Reading to Metz Trains

Trip Overview

The average train between Reading and Metz takes 5h 56m and the fastest train takes 4h 47m. The train service runs several times per day from Reading 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.

5h 56m
Duration: 826 km
Distance: €310
Average price: Every 3 hours
Frequency

Train

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Take the train from Reading to London Paddingtontrain
Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Paris Nordtrain Eil
Take the train from Paris Est to Metz Villetrain Tgv

5h 40m

€230–440

Reading to Metz train times

Trains run every 3 hours between Reading and Metz. The earliest departure is at 4:55 AM at night, and the last departure from Reading is at 8:12 PM which arrives into Metz at 12:03 PM. All services require a transfer at London Paddington and take an average of 5h 56m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Monday, October 19, 2026

7:13 PM → 8:51 AM
Arrives next day
12h 37m • 3 changes

Departing Tuesday, October 20, 2026

6:14 AM → 12:02 PM
4h 47m • 3 changes
8:42 AM → 2:53 PM
5h 10m • 3 changes
10:43 AM → 4:48 PM
5h 5m • 3 changes
11:45 AM → 5:41 PM
4h 56m • 3 changes
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Departing Wednesday, October 21, 2026

6:14 AM → 12:02 PM
4h 47m • 3 changes
8:42 AM → 2:53 PM
5h 10m • 3 changes
10:43 AM → 4:48 PM
5h 5m • 3 changes
11:45 AM → 5:41 PM
4h 56m • 3 changes
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Departing Thursday, October 22, 2026

6:14 AM → 12:02 PM
4h 47m • 3 changes
8:42 AM → 2:53 PM
5h 10m • 3 changes
10:43 AM → 4:48 PM
5h 5m • 3 changes
11:45 AM → 5:41 PM
4h 56m • 3 changes
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Departing Friday, October 23, 2026

6:14 AM → 12:02 PM
4h 47m • 3 changes
8:42 AM → 2:53 PM
5h 10m • 3 changes
10:43 AM → 4:48 PM
5h 5m • 3 changes
11:45 AM → 5:41 PM
4h 56m • 3 changes
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Departing Saturday, October 24, 2026

4:55 AM → 12:03 PM
6h 8m • 3 changes
7:42 AM → 3:03 PM
6h 20m • 3 changes
9:44 AM → 4:03 PM
5h 19m • 3 changes
11:45 AM → 5:41 PM
4h 56m • 3 changes
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Departing Sunday, October 25, 2026

8:20 AM → 3:03 PM
5h 43m • 3 changes
9:35 AM → 3:47 PM
5h 12m • 3 changes
10:46 AM → 4:47 PM
5h • 3 changes
11:13 AM → 5:41 PM
5h 27m • 3 changes

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Reading 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.

What companies run services between Reading, England and Metz, France?

You can take a train from Reading to Metz Ville via London Paddington, Paddington, King's Cross St. Pancras station, London St Pancras Intl, Paris Nord, and Paris Est in around 5h 40m.

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