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

The cheapest way to get from Frechen to Metz is to bus which costs €22 - €45 and takes 6h 39m.

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

The fastest way to get from Frechen to Metz is to drive which takes 2h 41m and costs €35 - €55.

Is there a direct train between Frechen and Metz?

No, there is no direct train from Frechen to Metz. However, there are services departing from Köln Weiden West and arriving at Metz Ville via Köln Messe/Deutz Bf, Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof and Forbach. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 16m.

How far is it from Frechen to Metz?

The distance between Frechen and Metz is 459 km. The road distance is 243.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Frechen to Metz without a car is to train which takes 6h 16m and costs €75 - €250.

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

It takes approximately 6h 16m to get from Frechen to Metz, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Frechen to Metz train from?

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

Train or bus from Frechen to Metz?

The best way to get from Frechen to Metz is to train which takes 6h 16m and costs €75 - €250. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €22 - €45 and takes 6h 39m.

Where does the Frechen to Metz train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Frechen to Metz?

Yes, the driving distance between Frechen to Metz is 243 km. It takes approximately 2h 41m to drive from Frechen to Metz.

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

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

There are 5 ways to get from Frechen 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
6h 16m
€78–247
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 39m
€23–43
Drive 243.4 km
1. Drive from Frechen to Metzcar 243.4 km
2h 41m
€39–55
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Liblar Erftstadt Bf to Trier, Hauptbahnhoftrain Re22
2. Take the bus from Trier central train station to Metzbus N1335
7h 20m
€37–57
Train, bus via Luxembourg
1. Take the train from Liblar Erftstadt 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
9h 25m
€32–47

Frechen to Metz by train

2Weekly Trains

6h 16mAverage Duration

€78Cheapest Price

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Distance: 458.9 km
Duration: 6h 16m

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

You can take a train from Köln Weiden West to Metz Ville via Köln Messe/Deutz Bf, Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof, Forbach(F), and Forbach in around 6h 16m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Frechen Rathaus to Metz via Max-Ernst-Museum/Brühl Bf, Bruehl, Bonn Un Campus, Bonn UN Campus, and Saarbrücken bus station in around 6h 39m.

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