The cheapest and fastest trains from Saint-Étienne to Metz
Cheapest price
£75
Average price
£110
Fastest journey
6 h 4 m
Average duration
6 h 28 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
431 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Saint-Étienne to Metz is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Saint-Étienne to Metz will cost around £110 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £75.
Of the 5 trains that leave Saint-Étienne 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 431 km distance in an average of 6 h 28 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 4 m .
The slowest trains will take 6 h 54 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.










Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Saint-Étienne to Metz
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Saint-Étienne to Metz among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £27. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 32m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £27, and a flight costs an average of £111.
Distance: 431 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
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£84 Average Price | £44 Average Price Cheapest | £234 Average Price |
6h 2m Average total duration Fastest 5h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 58m Average total duration 6h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 30m Average total duration 10h 30m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Saint-Étienne to Metz train times
The table below shows live departures for Saint-Étienne to Metz trains for tomorrow, Friday 14 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 05:20 Saint-Étienne | 6h04 | 11:24 Metz | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 08:18 Saint-Étienne | 8h10 | 16:28 Metz | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:11 Saint-Étienne | 6h54 | 17:05 Metz | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 12:19 Saint-Étienne | 6h50 | 19:09 Metz | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 14:49 Saint-Étienne | 6h13 | 21:02 Metz | 0 changesdirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Saint-Étienne to Metz
Trains from Saint-Étienne to Metz run on average 8 times per day, taking around 5h 32m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £57 but you can travel from only £27 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:41, the last at 17:32. The fastest train covers the 431 km distance in 4h 38m.
Distance 431 km |
Average train duration 5h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price £57 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 4h 38m |
First train 05:41 |
Last train 17:32 |
Train companies: TGV INOUI, SNCF from Saint-Étienne to Metz trainsTGV INOUI, SNCF trains will get you between Saint-Étienne and Metz from £27. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Saint-Étienne to Metz train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Saint-Étienne 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 Saint-Étienne and Metz
- 4:45 AM - 12:00 AM Monday - Friday
- 4:45 AM - 12:00 AM Saturday
- 5:15 AM - 12:00 AM Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible via Rue Esplanade de France.
- Le Bistrot de Paris
- La Loco
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €0.50
- ibis Styles Saint Étienne Gare Châteaucreux
- Novotel Saint-Étienne Centre Gare
- Located in the main hall
- 70 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-6 for regional and TGV trains
- Hall 2: access to tramway and bus connections
- Tramway: Line T1, Line T2
- Bus: Several lines available
- Mon - Fri: 07:30 - 19:00
- Sat: 07:00 - 19:00
- Sun: 12:00 - 19:00
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Terroirs de Lorraine Michel Roth
- Starbucks
- Bonne Journée
- 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.
- ATC
- Ibis Metz Centre Gare
- Hotel Bristol Metz Centre Gare
- Mon - Fri: 07:30 - 19:00
- Sat: 07:00 - 19:00
- Sun: 12:00 - 19:00
- Located opposite the main entrance, next to the lost and found counter.
- Bus lines: 1/21/31, 2, 3, 5/25, 8, 9, 11/44, 13, 17, U, Noctambus 51, Noctambus 52
- Train lines: TGV, TGV INOUI, OUIGO, TER L1, TER L2, TER A14, TER L15, TER L27, TER L28, TER L30
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