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

The cheapest way to get from Heidelberg to Metz is to bus which costs €18 - €35 and takes 2h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Heidelberg to Metz is to drive which takes 1h 58m and costs €30 - €50.

Is there a direct bus between Heidelberg and Metz?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Heidelberg and arriving at Metz - Bus Station station. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Heidelberg and Metz?

No, there is no direct train from Heidelberg to Metz. However, there are services departing from Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof and arriving at Metz Ville via Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof and Strasbourg. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 34m.

How far is it from Heidelberg to Metz?

The distance between Heidelberg and Metz is 215 km. The road distance is 218.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Heidelberg to Metz without a car is to bus which takes 2h 30m and costs €18 - €35.

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

The bus from Heidelberg to Metz - Bus Station takes 2h 30m including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Heidelberg to Metz bus from?

Heidelberg to Metz bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, depart from Heidelberg station.

Where do I catch the Heidelberg to Metz train from?

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

Train or bus from Heidelberg to Metz?

The best way to get from Heidelberg to Metz is to bus which takes 2h 30m and costs €18 - €35. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €45 - €150 and takes 3h 34m.

Where does the Heidelberg to Metz bus arrive?

Heidelberg to Metz bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, arrive at Metz - Bus Station.

Where does the Heidelberg to Metz train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Heidelberg to Metz?

Yes, the driving distance between Heidelberg to Metz is 218 km. It takes approximately 1h 58m to drive from Heidelberg to Metz.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Metz?

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Heidelberg to Metz by bus, train (TGV), car, or train

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Bus
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1. Take the bus from Heidelberg to Metz - Bus Stationbus BlaBlaCar Bus
2h 30m
€18–35
Train
1. Take the train from Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof to Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhoftrain 55 / ...
2. Take the train from Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof to Strasbourg Bahnhoftrain 83 / ...
3. Take the train from Strasbourg to Metz Villetrain Tgv
3h 34m
€49–141
Drive 218.5 km
1. Drive from Heidelberg to Metzcar 218.5 km
1h 58m
€35–50
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof to Kaiserslautern, Hbftrain S2 / ...
2. Take the bus from Kaiserslautern central train station to Metzbus N90 / ...
4h 26m
€26–41

Heidelberg to Metz by train

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Distance: 215.4 km
Duration: 2h 30m

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

BlaBlaCar Bus operates a bus from Heidelberg to Metz - Bus Station once daily. Tickets cost €18–35 and the journey takes 2h 30m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Heidelberg, Hauptbahnhof to Metz Ville via Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof, Strasbourg Bahnhof, and Strasbourg in around 3h 34m.

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