How to get to Metz from Colmar

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Compare train and coach for Colmar to Metz

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Colmar to Metz among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £24 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 28m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £24, while a train costs an average of £38.

Distance: 145 km

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Driving

£38

Average Price

£24

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Cheapest

£45

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(fuel + tolls)

2h 28m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 58m

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30m

Additional time*

4h 12m

Average total duration

3h 42m

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30m

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2h 30m

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(door-to-door)

0.0 - 0.1kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

0.1 - 0.4kg

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FlixBus

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

The cheapest way to travel from Colmar to Metz is a coach with an average price of £24.

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

A coach is £15 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Colmar to Metz costing on average £38.

The fastest way to travel from Colmar to Metz is by train with an average journey time of 2h 28m.

Other travel options to Metz take longer:

Coach takes on average 4h 12m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Colmar and Metz including taking a train and coach.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.

The journey is about 32m faster (1h 58m by train vs 2h 30m by car) and roughly £8 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£38 vs £45). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.

Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.

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from Colmar to Metz

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

Our recommendation

bus

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

  • BlaBlaCar Bus7990
    23:303h05
    Colmar, Gare SNCF
    2:35Metz, Gare routière
    £151One-way
    0 changes

Cheapest

  • BlaBlaCar Bus7990
    23:303h05
    Colmar, Gare SNCF
    2:35Metz, Gare routière
    £151One-way
    0 changes

Fastest

  • SNCF | TGV INOUI12184
    19:441h25
    Colmar station
    21:09Metz-Ville
    £341One-way
    0 changes

Other options

  • SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187831137+SNCF | TGV INOUI12184
    19:321h37
    Colmar Saint-Joseph
    21:09Metz-Ville
    £371One-way
    1 change
  • SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187830306+TER96218
    10:062h10
    Colmar station
    12:16Metz-Ville
    £391One-way
    1 change
  • SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187830310+TER96282
    14:062h10
    Colmar station
    16:16Metz-Ville
    £391One-way
    1 change
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    7:304h45
    Colmar, Place de la Gare
    12:15Metz, Gare routière
    £241One-way
    1 change
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    0:206h45
    Colmar, Place de la Gare
    7:05Metz, Gare routière
    £241One-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: Colmar 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 Colmar to Metz.

FAQs
There are 2 options to travel between Colmar and Metz including taking a train and coach.
The cheapest way to travel from Colmar to Metz is a coach with an average price of £24.

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

A coach is £15 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Colmar to Metz costing on average £38.

The fastest way to travel from Colmar to Metz is by train with an average journey time of 2h 28m.

Other travel options to Metz take longer:

Coach takes on average 4h 12m.

The Colmar to Metz distance is approximately 145 km.
The average frequency per day from Colmar to Metz is:
  • Around 13 trains per day.
  • Around 3 coaches per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Colmar to Metz:
  • Trains mostly depart from Colmar station and arrive in Metz-Ville.
  • Coaches mostly depart from Colmar, Place de la Gare and arrive in Metz, Gare routière.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Colmar to Metz, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus to go to Metz by coach.
  • Travel with SNCF | TGV INOUI, TER, SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187 to go to Metz by train.
Yes, there are direct services available from Colmar to Metz with the following travel companies:
  • 1 direct coaches per day with BlaBlaCar Bus.
  • 2 direct trains per day with SNCF | TGV INOUI.
Omio customers who travel from Colmar 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 Colmar to Metz, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
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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