The cheapest and fastest trains from Nantes to Metz
Cheapest price
$103
Average price
$134
Fastest journey
5 h
Average duration
5 h 6 m
Trains per day
8
Distance
610 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Nantes to Metz is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Nantes to Metz will cost around $134 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $103.
It's difficult to get from Nantes to Metz without transferring at least once.
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68147
12494 · 2465+
68155
8868 · 2613
8880 · 2839
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8814 · 2833
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8922 · 2625
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68155Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Nantes to Metz
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Nantes to Metz among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €22. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 48m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €22, and a flight costs an average of €117.
Distance: 379 miles (610 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€106 Average price | €40 Average price Cheapest | €282 Average price |
4h 18m Average total duration Fastest 3h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 46m Average total duration 9h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 12m Average total duration 9h 12m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.6 - 1.5kg CO2 emissions | 1.8 - 3.7kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Nantes to Metz train times
The table below shows live departures for Nantes to Metz trains for today, Tuesday, December 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
8922 · 2625 | On time 2:04 PM Nantes station | 5h06 | 7:10 PM Metz-Ville | 1 transfer | |
8880 · 2839 | On time 3:04 PM Nantes station | 5h00 | 8:04 PM Metz-Ville | 1 transfer | |
12494 · 2465+ 68155 | On time 4:08 PM Nantes station | 5h18 | 9:26 PM Metz-Ville | 2 transfers | |
| Wednesday, December 17 | |||||
5482+ 68135 | On time 7:08 AM Nantes station | 5h04 | 12:12 PM Metz-Ville | 1 transfer | |
8912 · 2817 | On time 8:04 AM Nantes station | 5h59 | 2:03 PM Metz-Ville | 1 transfer | |
8868 · 2613 | On time 10:04 AM Nantes station | 5h44 | 3:48 PM Metz-Ville | 1 transfer | |
8814 · 2833 | On time 1:04 PM Nantes station | 5h00 | 6:04 PM Metz-Ville | 1 transfer | |
5480+ 68147 | On time 1:08 PM Nantes station | 5h20 | 6:28 PM Metz-Ville | 1 transfer | |
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TGV INOUI operates all train services from Nantes to Metz. Omio is the only official third party seller for TGV INOUI tickets.
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- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train, bus and flight to find the ideal travel option from Nantes to Metz.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Nantes to Metz
Trains from Nantes to Metz run on average 7 times per day, taking around 3h 48m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $65 (€52) but you can travel from only $28 (€22) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:08, the last at 18:13. The fastest train covers the 379 miles (610 km) distance in 4h 39m.
Distance 379 miles (610 km) |
Average train duration 3h 48m |
Cheapest ticket price $65 (€52) |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 4h 39m |
First train 05:08 |
Last train 18:13 |
Train companies: TGV INOUI from Nantes to Metz trainsTGV INOUI trains will get you between Nantes and Metz from $28 (€22). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Nantes to Metz
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nantes 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.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Nantes to Metz
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m. Departures can be made outside of opening hours. Access via Boulevard de Stalingrad.
- Le Café de la Gare
- La Cigale
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €0.80
- ibis Styles Nantes Centre Gare
- Mercure Nantes Centre Gare
- Hotel Astoria
- Located in the main hall
- 120 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-10 for TGV and regional trains
- Hall 2: platforms 11-15 for local services
- Hall 3: tramway and bus connections
- Tramway: Line 1
- Bus: Several lines available
- Navibus: River shuttle service
- 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
- 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
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