- 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.
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Nice to Metz is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Nice to Metz will cost around $88 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $61.
On Fri, Oct 30, we found 6 buses from Nice to Metz, including 6 direct services.
On Fri, Oct 30 the direct buses cover the 608 km distance in an average of 17 h 59 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 16 h 25 m .
On Fri, Oct 30 the slowest buses will take 19 h 15 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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Buses from Nice to Metz run on average 7 times per day, taking around 15h 33m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $50 (€42) but you can travel from only $35 (€29) by flight.
The earliest bus runs at 00:35, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 377 miles (608 km) distance in 12h 50m.
Distance 377 miles (608 km) |
Average bus duration 15h 33m |
Cheapest ticket price $50 (€42) |
Buses per day 7 |
Fastest bus 12h 50m |
First bus 12:35 AM |
Last bus 11:45 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 21 days |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Nice to Metz.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:30AM | Arrival Time 01:20AM | Duration 21h50 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $109 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 05:00AM | Arrival Time 07:50PM | Duration 14h50 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $91 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:50AM | Arrival Time 04:10AM | Duration 21h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $119 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 09:50PM | Duration 14h50 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price $102 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 12:40AM | Duration 17h10 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $84 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 09:40AM | Arrival Time 04:15AM | Duration 18h35 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $88 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:05AM | Arrival Time 04:10AM | Duration 18h05 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $117 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 10:15AM | Arrival Time 04:15AM | Duration 18h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $137 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:05AM | Arrival Time 05:10AM | Duration 18h05 | Departure days Wed, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $56 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 08:05AM | Duration 20h05 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $141 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:05PM | Arrival Time 06:50AM | Duration 18h45 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $120 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:05PM | Arrival Time 07:30AM | Duration 16h25 | Departure days Wed, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $61 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:10PM | Arrival Time 06:30AM | Duration 15h20 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $70 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 12:45PM | Duration 21h15 | Departure days Wed, Sat | Cheapest price $65 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:05PM | Arrival Time 08:30AM | Duration 16h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $101 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 01:45PM | Duration 21h15 | Departure days Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $86 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:10PM | Arrival Time 08:30AM | Duration 15h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $100 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 12:30PM | Duration 19h00 | Departure days Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $111 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:20PM | Arrival Time 01:40PM | Duration 19h20 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $107 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 06:20PM | Arrival Time 03:15PM | Duration 20h55 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $93 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:15PM | Arrival Time 01:40PM | Duration 18h25 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price $121 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 03:15PM | Duration 19h15 | Departure days Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $99 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:50PM | Arrival Time 03:30PM | Duration 18h40 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $79 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 06:15PM | Duration 21h15 | Departure days Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $65 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:30PM | Arrival Time 05:15PM | Duration 19h45 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $125 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 05:15PM | Duration 19h15 | Departure days Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $125 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:50PM | Arrival Time 05:30PM | Duration 18h40 | Departure days Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $108 |
The table below shows live departures for Nice to Metz buses for today, Thursday, October 29. 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 · FlixBus | 9:30 PM Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) | 19h45 | 5:15 PM Metz, Gare routière | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:00 PM Nice, Gare Routière Vauban | 19h15 | 5:15 PM Metz, Gare routière | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:50 PM Nice, Gare Routière Vauban | 18h40 | 5:30 PM Metz, Gare routière | 2 transfers | |
| Friday, October 30 | |||||
![]() | 7:30 AM Nice | 17h10 | 12:40 AM Metz | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:05 AM Nice | 18h05 | 5:10 AM Metz | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:05 PM Nice | 16h25 | 7:30 AM Metz | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:30 PM Nice | 19h00 | 11:30 AM Metz | 0 transfersDirect | |
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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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Most Nice to Metz buses use the Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) to Metz, Gare routière station pair. Use this guide to compare Nice and Metz bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) is 6 km from Nice city centre. Public transport options include:
Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Café Terminal (in the station), Fast-Food Express (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance of Terminal 1.
Ticket office support is available at Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1).
Available at Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Nice, Aéroport Nice Côte d'Azur (Gare routière - Terminal 1): 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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