- Must visit
Centre Pompidou-Metz
Major contemporary art museum known for large-scale exhibitions in a landmark Shigeru Ban building.
Cheapest price
$64
Average price
$99
Fastest journey
12 h 25 m
Average duration
12 h 36 m
Buses per day
23
Distance
699 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Bordeaux to Metz is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bordeaux to Metz will cost around $99 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $64.
Of the 23 buses that leave Bordeaux for Metz on Sun, Jul 12, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jul 12 the direct buses cover the 699 km distance in an average of 12 h 36 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 12 h 25 m .
On Sun, Jul 12 the slowest buses will take 12 h 44 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
4004 · 30480
95926 · 30480
95920 · 7991
3160 · 30482
3172 · 30498
95926 · 30480
4004 · 30480
FlixBus · FlixBus
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NormalOmio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Bordeaux to Metz among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $29. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 22m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.6kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $29, and a flight costs an average of $110.
Distance: 434 miles (699 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$58 Average price Cheapest | $163 Average price | $274 Average price | $297 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
12h 29m Average total duration 11h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 8m Average total duration 3h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 22m Average total duration Fastest 2h 22m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 8h 44m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.7 - 1.7kg CO2 emissions | 0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 2.1 - 4.2kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Bordeaux to Metz:
A bus is $104 (€86) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Bordeaux to Metz costing on average $163 (€134).
A bus is $215 (€177) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bordeaux to Metz costing on average $274 (€225).
Other travel options to Metz take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 38m.
Bus takes on average 11h 59m.
Tickets start at around $58 (€48) compared to roughly $297 (€244) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $239 (€196). The journey takes 11h 59m versus 8h 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.
Direct services are operated by FlixBus, Alsa.
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.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 12:05AM | Arrival Time 12:30PM | Duration 12h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 01:00AM | Arrival Time 03:15PM | Duration 14h15 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price $73 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:05AM | Arrival Time 01:40PM | Duration 12h35 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $88 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 01:15AM | Arrival Time 02:45PM | Duration 13h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $186 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 01:30AM | Arrival Time 02:45PM | Duration 13h15 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $79 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 02:00AM | Arrival Time 02:45PM | Duration 12h45 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $52 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:10AM | Arrival Time 02:55PM | Duration 12h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $97 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:20AM | Arrival Time 04:00PM | Duration 13h40 | Departure days Wed, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $71 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 03:45AM | Arrival Time 04:29PM | Duration 12h44 | Departure days Wed, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $97 |
Operator Internorte | Departure Time 03:45AM | Arrival Time 04:29PM | Duration 12h44 | Departure days Wed, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $81 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 03:45AM | Arrival Time 04:29PM | Duration 12h44 | Departure days Wed, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $81 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 04:00AM | Arrival Time 07:15PM | Duration 15h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $51 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:10AM | Arrival Time 01:50PM | Duration 9h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $86 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:00AM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 13h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $91 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 07:20AM | Arrival Time 08:10PM | Duration 12h50 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $57 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 06:50PM | Duration 9h50 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $86 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 10:25AM | Arrival Time 01:10AM | Duration 14h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:45AM | Arrival Time 03:25AM | Duration 16h40 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $94 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 8h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $79 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:05PM | Arrival Time 01:20AM | Duration 13h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $88 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 10:50PM | Duration 9h50 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $108 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 01:25PM | Arrival Time 02:40AM | Duration 13h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $56 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:40PM | Arrival Time 03:25AM | Duration 13h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $89 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:35PM | Arrival Time 08:30AM | Duration 17h55 | Departure days Wed, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $94 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:50PM | Arrival Time 08:30AM | Duration 17h40 | Departure days Wed, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $95 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:45PM | Arrival Time 08:30AM | Duration 16h45 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $97 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:15PM | Arrival Time 11:55AM | Duration 16h40 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $106 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:35PM | Arrival Time 11:55AM | Duration 15h20 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $106 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 12:30PM | Duration 15h30 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $73 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:30PM | Arrival Time 01:40PM | Duration 15h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $81 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:00PM | Arrival Time 01:40PM | Duration 14h40 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $80 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 11:59PM | Arrival Time 12:30PM | Duration 12h31 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $64 |
