How to travel from Lyon to Metz

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

The cheapest way to travel from Lyon to Metz is a bus with an average price of $45 (€37).

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

A bus is $32 (€26) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lyon to Metz costing on average $78 (€63).

A bus is $197 (€159) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Lyon to Metz costing on average $242 (€196).

The fastest way to travel from Lyon to Metz is by train with an average journey time of 5h 20m.

Other travel options to Metz take longer:

Bus takes on average 6h 27m.

Flight takes on average 11h 7m.

The distance from Lyon to Metz is approximately 241 miles (388 km).

The average frequency per day from Lyon to Metz is:

• Around 24 flights per day.
• Around 10 trains per day.
• Around 8 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Lyon 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 Lyon to Metz:

• Flights mostly depart from Lyon Saint Exupery Airport and arrive in Luxembourg Airport.
• Trains mostly depart from Lyon Part Dieu and arrive in Metz-Ville.
• Buses mostly depart from Lyon, Avenue Tony Garnier (Gare routière de Lyon Gerland) and arrive in Metz, Gare routière.

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

• Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar to go to Metz by bus.
• Travel with SNCF | TGV INOUI, SNCF | Intercités, TGV, SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187 to go to Metz by train.

Yes, there are direct services available from Lyon to Metz with the following travel companies:

• 6 direct buses per day with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, BlaBlaCar.
• 2 direct trains per day with SNCF | TGV INOUI.

Omio customers who travel from Lyon to Metz often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Luxembourg, Strasbourg, Nancy, Marseille. 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.