- 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
€16
Average price
€50
Fastest journey
3 h 50 m
Average duration
4 h 5 m
Buses per day
26
Distance
281 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Paris to Metz is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Paris to Metz will cost around €50 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €16.
Of the 26 buses that leave Paris for Metz on Wed, Aug 26, 26 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 281 km distance in an average of 4 h 5 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 50 m .
On Wed, Aug 26 the slowest buses will take 4 h 10 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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30484Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Paris 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 59m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €10, and a flight costs an average of €127.
Distance: 174 miles (281 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€20 Average price Cheapest | €63 Average price | €221 Average price | €83 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 28m Average total duration 3h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 31m Average total duration 3h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 59m Average total duration Fastest 1h 59m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 26m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.8 - 1.7kg 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 Paris to Metz:
A bus is €43 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Paris to Metz costing on average €63.
A bus is €201 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Paris to Metz costing on average €221.
Other travel options to Metz take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 1m.
Bus takes on average 3h 58m.
Tickets start at around €20 compared to roughly €83 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €63. The journey takes 3h 58m versus 3h 26m 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 BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, Infobus, Alsa, Internorte.
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 | Departure Time 06:50AM | Arrival Time 10:20AM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €22 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 10:20AM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €30 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:10AM | Arrival Time 10:40AM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price €26 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:25AM | Arrival Time 11:55AM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price €19 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 11:20AM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €19 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 08:15AM | Arrival Time 12:30PM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €14 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 12:30PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri | Cheapest price €21 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 01:40PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €15 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 01:40PM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €22 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:05AM | Arrival Time 03:30PM | Duration 5h25 | Departure days Wed, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price €15 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 10:15AM | Arrival Time 02:45PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €14 |
Operator Internorte | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 04:29PM | Duration 5h59 | Departure days Wed, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price €139 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 04:29PM | Duration 5h59 | Departure days Wed, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price €139 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 02:40PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €23 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 10:40AM | Arrival Time 02:20PM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €19 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:40AM | Arrival Time 02:55PM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €17 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 03:10PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Mon, Sun | Cheapest price €19 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 03:15PM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Mon, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €12 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:10AM | Arrival Time 02:30PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €28 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:20AM | Arrival Time 02:50PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price €25 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:20AM | Arrival Time 04:00PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Wed, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price €16 |
Operator Internorte | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 04:29PM | Duration 4h59 | Departure days Wed, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price €139 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 04:29PM | Duration 4h59 | Departure days Wed, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price €139 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 04:29PM | Duration 4h59 | Departure days Wed, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price €16 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:40AM | Arrival Time 02:50PM | Duration 3h10 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €30 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:50AM | Arrival Time 04:00PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Wed, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price €16 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 11:50AM | Arrival Time 03:20PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €30 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:55AM | Arrival Time 04:05PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €14 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 04:20PM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €32 |
Operator Alsa | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 04:29PM | Duration 4h29 | Departure days Wed, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price €139 |
Operator Internorte | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 04:29PM | Duration 4h29 | Departure days Wed, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price €139 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:35PM | Arrival Time 05:50PM | Duration 5h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €17 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:45PM | Arrival Time 05:15PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €14 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 05:50PM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €17 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 01:10PM | Arrival Time 05:35PM | Duration 4h25 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €12 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:20PM | Arrival Time 05:40PM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €27 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:25PM | Arrival Time 05:50PM | Duration 4h25 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €17 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 07:20PM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price €21 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:15PM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €16 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 02:30PM | Arrival Time 07:15PM | Duration 4h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €12 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 04:05PM | Arrival Time 