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

The cheapest way to get from Metz to Carcassonne is to train and bus which costs €45 - €190 and takes 15h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Metz to Carcassonne is to train and fly which takes 6h 15m and costs €100 - €290.

Is there a direct bus between Metz and Carcassonne?

No, there is no direct bus from Metz to Carcassonne. However, there are services departing from Metz and arriving at Carcassonne via Valence. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Metz and Carcassonne?

No, there is no direct train from Metz to Carcassonne. However, there are services departing from Metz Ville and arriving at Carcassonne via Montpellier Saint-Roch. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 21m.

How far is it from Metz to Carcassonne?

The distance between Metz and Carcassonne is 1209 km. The road distance is 889.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Metz to Carcassonne without a car is to train via Paris which takes 8h 45m and costs €110 - €400.

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

It takes approximately 8h 45m to get from Metz to Carcassonne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Metz to Carcassonne bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Metz to Carcassonne train from?

Metz to Carcassonne train services, operated by TGV inOui, depart from Metz Ville station.

Train or bus from Metz to Carcassonne?

The best way to get from Metz to Carcassonne is to train via Paris which takes 8h 45m and costs €110 - €400. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €65 - €160 and takes 12h 25m.

Where does the Metz to Carcassonne bus arrive?

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

Where does the Metz to Carcassonne train arrive?

Metz to Carcassonne train services, operated by TGV inOui, arrive at Montpellier Saint-Roch station.

Can I drive from Metz to Carcassonne?

Yes, the driving distance between Metz to Carcassonne is 889 km. It takes approximately 8h 17m to drive from Metz to Carcassonne.

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

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

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

Where can I stay near Carcassonne?

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Metz to Carcassonne - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 8 ways to get from Metz to Carcassonne by train (TGV), bus, car, train, or plane

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

Train via Paris
best
1. Take the train from Metz Ville to Paris EstTgv
2. Take the train from Paris Gare De Lyon to Montpellier Saint-RochTgv
3. Take the train from Montpellier Saint-Roch to CarcassonneTer
8h 45m
€114–391
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Metz Ville to NancyTer
2. Take the bus from Nancy - Quai Sainte-Catherine to Perpignan - Bus Station
3. Take the bus from Perpignan - Bus Station to Carcassonne
15h 21m
€48–189
Bus
1. Take the bus from Metz to ValenceN235 / ...
2. Take the bus from Valence to CarcassonneFlixBus N716
12h 25m
€67–155
Drive 889.1 km
1. Drive from Metz to Carcassonne889.1 km
8h 17m
€136–196
Train to Strasbourg International Airport, fly to Toulouse-Blagnac Airport, train
1. Take the train from Metz Ville to Strasbourg
2. Fly from Strasbourg International Airport (SXB) to Toulouse-Blagnac Airport (TLS)SXB - TLS
3. Take the train from Toulouse Matabiau to Carcassonne
6h 15m
€100–282
Train
1. Take the train from Metz Ville to Montpellier Saint-RochTgv
2. Take the train from Montpellier Saint-Roch to CarcassonneIntercités / ...
9h 21m
€99–283
Train to Luxembourg, fly to Toulouse-Blagnac Airport, train
1. Take the train from Metz Ville to Luxembourg
2. Fly from Luxembourg (LUX) to Toulouse-Blagnac Airport (TLS)LUX - TLS
3. Take the train from Toulouse Matabiau to Carcassonne
7h 2m
€88–270
Train to Luxembourg, fly to Fréjorgues Airport, train
1. Take the train from Metz Ville to Luxembourg
2. Fly from Luxembourg (LUX) to Fréjorgues Airport (MPL)LUX - MPL
3. Take the train from Montpellier Saint-Roch to Carcassonne
8h 47m
€134–387

Metz to Carcassonne by train and bus

55Weekly Services

8h 45mAverage Duration

€114Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Metz to Carcassonne.

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Distance: 1,208.6 km
Duration: 8h 45m

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

You can take a train from Metz Ville to Carcassonne via Paris Est, Gare de l'Est, Gare de Lyon - Diderot, Paris Gare De Lyon, and Montpellier Saint-Roch in around 8h 45m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Metz to Carcassonne via Valence in around 12h 25m.

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