The average train between Dresden and Metz takes 10h 47m and the fastest train takes 8h 35m. The train service runs several times per day from Dresden to Metz. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run 4 times a day between Dresden and Metz. The earliest departure is at 6:11 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Dresden is at 10:12 PM which arrives into Metz at 12:16 PM. All services require a transfer at Leipzig Hbf and take an average of 10h 47m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.




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14h 4m • 4 changesWant to know about travelling from Dresden to Metz? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Dresden to Metz. However, there are services departing from Dresden station and arriving at Metz station via Leipzig Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 47m.
Dresden to Metz train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), depart from Dresden Hauptbahnhof station.
Dresden to Metz train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), arrive at Metz Ville station.
Book your Dresden to Metz train tickets online with Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) and 2 other operators.
The distance between Dresden and Metz is 580.6 km. The road distance is 854 km.
You can take a train from Dresden Hauptbahnhof to Metz Ville via Leipzig Hbf, Erfurt Hbf, Frankfurt, Strasbourg Bahnhof, and Strasbourg in around 9h 13m.