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

The cheapest way to get from Bochum to Metz is to bus which costs €35 - €70 and takes 8h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Bochum to Metz is to drive which takes 3h 27m and costs €50 - €75.

Is there a direct train between Bochum and Metz?

No, there is no direct train from Bochum to Metz. However, there are services departing from Bochum Hbf and arriving at Metz Ville via Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof, Saarbrücken Hbf and Forbach. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 54m.

How far is it from Bochum to Metz?

The distance between Bochum and Metz is 546 km. The road distance is 328.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Bochum to Metz without a car is to train which takes 6h 54m and costs €65 - €180.

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

It takes approximately 6h 54m to get from Bochum to Metz, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bochum to Metz train from?

Bochum to Metz train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Bochum Hbf station.

Train or bus from Bochum to Metz?

The best way to get from Bochum to Metz is to train which takes 6h 54m and costs €65 - €180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €35 - €70 and takes 8h 55m.

Where does the Bochum to Metz train arrive?

Bochum to Metz train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof station.

Can I drive from Bochum to Metz?

Yes, the driving distance between Bochum to Metz is 329 km. It takes approximately 3h 27m to drive from Bochum to Metz.

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

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Where can I stay near Metz?

There are 786+ hotels available in Metz.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Bochum 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 Bochum Hbf to Mannheim, Hauptbahnhoftrain 43 / ...
2. Take the train from Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof to Saarbrücken Hbftrain 82 / ...
3. Take the train from Forbach to Metz Villetrain Ter
6h 54m
€67–174
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Essen central train station to Metz Nord Semecourtbus 180
8h 55m
€35–67
Drive 328.9 km
1. Drive from Bochum to Metzcar 328.9 km
3h 27m
€50–72
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Bochum Hbf to Köln Hbftrain 43 / ...
2. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Kall Bftrain
3. Take the train from Kall Bf to Trier, Hauptbahnhoftrain
4. Take the bus from Trier central train station to Metzbus
8h 15m
€59–115

Bochum to Metz by train

112Weekly Trains

6h 54mAverage Duration

€67Cheapest Price

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Distance: 546.5 km
Duration: 6h 54m

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

You can take a train from Bochum Hbf to Metz Ville via Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof, Saarbrücken Hbf, Forbach(F), and Forbach in around 6h 54m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Essen central train station to Metz Nord Semecourt once daily. Tickets cost €30–45 and the journey takes 6h 40m.

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