What is the cheapest way to get from Aachen to Metz?

The cheapest way to get from Aachen to Metz is to drive which costs €30 - €50 and takes 2h 58m.

What is the fastest way to get from Aachen to Metz?

The fastest way to get from Aachen to Metz is to drive which takes 2h 58m and costs €30 - €50.

Is there a direct bus between Aachen and Metz?

No, there is no direct bus from Aachen to Metz. However, there are services departing from Aachen, Elisenbrunnen and arriving at Metz via Maastricht. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 21m.

Is there a direct train between Aachen and Metz?

No, there is no direct train from Aachen to Metz. However, there are services departing from Aachen Hbf and arriving at Metz Ville via Paris Est. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 20m.

How far is it from Aachen to Metz?

The distance between Aachen and Metz is 772 km. The road distance is 217.3 km.

How do I travel from Aachen to Metz without a car?

The best way to get from Aachen to Metz without a car is to train which takes 5h 20m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Aachen to Metz?

It takes approximately 5h 20m to get from Aachen to Metz, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Aachen to Metz bus from?

Aachen to Metz bus services, operated by Arriva, depart from Aachen, Elisenbrunnen station.

Where do I catch the Aachen to Metz train from?

Aachen to Metz train services, operated by THI Factory, depart from Aachen Hbf station.

Train or bus from Aachen to Metz?

The best way to get from Aachen to Metz is to train which takes 5h 20m and costs . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 6h 21m.

Where does the Aachen to Metz bus arrive?

Aachen to Metz bus services, operated by Arriva, arrive at Maastricht, Station Maastricht.

Where does the Aachen to Metz train arrive?

Aachen to Metz train services, operated by THI Factory, arrive at Paris Nord station.

Can I drive from Aachen to Metz?

Yes, the driving distance between Aachen to Metz is 217 km. It takes approximately 2h 58m to drive from Aachen to Metz.

How do I get a train ticket from Aachen to Metz?

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Where can I stay near Metz?

There are 220+ hotels available in Metz.

Aachen to Metz - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Aachen to Metz by train, bus, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Aachen Hbf to Paris Nordtrain Thalys
2. Take the train from Paris Est to Metz Villetrain Tgv / ...
5h 20m
Drive 217.3 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Aachen to Metzcar 217.3 km
2h 58m
€34–48
Bus
1. Take the bus from Aachen, Elisenbrunnen to Maastricht, Station Maastrichtbus 350
2. Take the bus from Maastricht to Metzbus FlixBus N473
6h 21m
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Aachen, Hbf to Liège, Guillemins Bftrain 79
2. Take the train from Liège-Guillemins to Luxembourgtrain Ic
3. Take the bus from Luxembourg, P+R Bouillon to Metzbus 834
5h 47m

Questions & Answers

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Distance: 771.7 km
Duration: 5h 20m

What companies run services between Aachen, Germany and Metz, France?

You can take a train from Aachen Hbf to Metz Ville via Paris Nord and Paris Est in around 5h 20m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Aachen, Elisenbrunnen to Metz via Maastricht, Station Maastricht and Maastricht in around 6h 21m.

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