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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
€12
Average price
€20
Fastest journey
2 h 30 m
Average duration
3 h 27 m
Buses per day
11
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 €20 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €12.
Of the 11 buses that leave Frankfurt am Main for Metz on Wed, Aug 26, 11 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Aug 26 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 Wed, Aug 26 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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30481Omio 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 €9. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 43m. 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 €9, and a flight costs an average of €109.
Distance: 131 miles (212 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€12 Average price Cheapest | €60 Average price | €319 Average price | €46 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 54m Average total duration 3h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 6m Average total duration 3h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 43m Average total duration Fastest 1h 43m 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 €48 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Frankfurt am Main to Metz costing on average €60.
A bus is €307 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Frankfurt am Main to Metz costing on average €319.
Other travel options to Metz take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 24m.
Train takes on average 3h 36m.
Tickets start at around €12 compared to roughly €46 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €34. The journey takes 3h 24m 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, Sindbad, 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 Everyday | Cheapest price €16 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:55AM | Arrival Time 10:30AM | Duration 4h35 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price €17 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 08:10AM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €20 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 10:55AM | Duration 3h55 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €12 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 09:30AM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €20 |
Operator Sindbad | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 10:00AM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €34 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 11:25AM | Duration 3h55 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €13 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:15AM | Arrival Time 03:15PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €15 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:40AM | Arrival Time 03:15PM | Duration 3h35 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €14 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 04:35PM | Duration 4h35 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €10 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:05PM | Arrival Time 11:05PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €15 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 11:05PM | Duration 3h35 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €14 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:45PM | Arrival Time 01:50AM | Duration 4h05 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €13 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:05PM | Arrival Time 01:50AM | Duration 3h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €12 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 10:50PM | Arrival Time 02:40AM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €10 |
The table below shows live departures for Frankfurt am Main to Metz buses for today, Tuesday, August 25. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:55 AM Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) | 4h35 | 10:30 AM Metz, Gare routière | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 5:55 AM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 4h35 | 10:30 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 | |
| Wednesday, August 26 | |||||
FlixBus | 12:35 AM Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) | 4h25 | 5:00 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 24m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €9 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 24m |
Cheapest ticket price €9 |
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.
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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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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