- 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
$60
Average price
$80
Fastest journey
3 h 24 m
Average duration
3 h 46 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
223 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Stuttgart to Metz is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Stuttgart to Metz will cost around $80 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $60.
Of the 5 trains that leave Stuttgart for Metz on Fri, Jul 24, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jul 24 the direct trains cover the 223 km distance in an average of 3 h 46 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 24 m .
On Fri, Jul 24 the slowest trains will take 4 h 32 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.










Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Stuttgart 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 39m. 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 flight costs an average of $117.
Distance: 138 miles (223 km)
| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$73 Average price | $19 Average price Cheapest | $421 Average price | $46 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 9m Average total duration Fastest 2h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 33m Average total duration 5h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 7m Average total duration 4h 7m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 31m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | 0.7 - 1.3kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | 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 Stuttgart to Metz:
A bus is $54 (€54) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Stuttgart to Metz costing on average $73 (€73).
A bus is $402 (€402) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Stuttgart to Metz costing on average $421 (€421).
Other travel options to Metz take longer:
Flight takes on average 4h 7m.
Bus takes on average 5h 3m.
You'll arrive about 52m sooner (2h 39m by train vs 3h 31m by car). Tickets start at around $73 (€73) compared to roughly $46 (€46) 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 Stuttgart 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
ICE 518 · 4127 · 88854 · TER 23754 | Delayed 11:52 AM 1:49 PMStuttgart Hbf | 4h33 | 6:22 PM Metz-Ville | 3 transfers | |
9572+ 830312 | On time 2:43 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 3h51 | 6:34 PM Metz-Ville | 1 transfer | |
9570+ 830318 | 6:43 PM Stuttgart Hbf | 3h33 | 10:16 PM Metz-Ville | 1 transfer | |
| Friday, July 24 | |||||
![]() | 7:49 AM Stuttgart | 3h31 | 11:20 AM Metz | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:23 AM Stuttgart | 3h57 | 12:20 PM Metz | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:49 AM Stuttgart | 4h32 | 3:21 PM Metz | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Stuttgart to Metz run on average 5 times per day, taking around 2h 39m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $43 (€43) but you can travel from only $15 (€15) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:16, the last at 23:24. The fastest train covers the 138 miles (223 km) distance in 2h 32m.
Distance 138 miles (223 km) |
Average train duration 2h 39m |
Cheapest ticket price $43 (€43) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 2h 32m |
First train 12:16 AM |
Last train 11:24 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Thu |
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Best time to book 6 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 Stuttgart 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 Stuttgart to Metz trains use the Stuttgart Hbf to Metz-Ville station pair, with some services arriving at Metz Nord. Use this guide to compare Stuttgart and Metz train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Stuttgart 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: backWERK, Ditsch, Kamps Backstube, Le Crobag, Dunkin' Donuts, min min, Starbucks, Yorma's
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are available at Stuttgart Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Stuttgart Hbf. Information desks are located on the south side of the station near Platform 1.
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located near the north entrance. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Stuttgart Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Stuttgart Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Stuttgart Hbf: Escalators and elevators. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Nearby hotels include ARCOTEL Camino Stuttgart, Mirage City Hotel Stuttgart Zentrum Hbf, Hotel Motel One Stuttgart-Mitte.
Vaihingen Bahnhof is 7 km from Stuttgart city centre. Public transport options include:
Vaihingen Bahnhof has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Wi-Fi is available at Vaihingen Bahnhof.
Ticket office support is available at Vaihingen Bahnhof. Information desks are available at Vaihingen Bahnhof.
Luggage storage is available at Vaihingen Bahnhof. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Vaihingen Bahnhof: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Vaihingen Bahnhof: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Vaihingen Bahnhof.
Stuttgart Stadtmitte 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: Café le Théatre, Maison Banh Mi, Bangkok Express, Graf Eberhard
Wi-Fi is available at Stuttgart Stadtmitte. ATMs are available at Stuttgart Stadtmitte.
Ticket office support is available at Stuttgart Stadtmitte. Information desks are available at Stuttgart Stadtmitte.
Luggage storage is available at Stuttgart Stadtmitte. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Stuttgart Stadtmitte: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Stuttgart Stadtmitte: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Stuttgart Stadtmitte.
Nearby hotels include Steigenberger Graf Zeppelin, Hansa Hotel, Novum Hotel Boulevard, Motel One Stuttgart-Mitte.
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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