How to travel from Clermont-Ferrand to Metz

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Compare bus, train, and flight for Clermont-Ferrand to Metz

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Clermont-Ferrand to Metz among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $77 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 52m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.4kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $77, while a flight costs an average of $647.

Distance: 272 miles (438 km)

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$647

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$147

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$77

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$167

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4h 52m

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2h 52m

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7h 2m

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6h 32m

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30m

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10h 40m

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10h 10m

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5h 56m

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1.3 - 2.6kg

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0.1 - 0.4kg

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0.4 - 1.1kg

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Clermont-Ferrand to Metz is a bus with an average price of $77 (€64).

This is compared to other travel options from Clermont-Ferrand to Metz:

A bus is $70 (€58) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Clermont-Ferrand to Metz costing on average $147 (€122).

A bus is $570 (€470) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Clermont-Ferrand to Metz costing on average $647 (€534).

The fastest way to travel from Clermont-Ferrand to Metz is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 52m.

Other travel options to Metz take longer:

Train takes on average 7h 2m.

Bus takes on average 10h 40m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Clermont-Ferrand and Metz including taking a bus, train, and flight.
We recommend using the flight as it is the most popular way to get from Clermont-Ferrand to Metz among Omio's users.
Take the flight. It's the quicker way to make this trip, and the time saved usually justifies the slightly higher cost.

You'll arrive about 3h 4m sooner (2h 52m by flight vs 5h 56m by car). Tickets start at around $647 (€534) compared to roughly $167 (€138) in fuel and tolls — a bit more, but you get time back and avoid a long drive.

Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group, want flexibility on timing, or plan to stop en route.

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from Clermont-Ferrand to Metz

How to get from Clermont-Ferrand to Metz by train, bus or flight.

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The best way to travel from Clermont-Ferrand to Metz is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • BlaBlaCar Bus3158 · 50469
    6:00 AM11h35
    Clermont Ferrand, Place Gambetta (Gare Routière)
    5:35 PMMetz, Gare routière
    $441One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • BlaBlaCar Bus3158 · 50469
    6:00 AM11h35
    Clermont Ferrand, Place Gambetta (Gare Routière)
    5:35 PMMetz, Gare routière
    $441One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • Air FranceAF7395+LuxairAF4600
    7:40 AM2h55
    Clermont-Ferrand Auvergne Airport
    10:35 AMLuxembourg Airport
    $3931One-way
    1 transfer

Other options

  • SNCF | Intercités4302+TER837591 · 875710
    2:02 PM8h27
    Clermont-Ferrand station
    10:29 PMMetz-Ville
    $1451One-way
    2 transfers
  • SNCF | Intercités5978+SNCF | TGV INOUI2647
    4:25 PM6h39
    Clermont-Ferrand station
    11:04 PMMetz-Ville
    $1501One-way
    1 transfer
  • SNCF | TGV INOUI9896+TER875712
    3:02 PM8h00
    Clermont-Ferrand station
    11:02 PMMetz-Ville
    $1761One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    5:05 PM15h00
    Clermont Ferrand, Place Gambetta (Gare Routière)
    8:05 AMMetz, Gare routière
    $581One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    9:35 PM10h55
    Clermont Ferrand, Place Gambetta (Gare Routière)
    8:30 AMMetz, Gare routière
    $591One-way
    1 transfer
  • BlaBlaCar Bus50670 · 51095
    6:30 PM9h45
    Clermont Ferrand, Place Gambetta (Gare Routière)
    4:15 AMMetz, Gare routière
    $651One-way
    1 transfer
  • Air FranceAF7395+LuxairAF4602
    7:40 AM6h10
    Clermont-Ferrand Auvergne Airport
    1:50 PMLuxembourg Airport
    $3931One-way
    1 transfer
  • Air FranceAF7395+LuxairAF4604
    7:40 AM14h05
    Clermont-Ferrand Auvergne Airport
    9:45 PMLuxembourg Airport
    $3931One-way
    1 transfer
  • Air FranceAF7391+LuxairAF4602
    10:35 AM3h15
    Clermont-Ferrand Auvergne Airport
    1:50 PMLuxembourg Airport
    $4831One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Clermont-Ferrand to Metz

Travel to Metz easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Clermont-Ferrand to Metz.

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There are 3 options to travel between Clermont-Ferrand and Metz including taking a bus, train, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Clermont-Ferrand to Metz is a bus with an average price of $77 (€64).

This is compared to other travel options from Clermont-Ferrand to Metz:

A bus is $70 (€58) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Clermont-Ferrand to Metz costing on average $147 (€122).

A bus is $570 (€470) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Clermont-Ferrand to Metz costing on average $647 (€534).

The fastest way to travel from Clermont-Ferrand to Metz is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 52m.

Other travel options to Metz take longer:

Train takes on average 7h 2m.

Bus takes on average 10h 40m.

The distance from Clermont-Ferrand to Metz is approximately 272 miles (438 km).
The average frequency per day from Clermont-Ferrand to Metz is:
  • Around 44 flights per day.
  • Around 6 buses per day.
  • Around 5 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Clermont-Ferrand and Metz as scheduled services by bus, train, and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Clermont-Ferrand to Metz:
  • Flights mostly depart from Lyon Saint Exupery Airport and arrive in Luxembourg Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Clermont-Ferrand station and arrive in Metz-Ville.
  • Buses mostly depart from Clermont Ferrand, Place Gambetta (Gare Routière) and arrive in Metz, Gare routière.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Clermont-Ferrand to Metz, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus to go to Metz by bus.
  • Travel with SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, SNCF | TGV INOUI, SNCF | Intercités de nuit, TER, SNCF | Intercités to go to Metz by train.
  • Travel with Lufthansa Cityline, KLM Cityhopper, Brussels Airlines, Lufthansa City Airlines, KLM, Air France, Air Dolomiti, Austrian Airlines, Luxair, Lufthansa, Air Baltic, Helvetic Airways to go to Metz by flight.
Omio customers who travel from Clermont-Ferrand to Metz often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Luxembourg, Strasbourg, Marseille, Nancy. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Metz and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Metz to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Metz, you can explore the vibrant Metz Covered Market for local produce and specialties, stroll through the Jardin Botanique de Metz for a tranquil experience, or enjoy a walk along the banks of the Moselle River. For cultural experiences, visit the Arsenal Concert Hall for its diverse musical performances or discover the Musée de la Cour d'Or's rich history. Must-see sights include the stunning Cathédrale Saint-Étienne, the modern Centre Pompidou-Metz, the medieval Porte des Allemands, the picturesque Temple Neuf, and the charming Place Saint-Louis.
Two to three days are ideal to explore Metz's main attractions, including the stunning Metz Cathedral, the Centre Pompidou-Metz, and the charming old town.

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