- Must visit
Centre Pompidou-Metz
Bold contemporary art museum with major temporary exhibitions in a landmark Shigeru Ban building. Metz’s most internationally known cultural attraction.
Cheapest price on Oct 10
€13
Average ticket price on Oct 10
€17
Fastest journey on Oct 10
2 h 30 m
Average journey duration on Oct 10
3 h 27 m
Buses on Oct 10
14
Distance
212 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Metz is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Frankfurt am Main to Metz will cost around €17 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €13.
On Sat, Oct 10, we found 14 buses from Frankfurt am Main to Metz, including 13 direct services.
On Sat, Oct 10 the direct buses cover the 212 km distance in an average of 3 h 27 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 30 m .
On Sat, Oct 10 the slowest buses will take 3 h 50 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.
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30481Buses from Frankfurt am Main to Metz run on average 11 times per day, taking around 3h 56m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €8 if you book in advance.
There are 10 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:15, the last at 23:15. The fastest bus covers the 131 miles (212 km) distance in 2h 25m.
Distance 131 miles (212 km) |
Average bus duration 3h 56m |
Cheapest ticket price €8 |
Buses per day 11 |
Direct buses 10 |
Fastest bus 2h 25m |
First bus 12:15 AM |
Last bus 11:15 PM |
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Best time to book 35 days |
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:35AM | Arrival Time 05:00AM | Duration 4h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €15 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:55AM | Arrival Time 09:30AM | Duration 4h35 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price €10 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:55AM | Arrival Time 10:30AM | Duration 4h35 | Departure days Tue, Sat | Cheapest price €14 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 09:55AM | Duration 3h55 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price €9 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 09:10AM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €20 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 10:55AM | Duration 3h55 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €13 |
Operator Sindbad | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 10:00AM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €19 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 11:25AM | Duration 3h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €13 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 02:35PM | Duration 4h35 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price €9 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 03:35PM | Duration 4h35 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price €10 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:15AM | Arrival Time 03:15PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €13 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:40AM | Arrival Time 03:15PM | Duration 3h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €12 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 04:35PM | Duration 4h35 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €10 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:50PM | Arrival Time 04:20PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €18 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 05:30PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €22 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:05PM | Arrival Time 09:50PM | Duration 3h45 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price €16 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:05PM | Arrival Time 11:05PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €13 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 11:05PM | Duration 3h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €12 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 08:50PM | Arrival Time 12:40AM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price €18 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:45PM | Arrival Time 01:50AM | Duration 4h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €13 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:05PM | Arrival Time 01:50AM | Duration 3h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €13 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 10:50PM | Arrival Time 02:40AM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €13 |
The table below shows live departures for Frankfurt am Main to Metz buses for today, Friday, October 9. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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30483 | 7:00 AM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 3h55 | 10:55 AM Metz, Gare routière | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:30 AM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 3h55 | 11:25 AM Metz, Gare routière | 0 transfersDirect | |
0 | 7:30 AM Frankfurt am Main | 2h30 | 10:00 AM Metz | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:15 AM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 4h00 | 3:15 PM Metz, Gare routière | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:40 AM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 3h35 | 3:15 PM Metz, Gare routière | 0 transfersDirect | |
30485 | 12:00 PM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 4h35 | 4:35 PM Metz, Gare routière | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:05 PM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 4h00 | 11:05 PM Metz, Gare routière | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:30 PM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 3h35 | 11:05 PM Metz, Gare routière | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:45 PM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 4h05 | 1:50 AM Metz, Gare routière | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:05 PM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 3h45 | 1:50 AM Metz, Gare routière | 0 transfersDirect | |
30481 | 10:50 PM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 3h50 | 2:40 AM Metz, Gare routière | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, October 10 | |||||
FlixBus | 12:35 AM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 4h25 | 5:00 AM Metz, Gare routière | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:55 AM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 4h35 | 10:30 AM Metz, Gare routière | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:55 AM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 4h35 | 10:30 AM Metz, Gare routière | 1 transfer | |
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Bold contemporary art museum with major temporary exhibitions in a landmark Shigeru Ban building. Metz’s most internationally known cultural attraction.
Museum of Metz and the region, spanning archaeology to fine arts in La Cour d'Or. Essential for understanding the city’s Gallo-Roman roots.
Museum tracing the 1870 war and annexation era through objects and documents. Valuable for visitors interested in Franco-German regional history.
Historic central square lined with arcades and cafés, famous for its yellow stone facades and lively atmosphere day and night.
Waterside island quarter with theatre, gardens, and classic views toward Temple Neuf. A scenic walking area especially attractive at sunset.
Main shopping and strolling street in the old center, connecting key squares and monuments. Ideal for an easy first walk through Metz.
Rustic open tart from Lorraine with smoked bacon, cream and egg custard. It is one of the region's signature dishes and widely eaten in Metz.
Dense fruit spread made from local Mirabelle plums. It showcases Lorraine's emblematic fruit and is enjoyed on toast, pastries or desserts.
Golden tart baked with sweet Mirabelle plums from Lorraine. It is a seasonal specialty strongly associated with Metz and the Moselle area.
Michelin-starred dining near central Metz, known for refined seasonal French cuisine and polished service in an elegant setting.
Two-Michelin-star destination by Christophe Dufossé, offering creative fine dining with seasonal produce in a contemporary upscale room.
Historic traditional restaurant celebrated for regional Lorraine dishes, especially quiche and Mirabelle desserts, in a classic old-town atmosphere.
Moderate for France: dining and hotels are usually below Paris, while local transit and cafes stay reasonable for most visitors.
Service is included in France. Round up or leave 5-10% for great restaurant service; round up taxi fares; small change is fine in cafes.
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Metz Gare routière -> Place d'Armes, Metz
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Frankfurt am Main 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 Frankfurt am Main to Metz buses use the Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) to Metz, Gare routière station pair, with some services arriving at Metz, L'anphitheatre. Use this guide to compare Frankfurt am Main and Metz bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) is 10 km from Frankfurt am Main city centre. Public transport options include:
Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: McDonald's (in the station), Hausmann's (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located throughout the terminal, offering various banking services.
Ticket office support is available at Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36).
Available at Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36): Elevators, ramps, assistance.
Frankfurt am Main, Hauptbahnhof is 1 km from Frankfurt am Main city centre. Public transport options include:
Frankfurt am Main, Hauptbahnhof has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Several fast food outlets and cafes are inside the station.
Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the station. ATMs are aTMs are located near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Frankfurt am Main, Hauptbahnhof.
Available at Frankfurt am Main, Hauptbahnhof: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Frankfurt am Main, Hauptbahnhof: The station is fully accessible to wheelchair users.
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.
Metz, L'anphitheatre has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Several local eateries nearby.
Wi-Fi is available at Metz, L'anphitheatre. ATMs are available at Metz, L'anphitheatre.
Ticket office support is available at Metz, L'anphitheatre.
Available at Metz, L'anphitheatre: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Metz, L'anphitheatre: Station is accessible for individuals with reduced mobility.
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