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

The cheapest way to get from Mainz to Metz is to bus which costs €17 - €25 and takes 3h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Mainz to Metz is to drive which takes 1h 51m and costs €30 - €50.

Is there a direct bus between Mainz and Metz?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Mainz central train station station and arriving at Metz. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Mainz and Metz?

No, there is no direct train from Mainz to Metz. However, there are services departing from Mainz, Hauptbahnhof and arriving at Metz Ville via Saarbrücken Hbf and Forbach. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 39m.

How far is it from Mainz to Metz?

The distance between Mainz and Metz is 214 km. The road distance is 210.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Mainz to Metz without a car is to bus which takes 3h 10m and costs €17 - €25.

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

The bus from Mainz central train station to Metz takes 3h 10m including transfers and departs three times a day.

Where do I catch the Mainz to Metz bus from?

Mainz to Metz bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Mainz central train station.

Where do I catch the Mainz to Metz train from?

Mainz to Metz train services, operated by vlexx, depart from Mainz, Hauptbahnhof station.

Train or bus from Mainz to Metz?

The best way to get from Mainz to Metz is to bus which takes 3h 10m and costs €17 - €25. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €50 - €70 and takes 4h 39m.

Where does the Mainz to Metz bus arrive?

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

Where does the Mainz to Metz train arrive?

Mainz to Metz train services, operated by vlexx, arrive at Saarbrücken Hbf station.

Can I drive from Mainz to Metz?

Yes, the driving distance between Mainz to Metz is 210 km. It takes approximately 1h 51m to drive from Mainz to Metz.

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

Book your Mainz to Metz train tickets online with Omio.

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

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

Where can I stay near Metz?

There are 789+ hotels available in Metz.

Mainz to Metz - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Mainz 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 Mainz central train station to MetzN90 / ...
3h 10m
€17–25
Train
1. Take the train from Mainz, Hauptbahnhof to Saarbrücken HbfRe3 / ...
2. Take the train from Forbach to Metz VilleTer
4h 39m
€52–67
Drive 210.2 km
1. Drive from Mainz to Metz210.2 km
1h 51m
€32–47

Mainz to Metz by bus

19Weekly Buses

3h 10mAverage Duration

€17Cheapest Price

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Distance: 214 km
Duration: 3h 10m

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

FlixBus operates a bus from Mainz central train station to Metz 3 times a day. Tickets cost €17–25 and the journey takes 3h 10m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Mainz, Hauptbahnhof to Metz Ville via Saarbrücken Hbf, Forbach(F), and Forbach in around 4h 39m.

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