How to travel from Nantes to Metz

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Nantes to Metz

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Nantes to Metz among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €39 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 10m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.5kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €39, while a train costs an average of €106.

Distance: 379 miles (610 km)

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€39

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Cheapest

€106

Average price

9h 17m

Average total duration

8h 47m

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4h 10m

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3h 40m

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0.6 - 1.5kg

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0.2 - 0.5kg

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from Nantes to Metz

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

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

  • BlaBlaCar Bus
    9:50 AM14h35
    Nantes
    12:25 AMMetz
    321One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • BlaBlaCar Bus
    9:50 AM14h35
    Nantes
    12:25 AMMetz
    321One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • FlixBus
    3:30 PM10h55
    Nantes
    2:25 AMMetz
    611One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • BlaBlaCar Bus
    3:30 AM13h45
    Nantes
    5:15 PMMetz
    341One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBus
    11:20 PM13h20
    Nantes
    12:40 PMMetz
    451One-way
    0 transfers
  • BlaBlaCar Bus
    9:15 AM13h25
    Nantes
    10:40 PMMetz
    531One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Nantes 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 Nantes to Metz.

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There are 3 options to travel between Nantes and Metz including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Nantes to Metz is a bus with an average price of €39.

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

A bus is €66 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Nantes to Metz costing on average €106.

A bus is €196 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Nantes to Metz costing on average €236.

The fastest way to travel from Nantes to Metz is by train with an average journey time of 4h 10m.

Other travel options to Metz take longer:

Bus takes on average 9h 17m.

Flight takes on average 12h 12m.

The distance from Nantes to Metz is approximately 379 miles (610 km).
The average frequency per day from Nantes to Metz is:
  • Around 29 flights per day.
  • Around 8 trains per day.
  • Around 8 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Nantes 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 Nantes to Metz:
  • Flights mostly depart from Nantes Atlantique Airport and arrive in Luxembourg Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Nantes station and arrive in Metz-Ville.
  • Buses mostly depart from Pôle d'échange multimodal Gare Sud SNCF, 44000 Nantes and arrive in Metz, Gare routière.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Nantes to Metz, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with SNCF | TGV INOUI, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) to go to Metz by train.
  • Travel with BlaBlaCar Bus, FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, SNCF Bus to go to Metz by bus.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Nantes to Metz:
  • 1 direct buses per day with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar.
Omio customers who travel from Nantes 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.

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