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

The cheapest way to get from Cardiff to Metz is to bus which costs €45 - €110 and takes 16h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cardiff to Metz is to train and fly which takes 7h 41m and costs €110 - €370.

Is there a direct bus between Cardiff and Metz?

No, there is no direct bus from Cardiff to Metz. However, there are services departing from Park Place and arriving at Metz via London Victoria and Luxembourg, P+R Bouillon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 16h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Cardiff and Metz?

No, there is no direct train from Cardiff to Metz. However, there are services departing from Cardiff Central and arriving at Metz Ville via Paddington, London St Pancras Intl and Paris Est. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 56m.

How far is it from Cardiff to Metz?

The distance between Cardiff and Metz is 1001 km.

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

The best way to get from Cardiff to Metz without a car is to train which takes 7h 56m and costs €170 - €650.

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

It takes approximately 7h 56m to get from Cardiff to Metz, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Metz bus from?

Cardiff to Metz bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Park Place station.

Where do I catch the Cardiff to Metz train from?

Cardiff to Metz train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Cardiff Central station.

Train or bus from Cardiff to Metz?

The best way to get from Cardiff to Metz is to train which takes 7h 56m and costs €170 - €650. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €45 - €110 and takes 16h 5m.

Where does the Cardiff to Metz bus arrive?

Cardiff to Metz bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals.

What is the time difference between Cardiff and Metz?

Metz is 1h ahead of Cardiff. It is currently 6:51 PM in Cardiff and 7:51 PM in Metz.

Where does the Cardiff to Metz train arrive?

Cardiff to Metz train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at London Paddington station.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Metz?

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Cardiff to Metz - 11 ways to travel via train, bus, car, Eurotunnel, and plane

There are 11 ways to get from Cardiff to Metz by train (Eurostar, TGV), bus, car, car train, train, plane, or car ferry

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 Cardiff Central to London Paddington
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Paris NordEil
3. Take the train from Paris Est to Metz VilleTgv
7h 56m
€179–619
Bus via Lille
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kingsway GD to London Victoria
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Lille
3. Take the bus from Lille - Europe Train Station to Metz - Bus Station
19h 30m
€42–248
Bus
1. Take the bus from Park Place to London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals507 / ...
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Luxembourg P+R Bouillon
3. Take the bus from Luxembourg, P+R Bouillon to Metz834
16h 5m
€50–104
Drive, Eurotunnel
1. Drive from Cardiff to Folkestone
2. Take the car train from Folkestone to Calais-Fréthun
3. Drive from Calais-Fréthun to Metz
8h 36m
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Luxembourg, bus
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meads
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Luxembourg (LUX)BRS - LUX
3. Take the bus from Kirchberg, Réimerwee to Thionville, Foch Kiosque
9h 22m
€99–249
Drive, car ferry
1. Drive from Cardiff to Port of Dover
2. Take the car ferry from Port of Dover to Calais
3. Drive from Calais to Metz
9h 38m
€163–236
Fly Cardiff Airport to Luxembourg, bus
1. Fly from Cardiff Airport (CWL) to Luxembourg (LUX)CWL - LUX
2. Take the bus from Kirchberg, Réimerwee to Thionville, Foch Kiosque
10h 8m
€103–324
Train to London City Airport, fly to Luxembourg, bus
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to London Paddington
2. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Luxembourg (LUX)LCY - LUX
3. Take the bus from Kirchberg, Réimerwee to Thionville, Foch Kiosque
8h 53m
€155–464
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Luxembourg, bus
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to London Paddington
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Luxembourg (LUX)LHR - LUX
3. Take the bus from Kirchberg, Réimerwee to Thionville, Foch Kiosque
8h 42m
€132–449
Train to Bristol Airport, fly to Paris Charles De Gaulle Airport, train
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to Bristol Temple Meads
2. Fly from Bristol Airport (BRS) to Paris Charles De Gaulle Airport (CDG)BRS - CDG
3. Take the train from Paris Est to Metz Ville
7h 41m
€118–362
Train to London Stansted Airport, fly to Luxembourg, bus
1. Take the train from Cardiff Central to London Paddington
2. Fly from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Luxembourg (LUX)STN - LUX
3. Take the bus from Kirchberg, Réimerwee to Thionville, Foch Kiosque
9h 34m
€128–348

Cardiff to Metz by train, subway, and foot

60Weekly Services

7h 56mAverage Duration

€179Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,000.8 km
Duration: 7h 56m

What companies run services between Cardiff, Wales and Metz, France?

You can take a train from Cardiff Central to Metz Ville via London Paddington, Paddington, King's Cross St. Pancras station, London St Pancras Intl, Paris Nord, and Paris Est in around 7h 56m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Park Place to Metz via London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, London Victoria, and Luxembourg, P+R Bouillon in around 16h 5m.

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