How to travel from Marseille to Metz

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Compare bus, train, and flight for Marseille to Metz

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Marseille to Metz among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €71 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 55m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the bus is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.7 - 1.6kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €71, while a flight costs an average of €426.

Distance: 403 miles (650 km)

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Driving

€154

Average price

€71

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Cheapest

€426

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€189

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(fuel + tolls)

6h 46m

Average total duration

6h 16m

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30m

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13h 17m

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12h 47m

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4h 55m

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2h 55m

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2h 0m

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7h 34m

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CO2 emissions

0.7 - 1.6kg

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1.9 - 3.9kg

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

The cheapest way to travel from Marseille to Metz is a bus with an average price of €71.

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

A bus is €83 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Marseille to Metz costing on average €154.

A bus is €355 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Marseille to Metz costing on average €426.

The fastest way to travel from Marseille to Metz is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 55m.

Other travel options to Metz take longer:

Train takes on average 6h 46m.

Bus takes on average 13h 17m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Marseille and Metz including taking a bus, train, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Marseille to Metz among Omio's users.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.

The journey is about 1h 18m faster (6h 16m by train vs 7h 34m by car) and roughly €36 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (€154 vs €189). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.

Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.

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from Marseille to Metz

How to get from Marseille to Metz by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

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

  • BlaBlaCar Bus5808 · 30480
    9:00 PM15h30
    Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles
    12:30 PMMetz, Gare routière
    €531One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • BlaBlaCar Bus5808 · 30480
    9:00 PM15h30
    Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles
    12:30 PMMetz, Gare routière
    €531One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • Malta AirFR 7277
    8:05 PM1h30
    Marseille Provence Airport
    9:35 PMLuxembourg Airport
    €1221One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • SNCF | TGV INOUI9896
    3:56 PM7h06
    Marseille Saint-Charles
    11:02 PMMetz-Ville
    €1141One-way
    0 transfers
  • SNCF | TGV INOUI9868+SNCF | Intercités4302+TER88587
    3:12 PM7h16
    Marseille Saint-Charles
    10:28 PMMetz-Ville
    €1181One-way
    2 transfers
  • SNCF | TGV INOUI12374 · 2519+TER837593
    4:04 PM7h24
    Marseille Saint-Charles
    11:28 PMMetz-Ville
    €1571One-way
    2 transfers
  • BlaBlaCar Bus51095
    4:45 PM11h30
    Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles
    4:15 AMMetz, Gare routière
    €801One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    10:00 PM10h30
    Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles
    8:30 AMMetz, Gare routière
    €831One-way
    0 transfers
  • Lufthansa City AirlinesLH4101+LufthansaLH112 · LH2322
    11:00 AM8h30
    Marseille Provence Airport
    7:30 PMLuxembourg Airport
    €2851One-way
    2 transfers
  • Air FranceAF7347+LuxairAF4600
    6:00 AM4h35
    Marseille Provence Airport
    10:35 AMLuxembourg Airport
    €2971One-way
    1 transfer
  • Air FranceAF7347+LuxairAF4602
    6:00 AM7h50
    Marseille Provence Airport
    1:50 PMLuxembourg Airport
    €2971One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Marseille 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 Marseille to Metz.

FAQs
There are 3 options to travel between Marseille and Metz including taking a bus, train, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Marseille to Metz is a bus with an average price of €71.

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

A bus is €83 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Marseille to Metz costing on average €154.

A bus is €355 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Marseille to Metz costing on average €426.

The fastest way to travel from Marseille to Metz is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 55m.

Other travel options to Metz take longer:

Train takes on average 6h 46m.

Bus takes on average 13h 17m.

The distance from Marseille to Metz is approximately 403 miles (650 km).
The average frequency per day from Marseille to Metz is:
  • Around 59 flights per day.
  • Around 6 trains per day.
  • Around 4 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Marseille 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 Marseille to Metz:
  • Flights mostly depart from Marseille Provence Airport and arrive in Luxembourg Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Marseille Saint-Charles and arrive in Metz-Ville.
  • Buses mostly depart from Marseille, Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles and arrive in Metz, Gare routière.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Marseille to Metz, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Malta Air, Lufthansa, Helvetic Airways, Lufthansa Cityline, asl airlines, KLM Cityhopper, Swiss, Transavia France, Brussels Airlines, Lufthansa City Airlines, KLM, Air France, Air Dolomiti, Luxair, Austrian Airlines, Air Baltic, ITA, British Airways, Edelweiss Air to go to Metz by flight.
  • Travel with SNCF | TGV INOUI, SNCF | Intercités de nuit, SNCF | Intercités to go to Metz by train.
  • Travel with BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus to go to Metz by bus.
Yes, there are direct services available from Marseille to Metz with the following travel companies:
  • 3 direct flights per day with Malta Air, Lufthansa City Airlines, Air Dolomiti.
  • 1 direct trains per day with SNCF | TGV INOUI.
  • 1 direct buses per day with BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus.
Omio customers who travel from Marseille to Metz often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Luxembourg, Strasbourg, Nancy, Lyon. 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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