How to get to Metz from Bordeaux

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Compare train, coach and flight for Bordeaux to Metz

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Bordeaux to Metz among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £71 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 47m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.6kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £71, while a flight costs an average of £453.

Distance: 699 km

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Driving

£71

Average Price

Cheapest

£145

Average Price

£453

Average Price

£218

Average Price

(fuel + tolls)

12h 42m

Average total duration

12h 12m

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30m

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4h 47m

Average total duration

Fastest

4h 17m

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30m

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4h 55m

Average total duration

2h 55m

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2h 0m

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8h 44m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

0.7 - 1.7kg

CO2 emissions

0.2 - 0.6kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

2.1 - 4.2kg

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SNCF | TGV INOUI

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Air France

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Bordeaux to Metz is a coach with an average price of £71.

This is compared to other travel options from Bordeaux to Metz:

A coach is £75 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bordeaux to Metz costing on average £145.

A coach is £383 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bordeaux to Metz costing on average £453.

The fastest way to travel from Bordeaux to Metz is by train with an average journey time of 4h 47m.

Other travel options to Metz take longer:

Flight takes on average 4h 55m.

Coach takes on average 12h 42m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Bordeaux and Metz including taking a train, coach and flight.
Take the bus. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.

Tickets start at around £71 compared to roughly £218 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £148. The journey takes 12h 12m versus 8h 44m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.

Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.

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from Bordeaux to Metz

How to get to Metz from Bordeaux by train, bus, flight or ferry.

Our recommendation

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The best way to travel from Bordeaux to Metz is by taking a coach because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • BlaBlaCar Bus3274 · 30488
    1:3013h15
    Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes
    14:45Metz, Gare routière
    £451One-way
    1 change

Cheapest

  • BlaBlaCar Bus3274 · 30488
    1:3013h15
    Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes
    14:45Metz, Gare routière
    £451One-way
    1 change

Fastest

  • LuxairLG8172
    15:451h45
    Bordeaux Mérignac Airport
    17:30Luxembourg Airport
    £1821One-way
    0 changes

Other options

  • SNCF | TGV INOUI12258 · 2833
    13:455h19
    Bordeaux-Saint-Jean
    19:04Metz-Ville
    £1201One-way
    1 change
  • SNCF | TGV INOUI8414 · 2465+SNCF | Autocar68155
    17:085h18
    Bordeaux-Saint-Jean
    22:26Metz-Ville
    £1341One-way
    2 changes
  • SNCF | TGV INOUI8580 · 2833
    13:455h19
    Bordeaux-Saint-Jean
    19:04Metz-Ville
    £1461One-way
    1 change
  • BlaBlaCar Bus3162 · 50469
    4:0013h35
    Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes
    17:35Metz, Gare routière
    £451One-way
    1 change
  • BlaBlaCar Bus95926 · 30480
    0:0512h25
    Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes
    12:30Metz, Gare routière
    £521One-way
    1 change
  • BlaBlaCar Bus95920 · 30484
    13:2513h00
    Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes
    2:25Metz, Gare routière
    £561One-way
    1 change
  • Air FranceAF7437+LuxairAF4600
    19:0015h35
    Bordeaux Mérignac Airport
    10:35Luxembourg Airport
    £2601One-way
    1 change
  • KLMKL1440 · KL1711
    6:307h35
    Bordeaux Mérignac Airport
    14:05Luxembourg Airport
    £2801One-way
    1 change
  • Air FranceAF7439+LuxairAF4600
    20:2514h10
    Bordeaux Mérignac Airport
    10:35Luxembourg Airport
    £2821One-way
    1 change

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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.

A view of Nancy

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.

A view of Strasbourg

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.

A view of Paris

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.

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FAQs: Bordeaux to Metz

Travel to Metz easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Bordeaux to Metz.

FAQs
There are 3 options to travel between Bordeaux and Metz including taking a train, coach and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Bordeaux to Metz is a coach with an average price of £71.

This is compared to other travel options from Bordeaux to Metz:

A coach is £69 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bordeaux to Metz costing on average £140.

A coach is £383 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bordeaux to Metz costing on average £453.

The fastest way to travel from Bordeaux to Metz is by train with an average journey time of 4h 52m.

Other travel options to Metz take longer:

Flight takes on average 4h 55m.

Coach takes on average 12h 42m.

The Bordeaux to Metz distance is approximately 699 km.
The average frequency per day from Bordeaux to Metz is:
  • Around 41 flights per day.
  • Around 14 coaches per day.
  • Around 6 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Bordeaux and Metz as scheduled services by train, coach and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Bordeaux to Metz:
  • Flights mostly depart from Bordeaux Mérignac Airport and arrive in Luxembourg Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Bordeaux-Saint-Jean and arrive in Metz-Ville.
  • Coaches mostly depart from Bordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate and arrive in Metz, Gare routière.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Bordeaux to Metz, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Luxair, Air Dolomiti, Helvetic Airways, KLM Cityhopper, Air France, Air Baltic, Lufthansa Cityline, asl airlines, Swiss, Lufthansa City Airlines, KLM, Lufthansa, Lot Polish Airlines, ITA, Iberia to go to Metz by flight.
  • Travel with SNCF | TGV INOUI, SNCF | Intercités de nuit to go to Metz by train.
  • Travel with BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, Infobus, Alsa, Internorte to go to Metz by coach.
Yes, there are direct services available from Bordeaux to Metz with the following travel companies:
  • 1 direct flights per day with Air Dolomiti.
  • 1 direct coaches per day with Alsa, Internorte.
Omio customers who travel from Bordeaux to Metz often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Luxembourg, Strasbourg, Marseille, Nancy. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Metz and these popular destinations at a great price.
To get from Bordeaux to Metz, you can choose from several travel options including train, coach and flight.
In Metz, you can explore the vibrant Metz Covered Market with its local produce and regional specialties, or enjoy the tranquillity of the Jardin Botanique de Metz. Take a relaxing walk or scenic bike ride along the banks of the Moselle River. Music lovers should not miss the renowned Arsenal Concert Hall. Dive into the region's history at the Musée de la Cour d'Or. For stunning sights, visit the Cathédrale Saint-Étienne, Centre Pompidou-Metz, and the medieval Porte des Allemands. Enjoy the picturesque Temple Neuf and the charming Place Saint-Louis for a leisurely stroll or dining.
To explore Metz's main attractions, such as the Metz Cathedral, Centre Pompidou-Metz, and the Imperial Quarter, a stay of two to three days is recommended.

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