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Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Nantes to Metz among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £57 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 18m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.5kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £57, while a flight costs an average of £488.
Distance: 610 km
Most popular Coach | Train | Flight | Driving |
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£57 Average Price Cheapest | £118 Average Price | £488 Average Price | £164 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
10h 13m Average total duration 9h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 18m Average total duration Fastest 3h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 51m Average total duration 2h 51m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 7h 10m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.6 - 1.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.8 - 3.7kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
 Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |  Most popular airline | 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 Nantes to Metz, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
This is compared to other travel options from Nantes to Metz:
A coach is £61 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Nantes to Metz costing on average £118.
A coach is £431 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Nantes to Metz costing on average £488.
Other travel options to Metz take longer:
Flight takes on average 4h 51m.
Coach takes on average 10h 13m.
Tickets start at around £57 compared to roughly £164 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £107. The journey takes 9h 43m versus 7h 10m 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 Nantes by train, bus, flight or ferry.
The best way to travel from Nantes 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.
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 Nantes to Metz.
This is compared to other travel options from Nantes to Metz:
A coach is £61 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Nantes to Metz costing on average £118.
A coach is £431 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Nantes to Metz costing on average £488.
Other travel options to Metz take longer:
Flight takes on average 4h 51m.
Coach takes on average 10h 13m.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Nantes and Metz as scheduled services by train, coach and flight can vary by season or day of the week.
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