- 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
€32
Average price
€62
Fastest journey
4 h 34 m
Average duration
4 h 57 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
209 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cologne to Metz is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cologne to Metz will cost around €62 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €32.
Of the 5 trains that leave Cologne for Metz on Wed, Aug 26, 5 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 trains cover the 209 km distance in an average of 4 h 57 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 34 m .
On Wed, Aug 26 the slowest trains will take 6 h 25 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.










Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cologne to Metz among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €20. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 13m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €20, and a flight costs an average of €137.
Distance: 129 miles (209 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€54 Average price | €31 Average price Cheapest | €261 Average price | €41 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 43m Average total duration Fastest 4h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 16m Average total duration 4h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 22m Average total duration 6h 22m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 30m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Cologne to Metz:
A bus is €23 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Cologne to Metz costing on average €54.
A bus is €230 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Cologne to Metz costing on average €261.
Other travel options to Metz take longer:
Bus takes on average 4h 46m.
Flight takes on average 6h 22m.
Tickets start at around €54 compared to roughly €41 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €-12.65. The journey takes 4h 13m versus 3h 30m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Cologne to Metz trains for today, Tuesday, August 25. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 103 · 4119 · 88842 | Delayed 6:58 AM 8:54 AMCologne Hbf | 4h26 | 1:20 PM Metz-Ville | 2 transfers | |
ICE 316 · IC 2111 · TER 88741 | On time 9:43 AM Cologne Hbf | 6h31 | 4:14 PM Metz-Ville | 2 transfers | |
10025+ 88751+ L32 | 12:21 PM Cologne Hbf | 5h37 | 5:58 PM Metz-Ville | 2 transfers | |
2574+ 88751+ 4116+ L32 | 12:53 PM Cologne Hbf | 5h05 | 5:58 PM Metz-Ville | 3 transfers | |
ICE 107 · 4127 · 88854 · TER 23754 | On time 12:54 PM Cologne Hbf | 5h28 | 6:22 PM Metz-Ville | 3 transfers | |
10027+ L32+ 88759 | 1:21 PM Cologne Hbf | 5h38 | 6:59 PM Metz-Ville | 2 transfers | |
10029+ 88765+ L32 | 2:21 PM Cologne Hbf | 5h40 | 8:01 PM Metz-Ville | 2 transfers | |
2546+ 88765+ L32+ 4120 | 2:53 PM Cologne Hbf | 5h08 | 8:01 PM Metz-Ville | 3 transfers | |
10033+ 88771+ L32 | 3:21 PM Cologne Hbf | 5h36 | 8:57 PM Metz-Ville | 2 transfers | |
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Trains from Cologne to Metz run on average 5 times per day, taking around 4h 13m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €32 but you can travel from only €20 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:24. The fastest train covers the 129 miles (209 km) distance in 4h 22m.
Distance 129 miles (209 km) |
Average train duration 4h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price €32 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 4h 22m |
First train 12:01 AM |
Last train 11:24 PM |
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Best time to book 35 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 Cologne 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 Cologne to Metz trains use the Köln Hbf to Metz-Ville station pair, with some services arriving at Metz Nord. Use this guide to compare Cologne and Metz train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Köln Hbf is 1 km from Cologne city centre. Public transport options include:
Köln Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: asiagourmet, Coffee Fellows, dean&david, Dunkin' Donuts, KFC, McDonald's, Pizza Hut, Nordsee, Starbucks, Schweinske, & more
Free Wi-Fi for 30 minutes only. ATMs are available at Köln Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Köln Hbf. Information desks are one near the departure/arrival board and another near the escalators close to Platforms 4 and 5.
Luggage storage is there are luggage lockers in the station. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Köln Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Köln Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Köln Hbf: Wheelchair accessible & mobility assistance staff. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Nearby hotels include Wyndham Koeln, Hilton Cologne, Excelsior Hotel Ernst.
Köln/Bonn Flughafen is 13 km from Cologne city centre. Public transport options include:
Köln/Bonn Flughafen has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Café Bistro Leysieffer, Mishba, Ständige Vertretung, Kamps
Wi-Fi is available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen. ATMs are available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen.
Ticket office support is available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen. Information desks are available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen.
Luggage storage is available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Köln/Bonn Flughafen.
Köln Messe/Deutz is 1 km from Cologne city centre. Public transport options include:
Köln Messe/Deutz has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Imbiss Athena, Arena Grill, Cafe Especial, Joe Champs
Wi-Fi is available at Köln Messe/Deutz. ATMs are available at Köln Messe/Deutz.
Ticket office support is available at Köln Messe/Deutz. Information desks are available at Köln Messe/Deutz.
Luggage storage is available at Köln Messe/Deutz. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Köln Messe/Deutz: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Köln Messe/Deutz: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Köln Messe/Deutz.
Nearby hotels include Pension Helenenwall, Zur guten Quelle, Zum Goldenen Hut, Merlin.
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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