- 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 on Sep 01
€28
Average ticket price on Sep 01
€31
Fastest journey on Sep 01
1 h 50 m
Average journey duration on Sep 01
1 h 57 m
Trains on Sep 01
6
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 €31 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €28.
On Tue, Sep 01, we found 6 trains from Mulhouse to Metz, including 6 direct services.
On Tue, Sep 01 the direct trains cover the 175 km distance in an average of 1 h 57 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 50 m .
On Tue, Sep 01 the slowest trains will take 2 h 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 Mulhouse to Metz among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €16 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 46m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €16, while a train costs an average of €33.
Distance: 108 miles (175 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€33 Average price | €16 Average price Cheapest | €57 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 46m Average total duration Fastest 2h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 10m Average total duration 3h 40m 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 €17 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Mulhouse to Metz costing on average €33.
Other travel options to Metz take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 40m.
The journey is about 44m faster (2h 16m by train vs 3h 0m by car) and roughly €24 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (€33 vs €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, Monday, August 31. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
5516+ 88537 | On time 2:57 PM Mulhouse-Ville | 3h02 | 5:59 PM Metz-Ville | 1 transfer | |
96228 · 830312 | On time 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 | |
96234 · 830316 | 5:45 PM Mulhouse-Ville | 2h33 | 8:18 PM Metz-Ville | 1 transfer | |
96236 · 835032 · 834366 | 6:15 PM Mulhouse-Ville | 2h44 | 8:59 PM Metz-Ville | 2 transfers | |
5500 | On time 7:12 PM Mulhouse-Ville | 1h57 | 9:09 PM Metz-Ville | 0 transfersDirect | |
12184 | On time 7:12 PM Mulhouse-Ville | 1h57 | 9:09 PM Metz-Ville | 0 transfersDirect | |
96272+ 5500 | On time 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 | |
| Tuesday, September 1 | |||||
![]() | 9:24 AM Mulhouse | 2h00 | 11:24 AM Metz | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:24 AM Mulhouse | 2h00 | 12:24 PM Metz | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Mulhouse to Metz run on average 11 times per day, taking around 2h 16m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €28 but you can travel from only €13 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 16m |
Cheapest ticket price €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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Metz-Ville -> Place d'Armes, Metz
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Mulhouse 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 Mulhouse to Metz trains use the Mulhouse-Ville to Metz-Ville station pair, with some services arriving at Metz Nord. Use this guide to compare Mulhouse and Metz train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Mulhouse-Ville is 1 km from Mulhouse city centre. Public transport options include:
Mulhouse-Ville 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 Le 17, Le Bistrot du Marché
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Mulhouse-Ville. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Mulhouse-Ville. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Mulhouse-Ville: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Mulhouse-Ville: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Mulhouse-Ville: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Bristol Mulhouse, Best Western Hotel de la Bourse, Ibis Mulhouse Ville Gare Centrale.
Mulhouse Dornach is 1 km from Mulhouse city centre. Public transport options include:
Mulhouse Dornach has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Mulhouse Dornach. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Available at Mulhouse Dornach: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Mulhouse Dornach: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Mulhouse Dornach.
Nearby hotels include B&B Hotel Mulhouse Dornach, Ibis Budget Mulhouse Dornach, Hotel Bristol.
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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