- 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 29
DKK 184
Average ticket price on Oct 29
DKK 198
Fastest journey on Oct 29
4 h 10 m
Average journey duration on Oct 29
6 h 3 m
Buses on Oct 29
3
Distance
223 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Stuttgart to Metz is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Stuttgart to Metz will cost around DKK 198 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only DKK 184.
On Thu, Oct 29, we found 3 buses from Stuttgart to Metz, including 2 direct services.
On Thu, Oct 29 the direct buses cover the 223 km distance in an average of 6 h 3 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 10 m .
On Thu, Oct 29 the slowest buses will take 9 h 35 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 Stuttgart to Metz run on average 3 times per day, taking around 4h 54m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at DKK 108 but you can travel from only DKK 88 by train.
There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:20, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 138 miles (223 km) distance in 4h 5m.
Distance 138 miles (223 km) |
Average bus duration 4h 54m |
Cheapest ticket price DKK 108 |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 4h 5m |
First bus 12:20 AM |
Last bus 11:45 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 1 day |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Stuttgart to Metz.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:20AM | Arrival Time 06:25AM | Duration 6h05 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price DKK 184 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:20AM | Arrival Time 07:25AM | Duration 6h05 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price DKK 129 |
Operator Union Ivkoni | Departure Time 06:45AM | Arrival Time 11:45AM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price DKK 131 |
Operator Union Ivkoni | Departure Time 07:15AM | Arrival Time 12:15PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price DKK 122 |
Operator Union Ivkoni | Departure Time 08:45AM | Arrival Time 01:45PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price DKK 247 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 10:50AM | Arrival Time 03:15PM | Duration 4h25 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price DKK 128 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 11:50AM | Arrival Time 04:15PM | Duration 4h25 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price DKK 160 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price DKK 178 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price DKK 227 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 12:35AM | Duration 4h35 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price DKK 179 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 01:35AM | Duration 4h35 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price DKK 147 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 09:20PM | Arrival Time 01:30AM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price DKK 182 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:50PM | Arrival Time 08:25AM | Duration 9h35 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price DKK 211 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 11:20PM | Arrival Time 03:30AM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price DKK 184 |
The table below shows live departures for Stuttgart to Metz buses for today, Wednesday, October 28. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 9:00 PM Stuttgart | 4h35 | 1:35 AM Metz | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:20 PM Stuttgart | 4h10 | 1:30 AM Metz | 0 transfersDirect | |
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30489 | 11:50 AM Stuttgart, Airport/ Busterminal SAB | 4h25 | 4:15 PM Metz, Gare routière | 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 Stuttgart to Metz buses use the Stuttgart, Flughafen/Messe (SAB Busterminal) to Metz, Gare routière station pair. Use this guide to compare Stuttgart and Metz bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Stuttgart, Flughafen/Messe (SAB Busterminal) is 10 km from Stuttgart city centre. Public transport options include:
Stuttgart, Flughafen/Messe (SAB Busterminal) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria Express (in the station), Burger King (in the station), Swabian Delights (0.5 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located within the terminal for cash withdrawals.
Ticket office support is available at Stuttgart, Flughafen/Messe (SAB Busterminal).
Available at Stuttgart, Flughafen/Messe (SAB Busterminal): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Stuttgart, Flughafen/Messe (SAB Busterminal): Elevators, ramps.
Stuttgart, Vaihingen Bahnhof is 7 km from Stuttgart city centre. Public transport options include:
Stuttgart, Vaihingen Bahnhof has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Stuttgart, Vaihingen Bahnhof. ATMs are available at Stuttgart, Vaihingen Bahnhof.
Ticket office support is available at Stuttgart, Vaihingen Bahnhof.
Available at Stuttgart, Vaihingen Bahnhof: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Stuttgart, Vaihingen Bahnhof: Ramps available for wheelchairs.
Stuttgart, Flughafen/Messe is 1 km from Stuttgart city centre. Public transport options include:
Stuttgart, Flughafen/Messe 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), Local Bakery (in the station)
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance for cash withdrawals.
Ticket office support is available at Stuttgart, Flughafen/Messe.
Available at Stuttgart, Flughafen/Messe: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Stuttgart, Flughafen/Messe: 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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