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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Metz to Barcelona
Cheapest price
$258
Average price
$296
Fastest journey
10 h 34 m
Average duration
12 h 41 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
915 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Metz to Barcelona is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Metz to Barcelona will cost around $296 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $258.
It's difficult to get from Metz to Barcelona without transferring at least once.
2864 · 971510:58 AM10h34Metz-Ville9:32 PMBarcelona Sants$2581One-way1 transfer- 9877 · 9715+
47648:09 AM13h23Metz-Ville9:32 PMBarcelona Sants$2971One-way2 transfers - 9877 · 9826 · 97158:09 AM13h23Metz-Ville9:32 PMBarcelona Sants$3101One-way2 transfers
- 9877 · 9826+
86989+97158:09 AM13h23Metz-Ville9:32 PMBarcelona Sants$3211One-way3 transfers
- 2864 · 971510:58 AM10h34Metz-Ville9:32 PMBarcelona Sants$2581One-way1 transfer
- 9877 · 9826 · 97158:09 AM13h23Metz-Ville9:32 PMBarcelona Sants$3101One-way2 transfers
- 9877 · 9826+86989+97158:09 AM13h23Metz-Ville9:32 PMBarcelona Sants$3211One-way3 transfers
- 9877 · 9715+47648:09 AM13h23Metz-Ville9:32 PMBarcelona Sants$2971One-way2 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Metz to Barcelona
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Metz to Barcelona among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $42. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 28m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.3 - 0.8kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $42, and a train costs an average of $131.
Distance: 568 miles (915 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$273 Average price | $87 Average price Cheapest | $154 Average price | $337 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
9h 10m Average total duration 8h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 18h 13m Average total duration 17h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 28m Average total duration Fastest 2h 28m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 10h 55m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.9 - 2.3kg CO2 emissions | 2.7 - 5.5kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |  Most popular airline | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | 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 Metz to Barcelona:
A bus is $67 (€54) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Metz to Barcelona costing on average $154 (€124).
A bus is $186 (€150) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Metz to Barcelona costing on average $273 (€220).
Other travel options to Barcelona take longer:
Train takes on average 8h 40m.
Bus takes on average 17h 43m.
The journey is about 2h 15m faster (8h 40m by train vs 10h 55m by car) and roughly $64 (€52) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($273 (€220) vs $337 (€272)). 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.
Live departures
Metz to Barcelona train times
The table below shows live departures for Metz to Barcelona trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, May 26. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9877+4764+9715 | 8:09 AM Metz-Ville | 13h23 | 9:32 PM Barcelona Sants | 2 transfers | |
| 9877 · 9826 · 9715 | 8:09 AM Metz-Ville | 13h23 | 9:32 PM Barcelona Sants | 2 transfers | |
| 9877 · 9826+86989+9715 | 8:09 AM Metz-Ville | 13h23 | 9:32 PM Barcelona Sants | 3 transfers | |
| 2864 · 9715 | 10:58 AM Metz-Ville | 10h34 | 9:32 PM Barcelona Sants | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Metz to Barcelona
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Trains from Metz to Barcelona run on average 1 times per day, taking around 8h 40m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $131 (€106) but you can travel from only $25 (€20) by flight.
The earliest train runs at 05:43, the last at 16:34. The fastest train covers the 568 miles (915 km) distance in 10h 18m.
Distance 568 miles (915 km) |
Average train duration 8h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price $131 (€106) |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 10h 18m |
First train 5:43 AM |
Last train 4:34 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 70 days |
Train companies: SNCF | TGV INOUI, AVE, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) from Metz to Barcelona trainsSNCF | TGV INOUI, AVE, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) trains will get you between Metz and Barcelona from $25 (€20). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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AVE
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FAQs: Trains from Metz to Barcelona
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Metz to Barcelona 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 Barcelona, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Metz to Barcelona
Wifi
Parking
Dining
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Desk
- Mon - Fri: 07:30 - 19:00
- Sat: 07:00 - 19:00
- Sun: 12:00 - 19:00
- Free Wi-Fi in the station.
- Terroirs de Lorraine Michel Roth
- Starbucks
- Bonne Journée
- 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.
- ATC
- Ibis Metz Centre Gare
- Hotel Bristol Metz Centre Gare
- Mon - Fri: 07:30 - 19:00
- Sat: 07:00 - 19:00
- Sun: 12:00 - 19:00
- Located opposite the main entrance, next to the lost and found counter.
- Bus lines: 1/21/31, 2, 3, 5/25, 8, 9, 11/44, 13, 17, U, Noctambus 51, Noctambus 52
- Train lines: TGV, TGV INOUI, OUIGO, TER L1, TER L2, TER A14, TER L15, TER L27, TER L28, TER L30
ParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelTicket OfficeBike Parking- 6:00 AM - 8:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Parking is available near the station with easy access from Rue de la Gare.
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €0.50
- ibis Metz Woippy
- Hotel Campanile Metz Nord
- Première Classe Metz Nord - Talange
- 120 places, covered
- The station has a small waiting area and ticket machines.
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Regional services to nearby cities
Wifi
LockersParkingDining
ATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotel
Lost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation Desk- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 22:00
- Hotspots in and near restaurants.
- Staffed and automatic. Open daily from 05:30 to 21:00.
- McDonald’s
- Caffe di Fiore
- Ars Café
- Café de l'Estació
- Café de l’Estació Deli
- Lavazza
- Como
- Peter's
- Tutti Frutti
- Enrique Tomás
- & many more
- All areas of the station have full disability access facilities.
- Apartments Eixample
- Apartment Guell
- Sweet Inn Callao
- Mon - Sun: 06:00 - 22:00
- Located in various locations inside the station.
- Metro lines: L3, L5
- Bus lines: A1, A2
- Train lines: AVE, Alvia, Euromed, Talgo, Trenhotel, TGV, Avant, Intercity, R1, R2, R2 Nord, R2 Sud, R3, R4, RG1, R11, R12, R13, R14, R15, R16, R17
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