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Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Madrid to Metz among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £94 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 6h 19m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the coach is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 1.2 - 3.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £94, while a flight costs an average of £391.
Distance: 1240 km
Most popular Coach | Flight | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£94 Average Price Cheapest | £391 Average Price | £107 Average Price | £226 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
21h 44m Average total duration 21h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 19m Average total duration Fastest 4h 19m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 18h 49m Average total duration 18h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 15h 18m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
1.2 - 3.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 3.7 - 7.4kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
 Most popular bus company |  Most popular airline |  Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Madrid to Metz:
A coach is £14 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Madrid to Metz costing on average £107.
A coach is £298 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Madrid to Metz costing on average £391.
Other travel options to Metz take longer:
Train takes on average 18h 49m.
Coach takes on average 21h 44m.
Tickets start at around £94 compared to roughly £226 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £132. The journey takes 21h 14m versus 15h 18m 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.
How to get to Metz from Madrid by train, bus, flight or ferry.
The best way to travel from Madrid to Metz is by taking a coach because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
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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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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This is compared to other travel options from Madrid to Metz:
A coach is £14 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Madrid to Metz costing on average £107.
A coach is £311 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Madrid to Metz costing on average £403.
Other travel options to Metz take longer:
Train takes on average 18h 52m.
Coach takes on average 21h 49m.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Madrid and Metz as scheduled services by train, coach and flight can vary by season or day of the week.
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