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

The cheapest way to get from Metz to Cologne is to bus which costs €26 - €50 and takes 5h 21m.

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

The fastest way to get from Metz to Cologne is to drive which takes 2h 48m and costs €35 - €60.

Is there a direct train between Metz and Cologne?

No, there is no direct train from Metz to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Metz Ville and arriving at Köln Messe/Deutz Bf via Strasbourg and Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 37m.

How far is it from Metz to Cologne?

The distance between Metz and Cologne is 311 km. The road distance is 249.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Metz to Cologne without a car is to bus which takes 5h 21m and costs €26 - €50.

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

It takes approximately 5h 21m to get from Metz to Cologne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Metz to Cologne train from?

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

Train or bus from Metz to Cologne?

The best way to get from Metz to Cologne is to bus which takes 5h 21m and costs €26 - €50. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €90 - €310 and takes 5h 37m.

Where does the Metz to Cologne train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Metz to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Metz to Cologne is 250 km. It takes approximately 2h 48m to drive from Metz to Cologne.

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

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Where can I stay near Cologne?

There are 1825+ hotels available in Cologne.

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

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

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 Metz to Saarbrücken bus stationbus N90 / ...
2. Take the bus from Saarbrücken bus station to Bonn UN Campusbus FlixBus N11
5h 21m
€26–47
Train
1. Take the train from Metz Ville to Strasbourgtrain Ter
2. Take the train from Strasbourg to Mannheim Hbftrain Ice / ...
3. Take the train from Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof to Köln Messe/Deutz Bftrain 47 / ...
5h 37m
€91–304
Drive 249.5 km
1. Drive from Metz to Colognecar 249.5 km
2h 48m
€40–57
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Metz Ville to Luxembourgtrain Ter
2. Take the bus from Luxembourg to Trier, Hauptbahnhofbus L32 / ...
3. Take the train from Trier, Hauptbahnhof to Köln Süd Bftrain
5h 45m

Metz to Cologne by bus and train

14Weekly Services

5h 21mAverage Duration

€26Cheapest Price

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Distance: 310.7 km
Duration: 5h 21m

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

You can take a bus from Metz to Koeln Sued via Saarbrücken bus station, Bonn UN Campus, and Bonn Un Campus in around 5h 21m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Metz Ville to Köln Messe/Deutz Bf via Strasbourg, Mannheim Hbf, and Mannheim, Hauptbahnhof in around 5h 37m.

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