The average train between Metz and Calais takes 7h 17m and the fastest train takes 4h 24m. The train service runs several times per day from Metz to Calais. 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 4 hours between Metz and Calais. The earliest departure is at 7:26 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Metz is at 9:01 PM which arrives into Calais at 11:55 AM. All services require a transfer at Paris Est and take an average of 7h 17m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Metz to Calais? 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 Metz to Calais. However, there are services departing from Metz station and arriving at Calais station via Paris Est. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 17m.
Metz to Calais train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), depart from Metz Ville station.
Metz to Calais train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), arrive at Calais Ville station.
Book your Metz to Calais train tickets online with Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF) and TGV inOui.
The distance between Metz and Calais is 369.5 km. The road distance is 641 km.
You can take a train from Metz Ville to Calais Ville via Paris Est, Paris Nord, and Lille Flandres in around 5h 44m.