- 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
$42
Average price
$52
Fastest journey
2 h 18 m
Average duration
2 h 37 m
Trains per day
20
Distance
202 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Basel to Metz is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Basel to Metz will cost around $52 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $42.
It's difficult to get from Basel to Metz without transferring at least once.
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96282 · 830310Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Basel to Metz among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $15. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 35m. 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 $15, and a train costs an average of $34.
Distance: 125 miles (202 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
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$42 Average price | $22 Average price Cheapest | $108 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 5m Average total duration Fastest 2h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 43m Average total duration 4h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 7m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
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 Basel to Metz:
A bus is $20 (€20) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Basel to Metz costing on average $42 (€42).
Other travel options to Metz take longer:
Bus takes on average 4h 13m.
The journey is about 32m faster (2h 35m by train vs 3h 7m by car) and roughly $66 (€66) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($42 (€42) vs $108 (€108)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Basel to Metz trains for today, Thursday, July 23. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 12:43 PM Basel | 4h15 | 4:58 PM Metz | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:43 PM Basel | 3h19 | 9:02 PM Metz | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:21 PM Basel | 2h41 | 9:02 PM Metz | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:43 PM Basel | 3h19 | 10:02 PM Metz | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:21 PM Basel | 2h41 | 10:02 PM Metz | 0 transfersDirect | |
96206 · 830302 | 6:21 AM Basel SBB | 3h00 | 9:21 AM Metz-Ville | 1 transfer | |
96104 · 96210 · 830304 | 7:13 AM Basel St. Johann | 3h03 | 10:16 AM Metz-Ville | 2 transfers | |
96210 · 830304 | 7:21 AM Basel SBB | 2h55 | 10:16 AM Metz-Ville | 1 transfer | |
96110 · 96216 · 830306 | 8:43 AM Basel St. Johann | 3h33 | 12:16 PM Metz-Ville | 2 transfers | |
96218 · 830306 | 9:21 AM Basel SBB | 2h55 | 12:16 PM Metz-Ville | 1 transfer | |
96112+ 9898 | 10:38 AM Basel SBB | 2h46 | 1:24 PM Metz-Ville | 1 transfer | |
96112+ 9898 | 10:43 AM Basel St. Johann | 2h41 | 1:24 PM Metz-Ville | 1 transfer | |
96116 · 96282 · 830310 | 12:43 PM Basel St. Johann | 3h33 | 4:16 PM Metz-Ville | 2 transfers | |
96282 · 830310 | 1:24 PM Basel SBB | 2h52 | 4:16 PM Metz-Ville | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Basel to Metz run on average 14 times per day, taking around 2h 35m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $34 (€34) but you can travel from only $15 (€15) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:16, the last at 22:16. The fastest train covers the 125 miles (202 km) distance in 2h 41m.
Distance 125 miles (202 km) |
Average train duration 2h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price $34 (€34) |
Trains per day 14 |
Fastest train 2h 41m |
First train 5:16 AM |
Last train 10:16 PM |
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Best time to book 77 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-Ville -> Place d'Armes, Metz
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Basel to Metz by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Metz, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Basel to Metz trains use the Basel SBB to Metz-Ville station pair, with some services arriving at Metz Nord. Use this guide to compare Basel and Metz train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Basel SBB is 1 km from Basel city centre. Public transport options include:
Basel SBB has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Da Roberto, Brasserie Bahnhof Basel
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Basel SBB. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Basel SBB. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Basel SBB: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Basel SBB: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Basel SBB: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Victoria, Hotel Schweizerhof Basel, GAIA Hotel.
Basel St Johann is 1 km from Basel city centre. Public transport options include:
Basel St Johann has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, WC, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Basel St Johann.
ATMs are available at Basel St Johann.
Available at Basel St Johann: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Basel St Johann: Bike Parking.
Basel Bad Bhf is 2 km from Basel city centre. Public transport options include:
Basel Bad Bhf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Les Gareçons, Restaurant Bahn Kantine
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Basel Bad Bhf. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Basel Bad Bhf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Basel Bad Bhf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Basel Bad Bhf: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Basel Bad Bhf: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Alexander, Hotel Wettstein, Hotel Balade.
Metz-Ville is 1 km from Metz city centre. Public transport options include:
Metz-Ville has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Terroirs de Lorraine Michel Roth, Starbucks, Bonne Journée
Free Wi-Fi in the station.
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 07:30 - 19:00, Sat: 07:00 - 19:00, Sun: 12:00 - 19:00. Information desks are located opposite the main entrance, next to the lost and found counter.
Available at Metz-Ville: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Metz-Ville: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Metz-Ville: Accessible restrooms, elevators, escalators, and wheelchair access, as well as facilities for those with visual/auditory impairment. There are call buttons for assistance when staff are not available.
Nearby hotels include ATC, Ibis Metz Centre Gare, Hotel Bristol Metz Centre Gare.
Metz Nord is 2 km from Metz city centre. Public transport options include:
Metz Nord has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Metz Nord.
Ticket office support is available at Metz Nord.
Available at Metz Nord: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Metz Nord: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Metz Nord: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include ibis Metz Woippy, Hotel Campanile Metz Nord, Première Classe Metz Nord - Talange.
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