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Pergamonmuseum – Das Panorama
Temporary presentation linked to the Pergamon collection, featuring the large Yadegar Asisi panorama while the main Pergamonmuseum is closed for renovation.
Cheapest price
$83
Average price
$116
Fastest journey
7 h 44 m
Average duration
7 h 48 m
Trains per day
15
Distance
633 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Metz to Berlin is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Metz to Berlin will cost around $116 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $83.
It's difficult to get from Metz to Berlin without transferring at least 3 times.
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TER 23831 · 88869 · 4102 · ICE 690
TER 23827 · 88877 · 4106 · ICE 598
TER 88839 · 4110 · ICE 596 · ICE 1504
TER 23831 · 88869 · 4102 · ICE 690
TER 23827 · 88877 · 4106 · ICE 598Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Metz to Berlin among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $36. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 55m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.6kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $36, and a flight costs an average of $89.
Distance: 393 miles (633 km)
| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$118 Average price | $59 Average price Cheapest | $240 Average price | $155 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 56m Average total duration 7h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 2m Average total duration 12h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 55m Average total duration Fastest 1h 55m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 8h 30m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.6 - 1.6kg CO2 emissions | 1.9 - 3.8kg 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 Metz to Berlin:
A bus is $59 (€49) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Metz to Berlin costing on average $118 (€97).
A bus is $181 (€149) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Metz to Berlin costing on average $240 (€197).
Other travel options to Berlin take longer:
Train takes on average 7h 26m.
Bus takes on average 12h 32m.
The journey is about 1h 4m faster (7h 26m by train vs 8h 30m by car) and roughly $37 (€30) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($118 (€97) vs $155 (€127)). 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 Metz to Berlin trains for today, Saturday, July 11. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus+ FlixTrain | 7:10 AM Metz, Gare routière | 10h50 | 6:00 PM Berlin Hbf | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus+ FlixTrain | 7:10 AM Metz, Gare routière | 11h19 | 6:29 PM Berlin Spandau | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus+ FlixTrain | 7:10 AM Metz, Gare routière | 10h43 | 5:53 PM Berlin Südkreuz station | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus+ FlixTrain | 7:10 AM Metz, Gare routière | 10h50 | 6:00 PM Berlin Hbf | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus+ FlixTrain | 7:10 AM Metz, Gare routière | 10h43 | 5:53 PM Berlin Südkreuz station | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus+ FlixTrain | 7:10 AM Metz, Gare routière | 11h19 | 6:29 PM Berlin Spandau | 2 transfers | |
9877+ ICE 9591 | 8:09 AM Metz-Ville | 10h45 | 6:54 PM Berlin Hbf | 1 transfer | |
9877+ 87423 · ICE 372 | 8:09 AM Metz-Ville | 9h25 | 5:34 PM Berlin Hbf | 2 transfers | |
68136+ 9870+ ICE 9591 | 8:58 AM Metz-Ville | 9h56 | 6:54 PM Berlin Hbf | 2 transfers | |
830321+ ICE 9591 | 9:41 AM Metz-Ville | 9h13 | 6:54 PM Berlin Hbf | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus+ FlixTrain · FlixTrain | 3:50 AM Metz, Gare routière | 14h05 | 5:55 PM Berlin, Bahnhof Südkreuz | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus+ FlixTrain · FlixTrain | 3:50 AM Metz, Gare routière | 14h28 | 6:18 PM Berlin, Central Station (Invalidenstraße) | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus+ FlixTrain | 3:50 AM Metz, Gare routière | 12h10 | 4:00 PM Berlin Hbf | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus+ FlixTrain | 3:50 AM Metz, Gare routière | 12h39 | 4:29 PM Berlin Spandau | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus+ FlixTrain | 3:50 AM Metz, Gare routière | 12h03 | 3:53 PM Berlin Südkreuz station | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Metz to Berlin run on average 12 times per day, taking around 7h 26m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $45 (€37) but you can travel from only $36 (€29) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:07, the last at 23:52. The fastest train covers the 393 miles (633 km) distance in 6h 46m.
Distance 393 miles (633 km) |
Average train duration 7h 26m |
Cheapest ticket price $45 (€37) |
Trains per day 12 |
Fastest train 6h 46m |
First train 12:07 AM |
Last train 11:52 PM |
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Low Season Jul - Sep |
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Best time to book 14 days |
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Temporary presentation linked to the Pergamon collection, featuring the large Yadegar Asisi panorama while the main Pergamonmuseum is closed for renovation.
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Major contemporary art museum in a former railway station, known for large-scale installations and international artists.
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Berlin’s central park, excellent for long walks, cycling, and relaxing between major landmarks.
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Berlin Hbf, Berlin -> Alexanderplatz, Berlin
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Metz to Berlin 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 Berlin, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Metz to Berlin trains use the Metz-Ville to Berlin Hbf station pair, with some services arriving at Berlin Südkreuz. Use this guide to compare Metz and Berlin train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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.
Berlin Hbf is 2 km from Berlin city centre. Public transport options include:
Berlin Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: backWERK, Burger King, Costa Coffee, Dunkin' Donuts, Einstein Kaffee, Le Crobag, McDonald's, Hans im Glück, Pret A Manger, Starbucks, & many more
Free WiFi (30 minutes limit). ATMs are available at Berlin Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Berlin Hbf. Information desks are located on the ground level near the Europaplatz exit.
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located on Level 1 near Platforms 13/14.
Available at Berlin Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Berlin Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Berlin Hbf: Elevators, escalators, step-free access. Contact the Mobility Service Center at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Nearby hotels include MEININGER Hotel Berlin Hauptbahnhof, IntercityHotel Berlin Hauptbahnhof, Motel One Berlin Hauptbahnof.
Berlin Südkreuz is 6 km from Berlin city centre. Public transport options include:
Berlin Südkreuz 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: Biertempel 2, McDonald's, Eis Bär, Cafe Mon Cherie
Wi-Fi is available at Berlin Südkreuz. ATMs are available at Berlin Südkreuz.
Ticket office support is available at Berlin Südkreuz. Information desks are available at Berlin Südkreuz.
Luggage storage is available at Berlin Südkreuz. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Berlin Südkreuz: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Berlin Südkreuz: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Berlin Südkreuz.
Nearby hotels include Appartements Eisemann.
Berlin Spandau is 14 km from Berlin city centre. Public transport options include:
Berlin Spandau 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: Unvernunft, Taverna Teloneio, Burger King, Hasir
Wi-Fi is available at Berlin Spandau. ATMs are available at Berlin Spandau.
Ticket office support is available at Berlin Spandau. Information desks are available at Berlin Spandau.
Luggage storage is available at Berlin Spandau. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Berlin Spandau: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Berlin Spandau: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Berlin Spandau.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Benn, Hotel Herbst, Hotel Lindenufer, Hotel Ibis Berlin Spandau.
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