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

The cheapest way to get from Essen to Metz is to bus which costs €29 - €55 and takes 7h 12m.

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

The fastest way to get from Essen to Metz is to drive which takes 3h 19m and costs €50 - €75.

Is there a direct train between Essen and Metz?

No, there is no direct train from Essen to Metz. However, there are services departing from Essen Hbf and arriving at Metz Ville via Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof and Forbach. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 20m.

How far is it from Essen to Metz?

The distance between Essen and Metz is 528 km. The road distance is 318.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Essen to Metz without a car is to train which takes 6h 20m and costs €95 - €270.

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

It takes approximately 6h 20m to get from Essen to Metz, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Essen to Metz train from?

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

Train or bus from Essen to Metz?

The best way to get from Essen to Metz is to train which takes 6h 20m and costs €95 - €270. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €29 - €55 and takes 7h 12m.

Where does the Essen to Metz train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Essen to Metz?

Yes, the driving distance between Essen to Metz is 318 km. It takes approximately 3h 19m to drive from Essen to Metz.

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

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Where can I stay near Metz?

There are 791+ hotels available in Metz.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Essen 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 Essen Hbf 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
6h 20m
€95–269
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Essen central train station to Thionvillebus 181 / ...
7h 12m
€30–53
Drive 318.4 km
1. Drive from Essen to Metzcar 318.4 km
3h 19m
€51–73
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Essen Hbf to Koeln Messe/Deutztrain Re
2. Take the train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Trier, Hauptbahnhoftrain
3. Take the bus from Trier central train station to Metzbus
8h 31m
€55–95

Essen to Metz by train

2Weekly Trains

6h 20mAverage Duration

€95Cheapest Price

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Distance: 528.2 km
Duration: 6h 20m

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

You can take a train from Essen Hbf to Metz Ville via Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof, Forbach(F), and Forbach in around 6h 20m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Essen central train station to Thionville twice daily. Tickets cost €25–45 and the journey takes 6h 10m.

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