- 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
$34
Average price
$54
Fastest journey
1 h 50 m
Average duration
2 h 3 m
Trains per day
16
Distance
175 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Mulhouse to Metz is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Mulhouse to Metz will cost around $54 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $34.
Of the 16 trains that leave Mulhouse for Metz on Sat, Jul 18, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jul 18 the direct trains cover the 175 km distance in an average of 2 h 3 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 50 m .
On Sat, Jul 18 the slowest trains will take 2 h 29 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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68141Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Mulhouse 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 13m. 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: 108 miles (175 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$45 Average price | $24 Average price Cheapest | $69 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 43m Average total duration Fastest 2h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 1m Average total duration 3h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 0m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.4kg 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 Mulhouse to Metz:
A bus is $21 (€17) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Mulhouse to Metz costing on average $45 (€37).
Other travel options to Metz take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 31m.
The journey is about 47m faster (2h 13m by train vs 3h 0m by car) and roughly $24 (€20) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($45 (€37) vs $69 (€57)). 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.
Direct services run with SNCF | TGV INOUI.
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 Mulhouse to Metz trains for today, Friday, July 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
9898 | Delayed 9:29 AM 11:24 AMMulhouse-Ville | 2h00 | 11:29 AM 11:29 AMMetz-Ville | 0 transfersDirect | |
96282 · 830310 | 1:45 PM Mulhouse-Ville | 2h31 | 4:16 PM Metz-Ville | 1 transfer | |
5516+ 88537 | Delayed 1:37 PM 2:57 PMMulhouse-Ville | 3h01 | 5:58 PM Metz-Ville | 1 transfer | |
96228 · 830312 | 3:45 PM Mulhouse-Ville | 2h49 | 6:34 PM Metz-Ville | 1 transfer | |
96262 · 830314 | 4:45 PM Mulhouse-Ville | 2h34 | 7:19 PM Metz-Ville | 1 transfer | |
96232 · 830316 | 5:15 PM Mulhouse-Ville | 3h03 | 8:18 PM Metz-Ville | 1 transfer | |
96236 · 835032 · 834366 | 6:15 PM Mulhouse-Ville | 2h44 | 8:59 PM Metz-Ville | 2 transfers | |
12184 | 7:12 PM Mulhouse-Ville | 1h57 | 9:09 PM Metz-Ville | 0 transfersDirect | |
5500 | 7:12 PM Mulhouse-Ville | 1h57 | 9:09 PM Metz-Ville | 0 transfersDirect | |
96272+ 5500 | 7:15 PM Mulhouse-Ville | 1h54 | 9:09 PM Metz-Ville | 1 transfer | |
96240 · 830318 | 7:45 PM Mulhouse-Ville | 2h31 | 10:16 PM Metz-Ville | 1 transfer | |
9896 | 9:12 PM Mulhouse-Ville | 1h50 | 11:02 PM Metz-Ville | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, July 18 | |||||
96206 · 830302 | 6:45 AM Mulhouse-Ville | 2h36 | 9:21 AM Metz-Ville | 1 transfer | |
832312 · 834368+ 839164 | 7:04 AM Mulhouse-Ville | 3h04 | 10:08 AM Metz-Ville | 2 transfers | |
96210+ 12194+ 68131 | 7:45 AM Mulhouse-Ville | 3h20 | 11:05 AM Metz-Ville | 2 transfers | |
96214 · 830320 | 8:45 AM Mulhouse-Ville | 2h39 | 11:24 AM Metz-Ville | 1 transfer | |
832314 · 835036 · 834380 | 9:04 AM Mulhouse-Ville | 4h07 | 1:11 PM Metz-Ville | 2 transfers | |
832304 · 830322 | 10:05 AM Mulhouse-Ville | 3h10 | 1:15 PM Metz-Ville | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from Mulhouse to Metz run on average 11 times per day, taking around 2h 13m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $34 (€28) but you can travel from only $15 (€12) by bus.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:05, the last at 21:23. The fastest train covers the 108 miles (175 km) distance in 1h 50m.
Distance 108 miles (175 km) |
Average train duration 2h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price $34 (€28) |
Trains per day 11 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 1h 50m |
First train 4:05 AM |
Last train 9:23 PM |
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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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