
Day trip from Metz to Strasbourg by train
Why visit Strasbourg for the day?
Strasbourg is known for its mix of French and German heritage, canal-lined streets and European institutions. The Grande Île, La Petite France and its striking cathedral give the city a distinct Alsatian character.
How to get from Metz to Strasbourg by train?
There are 9 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:37, the last at 22:46. The fastest train covers the 129 km distance in 47m.
Day trip from Metz to Paris by train
Why visit Paris for the day?
Paris is known for elegant streets, major museums and a cultural identity shaped by art, fashion and café life. Along the Seine, grand landmarks sit beside neighbourhoods that still feel local and lived in.
How to get from Metz to Paris by train?
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:43, the last at 21:40. The fastest train covers the 281 km distance in 1h 22m.
Day trip from Metz to Reims by train
Why visit Reims for the day?
Reims is best known for its cathedral and its long connection with champagne production. Roman heritage and a compact centre give the city a grand but approachable feel.
How to get from Metz to Reims by train?
The earliest train runs at 05:51, the last at 21:12. The fastest train covers the 156 km distance in 51m.
FAQs: Mainz to Metz train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Mainz 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.
The cost of a train ticket from Mainz to Metz can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £59, while the average price tends to be around £59.
The train journey from Mainz to Metz covers a distance of 180 km and takes approximately 3h 13m. Trains run 5 per day.
The train distance from Mainz to Metz is 180 km.
The first train from Mainz to Metz leaves at 2:02.
The last train from Mainz to Metz departs at 20:38.
Trains from Mainz to Metz run approximately 5 times per day.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Mainz to Metz.
There is no night train service from Mainz to Metz.
The train station in Mainz that goes to Metz is Mainz Hbf, and it arrives at Metz-Ville.
Booking trains from Mainz to Metz in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Mainz to Metz offers a scenic experience, featuring picturesque views of the rolling hills and vineyards of the Rhine Valley, as well as charming German and French countryside landscapes.
Yes, you can take the train from Mainz to Metz.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Mainz and Metz
Most Mainz to Metz trains use the Mainz Hbf to Metz-Ville station pair. Use this guide to compare Mainz and Metz train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in Mainz
Arrival train stations in Metz
Which Mainz station do trains to Metz leave from?
Trains from Mainz to Metz leave from Mainz Hbf. The station is 2 km from Mainz city centre at Mainz Hbf, Bahnhofplatz 1, 55116 Mainz.
Mainz HbfMainz Hbf, Bahnhofplatz 1, 55116 Mainz
City-centre transport
Getting to Mainz Hbf from Mainz city centre
Mainz Hbf is 2 km from Mainz city centre. Public transport options include:
Bus92, 76, 62 · 9m · every ~13 min
93, 76, 65, 64 · 12m · every ~6 min
Tram52, 50 · 12m · every ~11 min
Mainz Hbf train station facilities and services
Mainz 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: Mangal, Asia Wok, Bistrorante Midi, McDonald's
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Mainz Hbf. ATMs are available at Mainz Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Mainz Hbf. Information desks are available at Mainz Hbf.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Mainz Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Mainz Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Mainz Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Mainz Hbf.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Advena Europa Hotel, GuestHouse Mainz, Terminus, Hotel Moguntia.
Which Metz station do trains from Mainz arrive at?
Trains from Mainz to Metz arrive at Metz-Ville. Metz-Ville is 1 km from Metz city centre.
Metz-Ville3 Place du General de Gaulle, 57000 Metz, France+33 892353535
City-centre transport
Getting to Metz-Ville from Metz city centre
Metz-Ville is 1 km from Metz city centre. Public transport options include:
Bus57R046, 57R048, 57R049, 57R050, 57R068, 57R075, 57R077, 57R201 · 12m · £2 · every ~8 min
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.
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