The average train between Metz and Reading takes 5h 58m and the fastest train takes 4h 42m. The train service runs several times per day from Metz to Reading. 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 Metz and Reading. The earliest departure is at 6:23 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Metz is at 9:13 PM which arrives into Reading at 9:15 AM. All services require a transfer at Paris Est and take an average of 5h 58m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Metz to Reading? 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 Reading. However, there are services departing from Metz station and arriving at Reading station via Paris Est. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 58m.
Metz to Reading train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), depart from Metz Ville station.
Metz to Reading train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), arrive at Reading station.
Book your Metz to Reading train tickets online with Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), Eurostar and 3 other operators.
The distance between Metz and Reading is 569.9 km. The road distance is 826 km.
You can take a train from Metz Ville to Reading via Paris Est, Paris Nord, London St Pancras Intl, King's Cross St. Pancras station, Paddington, and London Paddington in around 5h 37m.