How to get to Metz from Trier

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Compare train and coach for Trier to Metz

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Trier to Metz among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £12 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 24m. 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 £12, while a train costs an average of £35.

Distance: 78 km

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Driving

£35

Average Price

£12

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Cheapest

£14

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(fuel + tolls)

2h 24m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 54m

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30m

Additional time*

2h 36m

Average total duration

2h 6m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

1h 21m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

0.0 - 0.1kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

0.1 - 0.2kg

CO2 emissions

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CO2 emissions

Deutsche Bahn

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FlixBus

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Your own car or car rental

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

The cheapest way to travel from Trier to Metz is a coach with an average price of £12.

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

A coach is £24 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Trier to Metz costing on average £35.

The fastest way to travel from Trier to Metz is by train with an average journey time of 2h 24m.

Other travel options to Metz take longer:

Coach takes on average 2h 36m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Trier and Metz including taking a train and coach.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around £35 compared to roughly £14 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about -£21. The journey takes 1h 54m versus 1h 21m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.

Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.

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from Trier to Metz

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

Our recommendation

bus

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

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    1:152h00
    Trier, Kürenzer Straße (Hbf)
    3:15Metz, Gare routière
    £101One-way
    0 changes

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    1:152h00
    Trier, Kürenzer Straße (Hbf)
    3:15Metz, Gare routière
    £101One-way
    0 changes

Fastest

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    1:152h00
    Trier, Kürenzer Straße (Hbf)
    3:15Metz, Gare routière
    £101One-way
    0 changes

Other options

  • Regional12573 · 12568 · 5636 · 88741
    13:202h54
    Bahnhof Trier-Süd
    16:14Metz-Ville
    £151One-way
    3 changes
  • Regional12577 · 13920 · 5640 · 88751
    15:032h57
    Bahnhof Trier-Süd
    18:00Metz-Ville
    £151One-way
    3 changes
  • Regional12572 · 5640 · 88751
    14:573h03
    Bahnhof Trier-Süd
    18:00Metz-Ville
    £181One-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: Trier 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 Trier to Metz.

FAQs
There are 2 options to travel between Trier and Metz including taking a train and coach.
The cheapest way to travel from Trier to Metz is a coach with an average price of £12.

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

A coach is £24 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Trier to Metz costing on average £35.

The fastest way to travel from Trier to Metz is by train with an average journey time of 2h 24m.

Other travel options to Metz take longer:

Coach takes on average 2h 36m.

The Trier to Metz distance is approximately 78 km.
The average frequency per day from Trier to Metz is:
  • Around 3 trains per day.
  • Around 1 coaches per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Trier 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 Trier to Metz:
  • Trains mostly depart from Trier Hbf and arrive in Metz-Ville.
  • Coaches mostly depart from Trier, Kürenzer Straße (Hbf) and arrive in Metz, Gare routière.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Trier to Metz, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Metz by coach.
  • Travel with SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, Deutsche Bahn, TER, Regional, CFL to go to Metz by train.
Yes, there are direct services available from Trier to Metz with the following travel companies:
  • 1 direct coaches per day with FlixBus.
  • 1 direct trains per day with SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, TER.
Omio customers who travel from Trier 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 Trier 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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