The average train between Metz and Parma takes 11h 30m and the fastest train takes 9h 21m. The train service runs several times per day from Metz to Parma. 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 3 times a day between Metz and Parma. The earliest departure is at 5:46 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Metz is at 7:43 PM which arrives into Parma at 11:16 AM. All services require a transfer at Strasbourg and take an average of 11h 30m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.




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14h 35m • 4 changesWant to know about travelling from Metz to Parma? 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 Parma. However, there are services departing from Metz Ville station and arriving at Parma station via Strasbourg station, Basel Sbb station, Lugano station and Milano Centrale station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 30m.
Metz to Parma train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), depart from Metz Ville station.
Metz to Parma train services, operated by Trenitalia Frecce, arrive at Parma station.
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The distance between Metz and Parma is 574.3 km. The road distance is 711 km.
You can take a train from Metz Ville to Parma via Strasbourg, Basel Sbb, Basel SBB, Lugano, and Milano Centrale in around 10h 41m.