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

The cheapest way to get from Lyon to Metz is to rideshare which costs €29 and takes 5h 23m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lyon to Metz is to drive which takes 4h 15m and costs €65 - €100.

Is there a direct bus between Lyon and Metz?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Lyon and arriving at Metz. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Lyon and Metz?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Lyon Part Dieu and arriving at Metz Ville. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 8m.

How far is it from Lyon to Metz?

The distance between Lyon and Metz is 648 km. The road distance is 446.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Lyon to Metz without a car is to train which takes 5h 8m and costs €70 - €200.

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

The train from Lyon Part Dieu to Metz Ville takes 5h 8m including transfers and departs three times a day.

Where do I catch the Lyon to Metz bus from?

Lyon to Metz bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Lyon station.

Where do I catch the Lyon to Metz train from?

Lyon to Metz train services, operated by TGV inOui, depart from Lyon Part Dieu station.

Train or bus from Lyon to Metz?

The best way to get from Lyon to Metz is to train which takes 5h 8m and costs €70 - €200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €28 - €70 and takes 6h 5m.

Where does the Lyon to Metz bus arrive?

Lyon to Metz bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Metz station.

Where does the Lyon to Metz train arrive?

Lyon to Metz train services, operated by TGV inOui, arrive at Metz Ville station.

Can I drive from Lyon to Metz?

Yes, the driving distance between Lyon to Metz is 446 km. It takes approximately 4h 15m to drive from Lyon to Metz.

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

Book your Lyon to Metz train tickets online with Omio.

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

Book your Lyon to Metz bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Metz?

There are 783+ hotels available in Metz.

Can I share a ride from Lyon to Metz?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Lyon and Metz. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Lyon to Metz - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, plane, and rideshare

There are 6 ways to get from Lyon to Metz by train (TGV), bus, car, plane, train, or rideshare

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train (TGV)
best
1. Take the train from Lyon Part Dieu to Metz VilleTgv
5h 8m
€70–200
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Lyon to MetzN235 / ...
6h 5m
€28–70
Drive 446.2 km
1. Drive from Lyon to Metz446.2 km
4h 15m
€68–98
Fly, train
1. Fly from Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport (LYS) to Strasbourg International Airport (SXB)LYS - SXB
2. Take the train from Strasbourg to Metz Ville
5h 30m
€143–284
Bus via Lyon - St. Exupéry Airport T1 Bus Stop
1. Take the bus from Lyon - St. Exupéry Airport T1 Bus Stop to Metz - Bus StationBlaBlaCar Bus
9h 42m
€55–90
Rideshare
1. Take the rideshare from Lyon to Metz445.9 km
5h 23m
€29

Lyon to Metz by train (TGV)

23Weekly Trains

5h 8mAverage Duration

€70Cheapest Price

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Distance: 648.3 km
Duration: 5h 8m

What companies run services between Lyon, France and Metz, France?

TGV inOui operates a train from Lyon Part Dieu to Metz Ville 3 times a day. Tickets cost €70–200 and the journey takes 5h 8m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Lyon to Metz once daily. Tickets cost €28–70 and the journey takes 6h 5m. BlaBlaCar Bus also services this route 6 times a week.

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