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

The cheapest way to get from Calais to Metz is to bus which costs €35 - €85 and takes 8h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Calais to Metz is to drive which takes 4h 8m and costs €65 - €100.

Is there a direct bus between Calais and Metz?

No, there is no direct bus from Calais to Metz. However, there are services departing from Calais and arriving at Metz via Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Calais and Metz?

No, there is no direct train from Calais to Metz. However, there are services departing from Calais Ville and arriving at Metz Ville via Lille Flandres and Paris Est. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 47m.

How far is it from Calais to Metz?

The distance between Calais and Metz is 641 km. The road distance is 446.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Calais to Metz without a car is to train via Paris which takes 5h 47m and costs €90 - €290.

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

It takes approximately 5h 47m to get from Calais to Metz, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Calais to Metz bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Calais to Metz train from?

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

Train or bus from Calais to Metz?

The best way to get from Calais to Metz is to train via Paris which takes 5h 47m and costs €90 - €290. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €35 - €85 and takes 8h 30m.

Where does the Calais to Metz bus arrive?

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

Where does the Calais to Metz train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Calais to Metz?

Yes, the driving distance between Calais to Metz is 447 km. It takes approximately 4h 8m to drive from Calais to Metz.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Metz?

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Calais to Metz - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Calais to Metz by train (TGV), 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 via Paris
best
1. Take the train from Calais Ville to Lille FlandresTer
2. Take the train from Lille Flandres to Paris NordTgv
3. Take the train from Paris Est to Metz VilleTgv
5h 47m
€92–282
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Calais to Paris700 / ...
2. Take the bus from Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) to MetzN215 / ...
8h 30m
€39–83
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Calais Ville to Lille FlandresTer
2. Take the bus from Lille - Europe Train Station to Metz - Bus StationBlaBlaCar Bus
8h 26m
€42–127
Drive 446.8 km
1. Drive from Calais to Metz446.8 km
4h 8m
€68–99
Train
1. Take the train from Calais Ville to Lille FlandresTer
2. Take the train from Lille Europe to Lorraine TgvTgv
6h 19m
€97–205

Calais to Metz by train and foot

60Weekly Services

5h 47mAverage Duration

€92Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 640.7 km
Duration: 5h 47m

What companies run services between Calais, France and Metz, France?

You can take a train from Calais Ville to Metz Ville via Lille Flandres, Paris Nord, and Paris Est in around 5h 47m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Calais to Metz via Paris and Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) in around 8h 30m.

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