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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
$96
Average price
$115
Fastest journey
5 h 5 m
Average duration
5 h 48 m
Trains per day
20
Distance
412 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Munich to Metz is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Munich to Metz will cost around $115 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $96.
It's difficult to get from Munich to Metz without transferring at least once.
ICE 690 · 4121 · 88848 · TER 23748
ICE 566 · ICE 2551+
830314+
87438
ICE 566 · ICE 2551+
830316+
87438
ICE 566 · ICE 2551+
830312+
87438
9576+
830306
ICE 1010+
9898+
TGV 9574
9576+
830306
ICE 598 · 88850 · TER 23750+
TGV 9552
ICE 916 · ICE 9572+
830312
ICE 690 · 4121 · 88848 · TER 23748Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Munich 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 flight which can get you there in 1h 5m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.4kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $20, and a flight costs an average of $74.
Distance: 256 miles (412 km)
| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$121 Average price | $27 Average price Cheapest | $217 Average price | $80 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 38m Average total duration 5h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 38m Average total duration 8h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 5m Average total duration Fastest 1h 5m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 5h 55m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.4 - 1.0kg CO2 emissions | 1.2 - 2.5kg 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 Munich to Metz:
A bus is $94 (€94) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Munich to Metz costing on average $121 (€121).
A bus is $190 (€190) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Munich to Metz costing on average $217 (€217).
Other travel options to Metz take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 8m.
Bus takes on average 8h 8m.
You'll arrive about 47m sooner (5h 8m by train vs 5h 55m by car). Tickets start at around $121 (€121) compared to roughly $80 (€80) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Munich to Metz trains for today, Thursday, July 23. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 2:02 PM Munich | 7h12 | 9:14 PM Metz | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, July 24 | |||||
9576+ 830306 | 6:51 AM Munich Hbf | 5h25 | 12:16 PM Metz-Ville | 1 transfer | |
ICE 1010+ 9898+ TGV 9574 | 8:19 AM Munich Hbf | 5h05 | 1:24 PM Metz-Ville | 2 transfers | |
ICE 1010+ 830310+ TGV 9574 | 8:19 AM Munich Hbf | 7h57 | 4:16 PM Metz-Ville | 2 transfers | |
ICE 1010+ 830312+ TGV 9574 | 8:19 AM Munich Hbf | 10h15 | 6:34 PM Metz-Ville | 2 transfers | |
ICE 690 · 4121 · 88848 · TER 23748 | On time 8:45 AM Munich Hbf | 6h37 | 3:22 PM Metz-Ville | 3 transfers | |
ICE 568 · ICE 9590+ 830314 | 9:02 AM Munich Hbf | 10h17 | 7:19 PM Metz-Ville | 2 transfers | |
ICE 568 · ICE 9590+ 830310 | 9:02 AM Munich Hbf | 7h14 | 4:16 PM Metz-Ville | 2 transfers | |
ICE 568 · ICE 9590+ 830312 | 9:02 AM Munich Hbf | 9h32 | 6:34 PM Metz-Ville | 2 transfers | |
ICE 598 · 88850 · TER 23750+ TGV 9552 | On time 10:45 AM Munich Hbf | 5h40 | 4:25 PM Metz-Ville | 3 transfers | |
ICE 566 · ICE 2551+ 830312+ 87438 | 11:02 AM Munich Hbf | 7h32 | 6:34 PM Metz-Ville | 3 transfers | |
ICE 566 · ICE 2551+ 830314+ 87438 | 11:02 AM Munich Hbf | 8h17 | 7:19 PM Metz-Ville | 3 transfers | |
ICE 566 · ICE 2551+ 830316+ 87438 | 11:02 AM Munich Hbf | 9h16 | 8:18 PM Metz-Ville | 3 transfers | |
ICE 518 · 4127 · 88854 · TER 23754 | On time 11:28 AM Munich Hbf | 6h54 | 6:22 PM Metz-Ville | 3 transfers | |
ICE 518+ 830314+ TGV 9580 | On time 11:28 AM Munich Hbf | 7h51 | 7:19 PM Metz-Ville | 2 transfers | |
ICE 518+ 830312+ TGV 9580 | On time 11:28 AM Munich Hbf | 7h06 | 6:34 PM Metz-Ville | 2 transfers | |
ICE 518+ 830316+ TGV 9580 | On time 11:28 AM Munich Hbf | 8h50 | 8:18 PM Metz-Ville | 2 transfers | |
ICE 916 · ICE 9572+ 5500 | 12:20 PM Munich Hbf | 8h49 | 9:09 PM Metz-Ville | 2 transfers | |
ICE 916 · ICE 9572+ 830312 | 12:20 PM Munich Hbf | 6h14 | 6:34 PM Metz-Ville | 2 transfers | |
ICE 916 · ICE 9572+ 830314 | 12:20 PM Munich Hbf | 6h59 | 7:19 PM Metz-Ville | 2 transfers | |
ICE 916 · ICE 9572+ 830316 | 12:20 PM Munich Hbf | 7h58 | 8:18 PM Metz-Ville | 2 transfers | |
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Trains from Munich to Metz run on average 2 times per day, taking around 5h 8m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $54 (€54) but you can travel from only $20 (€20) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:26. The fastest train covers the 256 miles (412 km) distance in 5h 25m.
Distance 256 miles (412 km) |
Average train duration 5h 8m |
Cheapest ticket price $54 (€54) |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 5h 25m |
First train 12:01 AM |
Last train 11:26 PM |
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Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 42 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 Munich 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 Munich to Metz trains use the München Hbf to Metz-Ville station pair, with some services arriving at Metz Nord. Use this guide to compare Munich and Metz train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
München Hbf is 1 km from Munich city centre. Public transport options include:
München 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: Cantina Estación Mediterrano, Rischart Bakery, Ditsch Pretzels, backWERK, Cafe-Shop, Le Crobag, Yorma's, Coffee Fellows, Dunkin Donuts, McDonald's, & many more
Free Wi-Fi for 30 minutes. . ATMs are available at München Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at München Hbf. Information desks are there is an information desk located on the main concourse near the food court.
Luggage storage is the station has luggage lockers. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at München Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at München Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at München Hbf: Accessibility equipment, elevators, & mobility service. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Nearby hotels include a&o München Hauptbahnhof, IntercityHotel München, Sofitel Munich Bayerpost.
München Hackerbrücke is 2 km from Munich city centre. Public transport options include:
München Hackerbrücke 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: Augustiner Bräustuben, Lenz, Das Bad, Subway
Wi-Fi is available at München Hackerbrücke. ATMs are available at München Hackerbrücke.
Ticket office support is available at München Hackerbrücke. Information desks are available at München Hackerbrücke.
Luggage storage is available at München Hackerbrücke. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at München Hackerbrücke: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at München Hackerbrücke: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at München Hackerbrücke.
Nearby hotels include Theresienhöhe, Hotel Schweiz, Hotel Uhland, Germania.
München Marienplatz 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: Ratskeller, Klenze 17, Trachtenvogl Café-Lounge, Burger King
Wi-Fi is available at München Marienplatz. ATMs are available at München Marienplatz.
Ticket office support is available at München Marienplatz. Information desks are available at München Marienplatz.
Luggage storage is available at München Marienplatz. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at München Marienplatz: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at München Marienplatz: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at München Marienplatz.
Nearby hotels include Unsöld's Factory Hotel, Hotel Domus, Hotel Mercure München Altstadt, Hotel Herzog Wilhelm Tannenbaum Nebengebäude.
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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