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

The cheapest way to get from Cologne to Metz is to bus which costs €25 - €45 and takes 6h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cologne to Metz is to drive which takes 2h 47m and costs €35 - €60.

Is there a direct train between Cologne and Metz?

No, there is no direct train from Cologne to Metz. However, there are services departing from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf and arriving at Metz Ville via Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof and Forbach. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 26m.

How far is it from Cologne to Metz?

The distance between Cologne and Metz is 447 km. The road distance is 249.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Cologne to Metz without a car is to train which takes 5h 26m and costs €75 - €220.

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

It takes approximately 5h 26m to get from Cologne to Metz, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Metz train from?

Cologne to Metz train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf station.

Train or bus from Cologne to Metz?

The best way to get from Cologne to Metz is to train which takes 5h 26m and costs €75 - €220. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €25 - €45 and takes 6h 5m.

Where does the Cologne to Metz train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Cologne to Metz?

Yes, the driving distance between Cologne to Metz is 249 km. It takes approximately 2h 47m to drive from Cologne to Metz.

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

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Where can I stay near Metz?

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

There are 5 ways to get from Cologne 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 Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Mannheim, Hauptbahnhoftrain 47 / ...
2. Take the train from Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof to Forbach(F)train 82
3. Take the train from Forbach to Metz Villetrain Ter
5h 26m
€79–212
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bonn UN Campus to Saarbrücken bus stationbus FlixBus N11
2. Take the bus from Saarbrücken bus station to Metzbus N90 / ...
6h 5m
€26–44
Drive 249.5 km
1. Drive from Cologne to Metzcar 249.5 km
2h 47m
€40–57
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Köln Süd Bf to Trier, Hauptbahnhoftrain Re22
2. Take the bus from Trier central train station to Metzbus N1335
5h 58m
€41–64
Train, bus via Luxembourg
1. Take the train from Köln Süd Bf to Trier, Hauptbahnhoftrain
2. Take the bus from Trier, Hauptbahnhof to Kirchberg, Hugo Gernsbackbus 303
3. Take the bus from Kirchberg, Gare routière Luxexpo to Thionville, Foch Kiosquebus 501
8h 3m
€37–55

Cologne to Metz by train

2Weekly Trains

5h 26mAverage Duration

€79Cheapest Price

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Distance: 446.8 km
Duration: 5h 26m

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

You can take a train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Metz Ville via Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof, Forbach(F), and Forbach in around 5h 26m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Koeln Sued to Metz via Bonn Un Campus, Bonn UN Campus, and Saarbrücken bus station in around 6h 5m.

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