The cheapest and fastest trains from Saint-Étienne to Metz
Cheapest price
£56
Average price
£62
Fastest journey
6 h 12 m
Average duration
6 h 24 m
Trains per day
3
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 £62 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £56.
Of the 3 trains that leave Saint-Étienne for Metz every day 3 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 24 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 12 m .
The slowest trains will take 6 h 30 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.
14:506h30Saint-Étienne21:20Metz£561One-way0 changes
15:506h12Saint-Étienne22:02Metz£601One-way0 changes
13:506h30Saint-Étienne20:20Metz£711One-way0 changes
15:506h12Saint-Étienne22:02Metz£601One-way0 changes
14:506h30Saint-Étienne21:20Metz£561One-way0 changes
13:506h30Saint-Étienne20:20Metz£711One-way0 changes
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 £28. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 16m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £28, and a flight costs an average of £131.
Distance: 431 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
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£85 Average Price | £48 Average Price Cheapest | £225 Average Price |
5h 46m Average total duration Fastest 5h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 5m Average total duration 6h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 54m Average total duration 7h 54m 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, Tuesday 7 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 13:50 Saint-Étienne | 6h30 | 20:20 Metz | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 14:50 Saint-Étienne | 6h30 | 21:20 Metz | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 15:50 Saint-Étienne | 6h12 | 22:02 Metz | 0 changesdirect | |
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Compare prices and tickets Saint-Étienne to Metz by train, coach or flight
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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 16m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £40 but you can travel from only £28 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:46, the last at 17:32. The fastest train covers the 431 km distance in 6h 4m.
Distance 431 km |
Average train duration 5h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price £40 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 6h 4m |
First train 5:46 |
Last train 17:32 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: SNCF | TGV INOUI, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) from Saint-Étienne to Metz trainsSNCF | TGV INOUI, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) trains will get you between Saint-Étienne and Metz from £28. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
SNCF | TGV INOUI
Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF)
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
Most Saint-Étienne to Metz trains use the St-Étienne Châteaucreux to Metz-Ville station pair. Use this guide to compare Saint-Étienne and Metz train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Saint-Étienne station do trains to Metz leave from?
Getting to St-Étienne Châteaucreux from Saint-Étienne city centre
St-Étienne Châteaucreux is 1 km from Saint-Étienne city centre. Public transport options include:
St-Étienne Châteaucreux train station facilities and services
St-Étienne Châteaucreux has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Le Bistrot de Paris, La Loco
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at St-Étienne Châteaucreux. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at St-Étienne Châteaucreux. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at St-Étienne Châteaucreux: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at St-Étienne Châteaucreux: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at St-Étienne Châteaucreux: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include ibis Styles Saint Étienne Gare Châteaucreux, Novotel Saint-Étienne Centre Gare.
Getting to St-Étienne Carnot from Saint-Étienne city centre
St-Étienne Carnot is 1 km from Saint-Étienne city centre. Public transport options include:
St-Étienne Carnot train station facilities and services
St-Étienne Carnot has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at St-Étienne Carnot. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at St-Étienne Carnot. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at St-Étienne Carnot: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at St-Étienne Carnot: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at St-Étienne Carnot: Ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Ibis Saint-Étienne Gare Châteaucreux, Hotel Continental.
Getting to Saint-Étienne, Gare de Saint-Étienne Châteaucreux from Saint-Étienne city centre
Saint-Étienne, Gare de Saint-Étienne Châteaucreux is 1 km from Saint-Étienne city centre. Check local transport options before travel.
Saint-Étienne, Gare de Saint-Étienne Châteaucreux train station facilities and services
Saint-Étienne, Gare de Saint-Étienne Châteaucreux has practical services for this route, including Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Saint-Étienne, Gare de Saint-Étienne Châteaucreux.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Saint-Étienne, Gare de Saint-Étienne Châteaucreux.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Saint-Étienne, Gare de Saint-Étienne Châteaucreux: Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Saint-Étienne, Gare de Saint-Étienne Châteaucreux: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Saint-Étienne, Gare de Saint-Étienne Châteaucreux.
Which Metz station do trains from Saint-Étienne 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.
Most popular train connections from Saint-Étienne
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