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

The cheapest way to get from Metz to Basel is to rideshare which costs SFr 19 and takes 3h 29m.

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

The fastest way to get from Metz to Basel is to train which takes 3h 3m and costs SFr 45 - SFr 95.

Is there a direct bus between Metz and Basel?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Metz - Bus Station station and arriving at Basel, Meret Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB). Services depart five times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Metz and Basel?

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

How far is it from Metz to Basel?

The distance between Metz and Basel is 296 km. The road distance is 247.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Metz to Basel without a car is to train which takes 3h 3m and costs SFr 45 - SFr 95.

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

It takes approximately 3h 3m to get from Metz to Basel, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Metz to Basel bus from?

Metz to Basel bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, depart from Metz - Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Metz to Basel train from?

Metz to Basel train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), depart from Metz Ville station.

Train or bus from Metz to Basel?

The best way to get from Metz to Basel is to train which takes 3h 3m and costs SFr 45 - SFr 95. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 21 - SFr 45 and takes 4h 45m.

Where does the Metz to Basel bus arrive?

Metz to Basel bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, arrive at Basel, Meret Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB) station.

Where does the Metz to Basel train arrive?

Metz to Basel train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), arrive at Strasbourg station.

Can I drive from Metz to Basel?

Yes, the driving distance between Metz to Basel is 248 km. It takes approximately 3h 19m to drive from Metz to Basel.

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

Book your Metz to Basel train tickets online with Omio.

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

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

Where can I stay near Basel?

There are 1339+ hotels available in Basel.

Can I share a ride from Metz to Basel?

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

Metz to Basel - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, plane, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Metz to Basel by train (TGV), bus, rideshare, train, plane, 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 Metz Ville to Strasbourgtrain Ter / ...
2. Take the train from Strasbourg to Basel Sbbtrain Ter
3h 3m
CHF 46–94
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Metz to Baselrideshare 241.8 km
3h 29m
CHF 19
Bus
1. Take the bus from Metz - Bus Station to Basel, Meret Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB)bus BlaBlaCar Bus
4h 45m
CHF 21–45
Train, fly
1. Take the train from Metz Ville to Luxembourgtrain
2. Fly from Luxembourg (LUX) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)plane LUX - ZRH
3. Take the train from Zürich HB to Basel SBBtrain
5h 2m
CHF 133–410
Drive 247.7 km
1. Drive from Metz to Baselcar 247.7 km
3h 19m
CHF 41–59

Metz to Basel by train

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3h 3mAverage Duration

CHF 46Cheapest Price

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Distance: 295.7 km
Duration: 3h 3m

What companies run services between Metz, France and Basel, Switzerland?

You can take a train from Metz Ville to Basel Sbb via Strasbourg in around 3h 3m. Alternatively, BlaBlaCar Bus operates a bus from Metz - Bus Station to Basel, Meret Oppenheim-Strasse (Bahnhof SBB) 4 times a day. Tickets cost CHF 24–45 and the journey takes 4h 45m. FlixBus also services this route 6 times a week.

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