How to travel from Rouen to Metz

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Compare bus, train, and flight for Rouen to Metz

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Rouen to Metz among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of zł162 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 26m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of zł162, while a train costs an average of zł330.

Distance: 229 miles (370 km)

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zł162

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7h 17m

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The cheapest way to travel from Rouen to Metz is a bus with an average price of zł162.

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

A bus is zł168 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Rouen to Metz costing on average zł330.

A bus is zł569 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Rouen to Metz costing on average zł731.

The fastest way to travel from Rouen to Metz is by train with an average journey time of 3h 26m.

Other travel options to Metz take longer:

Flight takes on average 4h 47m.

Bus takes on average 7h 17m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Rouen and Metz including taking a bus, train, and flight.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Rouen to Metz among Omio's users.

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from Rouen to Metz

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

Our recommendation

bus

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

  • FlixBus
    6:10 AM9h05
    Rouen
    3:15 PMMetz
    1151One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBus
    6:10 AM9h05
    Rouen
    3:15 PMMetz
    1151One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • FlixBus
    5:50 PM6h30
    Rouen
    12:20 AMMetz
    1391One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • FlixBus
    9:45 AM7h05
    Rouen
    4:50 PMMetz
    1651One-way
    0 transfers
  • BlaBlaCar Bus
    12:10 PM9h30
    Rouen
    9:40 PMMetz
    2461One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Rouen 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 Rouen to Metz.

FAQs
There are 3 options to travel between Rouen and Metz including taking a bus, train, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Rouen to Metz is a bus with an average price of zł162.

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

A bus is zł168 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Rouen to Metz costing on average zł330.

A bus is zł569 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Rouen to Metz costing on average zł731.

The fastest way to travel from Rouen to Metz is by train with an average journey time of 3h 26m.

Other travel options to Metz take longer:

Flight takes on average 4h 47m.

Bus takes on average 7h 17m.

The distance from Rouen to Metz is approximately 229 miles (370 km).
The average frequency per day from Rouen to Metz is:
  • Around 34 flights per day.
  • Around 7 trains per day.
  • Around 6 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Rouen 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 Rouen to Metz:
  • Trains mostly depart from Gare de Rouen-Rive-Droite and arrive in Metz-Ville.
  • Buses mostly depart from Rouen, Avenue Champlain and arrive in Metz, Gare routière.
  • Flights mostly depart from Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport and arrive in Luxembourg Airport.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Rouen 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, TER, SNCF | TGV INOUI, Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) to go to Metz by train.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Rouen to Metz:
  • 3 direct buses per day with FlixBus.
Omio customers who travel from Rouen 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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