How to travel from Cologne to Metz

There are 3 options to travel between Cologne and Metz including taking a train, bus, and flight.

The cheapest way to travel from Cologne to Metz is a bus with an average price of €37.

This is compared to other travel options from Cologne to Metz:

A bus is €38 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Cologne to Metz costing on average €75.

A bus is €366 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Cologne to Metz costing on average €403.

The fastest way to travel from Cologne to Metz is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 21m.

Other travel options to Metz take longer:

Train takes on average 4h 43m.

Bus takes on average 6h 54m.

The distance from Cologne to Metz is approximately 129 miles (209 km).

The average frequency per day from Cologne to Metz is:

• Around 8 buses per day.
• Around 5 flights per day.
• Around 4 trains per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Cologne to Metz:

• Buses mostly depart from Köln, Kennedystraße (Köln Bonn Flughafen) and arrive in Metz, Gare routière.
• Flights mostly depart from Cologne Bonn Airport and arrive in Luxembourg Airport.
• Trains mostly depart from Cologne Hbf and arrive in Metz-Ville.

If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Cologne to Metz, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:

• Travel with Lufthansa Cityline, Swiss, Eurowings, Lufthansa City Airlines, Air Dolomiti, Luxair, Lufthansa, Air Baltic, Helvetic Airways to go to Metz by flight.
• Travel with Deutsche Bahn, Eurostar, Regional-Express, Intercity to go to Metz by train.
• Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus to go to Metz by bus.

Omio customers who travel from Cologne 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.