08:10PM | Duration 4h05 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €18 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 08:40PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price €25 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 09:20PM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price €21 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:10PM | Arrival Time 08:10PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €23 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:15PM | Arrival Time 09:30PM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €16 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 08:50PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €27 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price €22 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 10:00PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price €25 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 11:40PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price €22 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 07:15PM | Arrival Time 11:40PM | Duration 4h25 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €23 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 12:15AM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price €16 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:15PM | Arrival Time 12:30AM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €17 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 08:45PM | Arrival Time 01:10AM | Duration 4h25 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €16 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:45PM | Arrival Time 01:20AM | Duration 4h35 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €15 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 01:30AM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price €22 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:30PM | Arrival Time 01:20AM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €15 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 09:30PM | Arrival Time 01:00AM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €30 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 10:15PM | Arrival Time 02:25AM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €14 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 10:30PM | Arrival Time 02:40AM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €14 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:20PM | Arrival Time 03:25AM | Duration 4h05 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €16 |
The table below shows live departures for Paris 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 | 7:25 AM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 4h30 | 11:55 AM Metz, Gare routière | 0 transfersDirect | |
30480 | 8:15 AM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 4h15 | 12:30 PM Metz, Gare routière | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:30 AM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 4h10 | 1:40 PM Metz, Gare routière | 0 transfersDirect | |
30488 | 10:15 AM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 4h30 | 2:45 PM Metz, Gare routière | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:40 AM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 4h15 | 2:55 PM Metz, Gare routière | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:55 AM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 4h10 | 4:05 PM Metz, Gare routière | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 12:35 PM Paris, Porte Maillot | 5h15 | 5:50 PM Metz, Gare routière | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 12:45 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 4h30 | 5:15 PM Metz, Gare routière | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 1:25 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 4h25 | 5:50 PM Metz, Gare routière | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:15 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 4h15 | 6:30 PM Metz, Gare routière | 0 transfersDirect | |
50479 | 2:30 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 4h45 | 7:15 PM Metz, Gare routière | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:15 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 4h15 | 9:30 PM Metz, Gare routière | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:15 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 4h15 | 12:30 AM Metz, Gare routière | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:45 PM Paris, Porte Maillot | 4h35 | 1:20 AM Metz, Gare routière | 0 transfersDirect | |
30492 | 8:45 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 4h25 | 1:10 AM Metz, Gare routière | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:30 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 3h50 | 1:20 AM Metz, Gare routière | 0 transfersDirect | |
30484 | 10:15 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 4h10 | 2:25 AM Metz, Gare routière | 0 transfersDirect | |
7991 | 10:30 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 4h10 | 2:40 AM Metz, Gare routière | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:20 PM Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 4h05 | 3:25 AM Metz, Gare routière | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Paris to Metz run on average 22 times per day, taking around 3h 58m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €10 if you book in advance.
There are 21 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 01:15, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 174 miles (281 km) distance in 4h 5m.
Distance 174 miles (281 km) |
Average bus duration 3h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price €10 |
Buses per day 22 |
Direct buses 21 |
Fastest bus 4h 5m |
First bus 1:15 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
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Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 84 days |
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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Metz Gare routière -> Place d'Armes, Metz
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Paris 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 Paris to Metz buses use the Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) to Metz, Gare routière station pair, with some services arriving at Metz, L'anphitheatre. Use this guide to compare Paris and Metz bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) is 2 km from Paris city centre. Public transport options include:
Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria Bercy (in the station), Le Train Bleu (0.5 km), Chez Lili et Marcel (0.7 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located inside the station.
Ticket office support is available at Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine).
Available at Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine): Elevators, ramps.
Champigny-sur-Marne, Avenue des Grands Godets / D145 is 14 km from Paris city centre. Public transport options include:
Champigny-sur-Marne, Avenue des Grands Godets / D145 has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Champigny-sur-Marne, Avenue des Grands Godets / D145. ATMs are available at Champigny-sur-Marne, Avenue des Grands Godets / D145.
Ticket office support is available at Champigny-sur-Marne, Avenue des Grands Godets / D145.
Available at Champigny-sur-Marne, Avenue des Grands Godets / D145: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Champigny-sur-Marne, Avenue des Grands Godets / D145: Pavements and crossings suitable for wheelchairs.
Paris has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Several fast food and cafe options available.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the station. ATMs are multiple ATMs located near the ticket office.
Ticket office support is available at Paris.
Available at Paris: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Paris: Wheelchair accessible with ramps and elevators.
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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