How to travel from Trier to Metz

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Compare train and bus for Trier to Metz

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Trier to Metz among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €14 For those with little time, consider booking a bus, which has an average total journey time of 1h 58m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €14, while a train costs an average of €36.

Distance: 48 miles (78 km)

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€36

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€14

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€16

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2h 14m

Average total duration

1h 44m

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1h 58m

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1h 28m

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1h 21m

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The cheapest way to travel from Trier to Metz is a bus with an average price of €13.

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

A bus is €27 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Trier to Metz costing on average €39.

The fastest way to travel from Trier to Metz is by train with an average journey time of 2h 24m.

Other travel options to Metz take longer:

Bus takes on average 2h 36m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Trier and Metz including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Trier to Metz among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around €39 compared to roughly €16 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €-23.71. The journey takes 1h 54m versus 1h 21m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.

Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.

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from Trier to Metz

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

Our recommendation

bus

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

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    1:15 AM2h00
    Trier, Kürenzer Straße (Hbf)
    3:15 AMMetz, Gare routière
    111One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    1:15 AM2h00
    Trier, Kürenzer Straße (Hbf)
    3:15 AMMetz, Gare routière
    111One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • Deutsche Bahn86396
    10:42 AM1h33
    Trier Hbf
    12:15 PMMetz-Ville
    321One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • CFLL32+Regional88733
    11:44 AM2h30
    Trier, Kürenzer Straße (Hbf)
    2:14 PMMetz-Ville
    161One-way
    1 transfer
  • Regional12163+CFLL32+Regional88733
    11:14 AM3h00
    Bahnhof Trier-Süd
    2:14 PMMetz-Ville
    171One-way
    2 transfers
  • CFLL31+Regional88733+Regional-Express5108
    11:55 AM2h19
    Trier, Saarstraße / Hohenzollernstraße (Südbahnhof)
    2:14 PMMetz-Ville
    171One-way
    2 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Trier 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 Trier to Metz.

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There are 2 options to travel between Trier and Metz including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Trier to Metz is a bus with an average price of €13.

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

A bus is €24 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Trier to Metz costing on average €36.

The fastest way to travel from Trier to Metz is by train with an average journey time of 2h 14m.

Other travel options to Metz take longer:

Bus takes on average 2h 36m.

The distance from Trier to Metz is approximately 48 miles (78 km).
The average frequency per day from Trier to Metz is:
  • Around 3 trains per day.
  • Around 1 buses per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Trier to Metz:
  • Trains mostly depart from Trier Hbf and arrive in Metz-Ville.
  • Buses mostly depart from Trier, Kürenzer Straße (Hbf) and arrive in Metz, Gare routière.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Trier to Metz, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, Deutsche Bahn, TER, Regional, CFL, Regionalbahn, Süwex, Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) to go to Metz by train.
  • Travel with BlaBlaCar, FlixBus to go to Metz by bus.
Yes, there are direct services available from Trier to Metz with the following travel companies:
  • 2 direct trains per day with SNCF TER | Operated by SNCF Voyageurs 1187, TER.
  • 1 direct buses per day with BlaBlaCar, FlixBus.
Omio customers who travel from Trier 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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