The table below shows live departures for Bordeaux to Metz buses for today, Saturday, July 11. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
3162 · 50469 | 4:00 AM Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes | 13h35 | 5:35 PM Metz, Gare routière | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:00 AM Bordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate | 13h30 | 6:30 PM Metz, Gare routière | 1 transfer | |
3160 · 30482 | 7:20 AM Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes | 12h50 | 8:10 PM Metz, Gare routière | 1 transfer | |
3172 · 30498 | 10:25 AM Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes | 14h30 | 12:55 AM Metz, Gare routière | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:45 AM Bordeaux, Avenue Salvador Allende (Floirac Dravemont) | 16h40 | 3:25 AM Metz, Gare routière | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:05 PM Bordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate | 13h15 | 1:20 AM Metz, Gare routière | 1 transfer | |
95920 · 7991 | 1:25 PM Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes | 13h15 | 2:40 AM Metz, Gare routière | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:40 PM Bordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate | 13h45 | 3:25 AM Metz, Gare routière | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:45 PM Bordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate | 16h45 | 8:30 AM Metz, Gare routière | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:30 PM Bordeaux, Avenue Salvador Allende (Floirac Dravemont) | 15h10 | 1:40 PM Metz, Gare routière | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:00 PM Bordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate | 14h40 | 1:40 PM Metz, Gare routière | 1 transfer | |
4004 · 30480 | 11:59 PM Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes | 12h31 | 12:30 PM Metz, Gare routière | 1 transfer | |
| Sunday, July 12 | |||||
95926 · 30480 | 12:05 AM Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes | 12h25 | 12:30 PM Metz, Gare routière | 1 transfer | |
4031 · 6469 | 1:00 AM Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes | 14h15 | 3:15 PM Metz, Gare routière | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:05 AM Bordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate | 12h35 | 1:40 PM Metz, Gare routière | 1 transfer | |
4505 · 30488 | 1:15 AM Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes | 13h30 | 2:45 PM Metz, Gare routière | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 2:20 AM Bordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate | 13h40 | 4:00 PM Metz, Gare routière | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Bordeaux to Metz run on average 13 times per day, taking around 11h 59m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $29 (€24) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:20. The fastest bus covers the 434 miles (699 km) distance in 11h 25m.
Distance 434 miles (699 km) |
Average bus duration 11h 59m |
Cheapest ticket price $29 (€24) |
Buses per day 13 |
Fastest bus 11h 25m |
First bus 12:05 AM |
Last bus 11:20 PM |
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Discover the best of Metz — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Metz trip today.
Major contemporary art museum known for large-scale exhibitions in a landmark Shigeru Ban building.
Metz’s main history and archaeology museum, covering Gallo-Roman remains, medieval art, and local heritage.
Contemporary art space in a historic building, noted for experimental exhibitions and a strong regional profile.
Elegant square with arcades and historic facades, lively but still strongly tied to medieval Metz.
Large landscaped promenade with open views, monuments, and an easy walking route near the center.
Popular leisure area around the water, great for walking, jogging, and postcard views of Temple Neuf.
The region’s iconic savory tart with a rich custard filling and smoked lardons, traditionally associated with Lorraine and widely enjoyed in Metz.
A classic Lorraine pastry made with puff pastry filled with seasoned pork and veal, valued as a traditional specialty of the area.
A hearty regional stew of pork, sausages, potatoes, and vegetables, reflecting the rustic home cooking of Lorraine.
A well-known Michelin-starred restaurant in Metz offering refined modern French cuisine in an elegant setting.
An established restaurant near the cathedral known for polished French cooking, seasonal products, and a warm intimate atmosphere.
A popular bistro-style address in Metz appreciated for generous French dishes, good wine, and a lively relaxed ambiance.
Moderate by French standards. Meals and coffee are reasonable, while hotels and fine dining cost more in peak periods.
Service is included in restaurant bills. Rounding up or leaving 5-10% for very good service is appreciated, not required. Round up taxi fares; small tips for hotel staff are optional.
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Metz Gare routière, Metz -> Metz-Ville Station, Metz
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bordeaux to Metz by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Metz, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Bordeaux to Metz buses use the Bordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate to Metz, Gare routière station pair, with some services arriving at Metz, L'anphitheatre. Use this guide to compare Bordeaux and Metz bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Bordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate is 2 km from Bordeaux city centre. Public transport options include:
Bordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Café de la Gare (in the station), Fast-Food Express (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Bordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate.
Available at Bordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bordeaux, Gare Routière de Paludate: Elevators, ramps.
Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes is 2 km from Bordeaux city centre. Public transport options include:
Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria de la Gare (in the station), Bistro Bordeaux (0.5 km), Le Petit Gourmet (0.7 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance for convenient cash withdrawal.
Ticket office support is available at Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes.
Available at Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bordeaux, Rue des Terres de Bordes: Elevators, ramps.
Metz, Gare routière is 1 km from Metz city centre. Public transport options include:
Metz, Gare routière has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria de la Gare (in the station), Le Bistrot de la Gare (0.2 km), La Table de Pol (0.5 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Metz, Gare routière.
Available at Metz, Gare routière: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Metz, Gare routière: Elevators, ramps.
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