The average train between Heidelberg and Metz takes 4h 25m and the fastest train takes 3h 9m. The train service runs several times per day from Heidelberg 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 every 3 hours between Heidelberg and Metz. The earliest departure is at 6:16 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Heidelberg is at 10:14 PM which arrives into Metz at 7:23 AM. All services require a transfer at Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof and take an average of 4h 25m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Heidelberg 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 Heidelberg to Metz. However, there are services departing from Heidelberg station and arriving at Metz station via Saarbrücken Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 25m.
Heidelberg to Metz train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), depart from Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof station.
Heidelberg to Metz train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), arrive at Metz Ville station.
Book your Heidelberg to Metz train tickets online with Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional), Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) and 2 other operators.
The distance between Heidelberg and Metz is 185.5 km. The road distance is 225 km.
You can take a train from Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof to Metz Ville via Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof, Saarbrücken Hbf, Forbach(F), and Forbach in around 4h 34m.