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Centre Pompidou-Metz
Major contemporary art museum known for bold temporary exhibitions and striking architecture by Shigeru Ban. One of Metz’s signature cultural attractions and a strong reason to visit the city.
Cheapest price
$17
Average price
$23
Fastest journey
2 h 25 m
Average duration
3 h 29 m
Buses per day
9
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 $23 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $17.
Of the 9 buses that leave Frankfurt am Main for Metz on Wed, May 27, 8 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, May 27 the direct buses cover the 212 km distance in an average of 3 h 29 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 25 m .
On Wed, May 27 the slowest buses will take 3 h 55 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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FlixBusOmio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Frankfurt am Main to Metz among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $10. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 24m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $10, and a flight costs an average of $189.
Distance: 131 miles (212 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$14 Average price Cheapest | $78 Average price | $490 Average price | $56 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 9m Average total duration 3h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 5m Average total duration 3h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 24m Average total duration Fastest 1h 24m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 2h 54m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.6 - 1.3kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Frankfurt am Main to Metz:
A bus is $64 (€51) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Frankfurt am Main to Metz costing on average $78 (€63).
A bus is $476 (€384) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Frankfurt am Main to Metz costing on average $490 (€396).
Other travel options to Metz take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 35m.
Bus takes on average 3h 39m.
Tickets start at around $14 (€11) compared to roughly $56 (€46) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $43 (€34). The journey takes 3h 39m versus 2h 54m 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, BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar.
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 FlixBus | Departure Time 12:35AM | Arrival Time 05:00AM | Duration 4h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 05:00AM | Arrival Time 08:55AM | Duration 3h55 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:55AM | Arrival Time 10:30AM | Duration 4h35 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 10:55AM | Duration 3h55 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 11:25AM | Duration 3h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator Sindbad | Departure Time 07:35AM | Arrival Time 10:00AM | Duration 2h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 02:35PM | Duration 4h35 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 12:00PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 03:35PM | Duration 4h35 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:15AM | Arrival Time 03:15PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 02:00PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:40AM | Arrival Time 03:15PM | Duration 3h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:50AM | Arrival Time 02:30PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 04:35PM | Duration 4h35 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 06:20PM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 08:00PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:50PM | Arrival Time 10:50PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:40PM | Arrival Time 09:10PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:05PM | Arrival Time 10:50PM | Duration 3h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 10:10PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 11:05PM | Duration 3h35 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 08:50PM | Arrival Time 12:40AM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:45PM | Arrival Time 01:50AM | Duration 4h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:05PM | Arrival Time 01:50AM | Duration 3h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 10:50PM | Arrival Time 02:40AM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $12 |
The table below shows live departures for Frankfurt am Main to Metz buses for tomorrow, Wednesday, May 27. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus | 12:35 AM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 4h25 | 5:00 AM Metz, Gare routière | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:30 AM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 3h55 | 11:25 AM Metz, Gare routière | 0 transfersDirect | |
0 | 7:35 AM Frankfurt am Main, Hauptbahnhof | 2h25 | 10:00 AM Metz, L'anphitheatre | 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 | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:50 PM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 5h00 | 10:50 PM Metz, Gare routière | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 7:05 PM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 3h45 | 10:50 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 | |
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Buses from Frankfurt am Main to Metz run on average 11 times per day, taking around 3h 39m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $10 (€8) if you book in advance.
There are 11 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 3h 35m.
Distance 131 miles (212 km) |
Average bus duration 3h 39m |
Cheapest ticket price $10 (€8) |
Buses per day 11 |
Direct buses 11 |
Fastest bus 3h 35m |
First bus 12:15 AM |
Last bus 11:15 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 bold temporary exhibitions and striking architecture by Shigeru Ban. One of Metz’s signature cultural attractions and a strong reason to visit the city.
Metz’s main history and fine arts museum, with Gallo-Roman remains, medieval collections, and regional artworks in a complex of historic buildings.
Contemporary art center in a historic building, presenting thought-provoking exhibitions with a more experimental and local feel than the city’s larger museum venues.
One of Metz’s most beautiful historic squares, lined with arcades and medieval merchant houses. A favorite area for strolling and photography.
Elegant riverside square facing the opera and Temple Neuf. Especially appealing for evening walks, views, and classic postcard scenes of Metz.
Large waterside leisure area near the center, popular for walking, jogging, and skyline views. A relaxed local favorite with strong photo appeal.
The region’s most famous savory tart, made with cream, eggs, and lardons in pastry. A classic specialty of Lorraine commonly found in Metz.
A traditional Lorraine pastry filled with marinated pork and veal, baked in puff pastry. It is a historic local favorite often eaten warm or cold.
A rich meat pie from Lorraine, usually made with pork and veal in pastry with cream or wine seasoning. Hearty and strongly tied to regional home cooking.
A respected Michelin-starred restaurant in Metz known for refined seasonal French cuisine and an elegant dining room suited to a special meal.
A well-known fine dining address offering polished French cooking, carefully presented plates, and a formal but welcoming atmosphere.
An established bistro-style restaurant appreciated for modern French dishes, good produce, and a relaxed yet stylish setting in central Metz.
Prices are moderate by French standards: cafes and casual meals are reasonable, while hotels and fine dining cost more.
Service is usually included. Rounding up or leaving 5-10% for good service is appreciated but not required. Small tips for taxis are optional.
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Metz, Gare routière -> Metz-Ville Station
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