How to get to Metz from Rennes

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Compare train, coach and flight for Rennes to Metz

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Rennes to Metz among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £61 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 35m. 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 £61, while a flight costs an average of £560.

Distance: 587 km

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Driving

£61

Average Price

Cheapest

£127

Average Price

£560

Average Price

£152

Average Price

(fuel + tolls)

9h 47m

Average total duration

9h 17m

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30m

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3h 35m

Average total duration

Fastest

3h 5m

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30m

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5h 12m

Average total duration

3h 12m

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2h 0m

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6h 44m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

0.6 - 1.5kg

CO2 emissions

0.2 - 0.5kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

1.8 - 3.5kg

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CO2 emissions

FlixBus

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SNCF | TGV INOUI

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Air France

Most popular airline

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

The cheapest way to travel from Rennes to Metz is a coach with an average price of £61.

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

A coach is £67 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Rennes to Metz costing on average £127.

A coach is £500 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Rennes to Metz costing on average £560.

The fastest way to travel from Rennes to Metz is by train with an average journey time of 3h 35m.

Other travel options to Metz take longer:

Flight takes on average 5h 12m.

Coach takes on average 9h 47m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Rennes 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 £61 compared to roughly £152 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £92. The journey takes 9h 17m versus 6h 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 Rennes to Metz

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

Our recommendation

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

  • BlaBlaCar Bus52197 · 30484
    15:1511h10
    Rennes, Gare Routière
    2:25Metz, Gare routière
    £371One-way
    1 change

Cheapest

  • BlaBlaCar Bus52197 · 30484
    15:1511h10
    Rennes, Gare Routière
    2:25Metz, Gare routière
    £371One-way
    1 change

Fastest

  • KLMKL1416 · KL1713
    14:253h30
    Rennes Saint-Jacques Airport
    17:55Luxembourg Airport
    £8401One-way
    1 change

Other options

  • SNCF | TGV INOUI8052 · 2815
    7:484h15
    Rennes station
    12:03Metz-Ville
    £1171One-way
    1 change
  • SNCF | TGV INOUI12230 · 2839
    16:354h29
    Rennes station
    21:04Metz-Ville
    £1521One-way
    1 change
  • SNCF | TGV INOUI8622 · 2625
    15:354h35
    Rennes station
    20:10Metz-Ville
    £1521One-way
    1 change
  • BlaBlaCar Bus50918 · 50479
    9:1510h00
    Rennes, Gare Routière
    19:15Metz, Gare routière
    £401One-way
    1 change
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    19:158h30
    Rennes, Gare Routière
    3:45Metz, Gare routière
    £461One-way
    0 changes
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    6:559h10
    Rennes, Gare Routière
    16:05Metz, Gare routière
    £461One-way
    0 changes
  • Air FranceKL2187+KLMKL1412 · KL1709
    11:0522h50
    Rennes Saint-Jacques Airport
    9:55Luxembourg Airport
    £3911One-way
    2 changes
  • Air FranceAF7531+LuxairAF4600
    11:0523h30
    Rennes Saint-Jacques Airport
    10:35Luxembourg Airport
    £3941One-way
    1 change
  • Air FranceAF6277 · AF7371+LuxairAF4600
    18:2016h15
    Rennes Saint-Jacques Airport
    10:35Luxembourg Airport
    £4031One-way
    2 changes

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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: Rennes 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 Rennes to Metz.

FAQs
There are 3 options to travel between Rennes and Metz including taking a train, coach and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Rennes to Metz is a coach with an average price of £61.

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

A coach is £67 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Rennes to Metz costing on average £127.

A coach is £500 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Rennes to Metz costing on average £560.

The fastest way to travel from Rennes to Metz is by train with an average journey time of 3h 35m.

Other travel options to Metz take longer:

Flight takes on average 5h 12m.

Coach takes on average 9h 47m.

The Rennes to Metz distance is approximately 587 km.
The average frequency per day from Rennes to Metz is:
  • Around 27 flights per day.
  • Around 9 coaches per day.
  • Around 5 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Rennes 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 Rennes to Metz:
  • Flights mostly depart from Rennes Saint-Jacques Airport and arrive in Luxembourg Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Rennes station and arrive in Metz-Ville.
  • Coaches mostly depart from Rennes, Gare Routière and arrive in Metz, Gare routière.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Rennes to Metz, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with SNCF | TGV INOUI, SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187 to go to Metz by train.
  • Travel with BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus to go to Metz by coach.
  • Travel with KLM Cityhopper, KLM, Air France to go to Metz by flight.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Rennes to Metz:
  • 2 direct coaches per day with FlixBus.
Omio customers who travel from Rennes 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 Rennes 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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