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

The cheapest way to get from Frechen to Metz is to train and bus via Luxembourg which costs €30 - €45 and takes 9h 34m.

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, Saarbrücken Hbf and Forbach. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 53m.

How far is it from Frechen to Metz?

The distance between Frechen and Metz is 332 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 bus which takes 6h 43m and costs €30 - €55.

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

It takes approximately 6h 43m 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 bus which takes 6h 43m and costs €30 - €55. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €75 - €170 and takes 6h 53m.

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.

Where can I stay near Metz?

There are 781+ hotels available in Metz.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Frechen to Metz by bus, train, 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.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Cologne Airport CGN to Saarbrücken bus stationbus N11 / ...
2. Take the bus from Saarbrücken bus station to Metzbus N90 / ...
6h 43m
€31–54
Train
1. Take the train from Köln Messe/Deutz Bf to Mannheim, Hauptbahnhoftrain 47 / ...
2. Take the train from Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof to Saarbrücken Hbftrain 82 / ...
3. Take the train from Forbach to Metz Villetrain Ter
6h 53m
€80–170
Drive 243.4 km
1. Drive from Frechen to Metzcar 243.4 km
2h 41m
€38–55
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Liblar Erftstadt Bf to Kall Bftrain
2. Take the train from Kall Bf to Trier, Hauptbahnhoftrain
3. Take the bus from Trier central train station to Metzbus
7h 32m
€38–61
Train, bus via Luxembourg
1. Take the train from Liblar Erftstadt Bf to Kall Bftrain
2. Take the train from Kall Bf to Trier, Hauptbahnhoftrain
3. Take the bus from Trier, Hauptbahnhof to Kirchberg, Gare routière Luxexpobus 303
4. Take the bus from Kirchberg, Gare routière Luxexpo to Thionville, Foch Kiosquebus 501
9h 34m
€31–44

Frechen to Metz by train and bus

12Weekly Services

6h 43mAverage Duration

€31Cheapest Price

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Distance: 332.4 km
Duration: 6h 43m

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

You can take a train from Köln Lövenich Bf Lövenich to Metz via Flughafen Köln/Bonn Bf, Cologne Airport CGN, and Saarbrücken bus station in around 6h 43m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Köln Weiden West to Metz Ville via Köln Messe/Deutz Bf, Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof, Saarbrücken Hbf, Forbach(F), and Forbach in around 6h 53m.

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