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Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Metz to Barcelona among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £79 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 52m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.3 - 0.8kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £79, while a flight costs an average of £371.
Distance: 915 km
Most popular Coach | Flight | Train | Driving |
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£79 Average Price Cheapest | £371 Average Price | £111 Average Price | £241 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
18h 32m Average total duration 18h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 52m Average total duration Fastest 3h 52m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 9h 52m Average total duration 9h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 55m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.9 - 2.3kg CO2 emissions | 2.7 - 5.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - 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.
Compare the available ways to get from Metz to Barcelona, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
This is compared to other travel options from Metz to Barcelona:
A coach is £33 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Metz to Barcelona costing on average £111.
A coach is £293 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Metz to Barcelona costing on average £371.
Other travel options to Barcelona take longer:
Train takes on average 9h 52m.
Coach takes on average 18h 32m.
Tickets start at around £79 compared to roughly £241 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £163. The journey takes 18h 2m versus 10h 55m 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 Barcelona from Metz by train, bus, flight or ferry.
The best way to travel from Metz to Barcelona 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 Barcelona are Girona, Sitges, Figueres, Tarragona and Lloret de Mar. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Barcelona on Omio.
Girona is known for its colourful riverside houses, medieval lanes and rich Jewish heritage. Its compact old town, crowned by the cathedral, feels both historic and lively, with a strong Catalan food culture.
Sitges is a coastal town in Catalonia known for its beaches, whitewashed streets and lively cultural scene. It mixes Mediterranean ease with modern art heritage, film festivals and a well-known inclusive nightlife.
Figueres is best known as the birthplace of Salvador Dalí and for the striking Teatre-Museu Dalí. Beneath its surreal reputation, it feels like a lively Catalan market city with broad squares and a strong local character.
Tarragona is known for its Roman remains, especially the seaside amphitheatre and the legacy of ancient Tarraco. It also feels distinctly Mediterranean, with a historic centre, beaches and a strong Catalan identity.
Lloret de Mar is a lively Costa Brava resort known for its beaches and nightlife. Behind the seafront buzz, its maritime heritage and gardens give the town a more varied character.
Travel to Barcelona 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 Metz to Barcelona.
This is compared to other travel options from Metz to Barcelona:
A coach is £33 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Metz to Barcelona costing on average £111.
A coach is £293 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Metz to Barcelona costing on average £371.
Other travel options to Barcelona take longer:
Train takes on average 9h 52m.
Coach takes on average 18h 32m.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Metz and Barcelona as scheduled services by train, coach and flight can vary by season or day of the week.
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