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

The cheapest way to get from Basel to Metz is to bus which costs €12 - €19 and takes 4h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Basel to Metz is to drive which takes 3h 11m and costs €40 - €65.

Is there a direct bus between Basel and Metz?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Basel SBB and arriving at Metz. Services depart five times a week, and operate Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 4h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Basel and Metz?

No, there is no direct train from Basel to Metz. However, there are services departing from St Louis and arriving at Metz Ville via Strasbourg. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 30m.

How far is it from Basel to Metz?

The distance between Basel and Metz is 289 km. The road distance is 248.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Basel to Metz without a car is to train which takes 3h 30m and costs €55 - €75.

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

It takes approximately 3h 30m to get from Basel to Metz, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Basel to Metz bus from?

Basel to Metz bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Basel SBB station.

Where do I catch the Basel to Metz train from?

Basel to Metz train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), depart from St Louis station.

Train or bus from Basel to Metz?

The best way to get from Basel to Metz is to train which takes 3h 30m and costs €55 - €75. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €12 - €19 and takes 4h 45m.

Where does the Basel to Metz bus arrive?

Basel to Metz bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Metz station.

Where does the Basel to Metz train arrive?

Basel to Metz train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), arrive at Strasbourg station.

Can I drive from Basel to Metz?

Yes, the driving distance between Basel to Metz is 248 km. It takes approximately 3h 11m to drive from Basel to Metz.

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

Book your Basel to Metz train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Basel to Metz?

Book your Basel to Metz bus tickets online with Omio, FlixBus and Distribusion.

Where can I stay near Metz?

There are 783+ hotels available in Metz.

Can I share a ride from Basel to Metz?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Basel and Metz. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Basel to Metz - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Basel to Metz by train (TGV), bus, rideshare, 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 St Louis to StrasbourgTer
2. Take the train from Strasbourg to Metz VilleTer / ...
3h 30m
€58–74
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Basel SBB to MetzN473
4h 45m
€12–19
Rideshare
1. Take the rideshare from Basel to Metz248.9 km
3h 29m
€23
Train via Offenburg
1. Take the train from Basel SBB to Offenburg Bahnhof20 / ...
2. Take the train from Strasbourg to Metz VilleTer / ...
4h 32m
€62–103
Bus via Basel Euroairport FR
1. Take the bus from Basel Euroairport FR to MetzN839
5h 8m
€22–49
Drive 248.5 km
1. Drive from Basel to Metz248.5 km
3h 11m
€43–62

Basel to Metz by train

32Weekly Trains

3h 30mAverage Duration

€58Cheapest Price

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Distance: 288.7 km
Duration: 3h 30m

What companies run services between Basel, Switzerland and Metz, France?

You can take a train from St Louis to Metz Ville via Strasbourg in around 3h 30m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Basel SBB to Metz 5 times a week. Tickets cost €25–35 and the journey takes 4h 45m. Union Ivkoni also services this route once a week.

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