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

The cheapest way to get from Metz to Forbach is to bus which costs €27 - €40 and takes 4h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Metz to Forbach is to drive which takes 2h 26m and costs €30 - €50.

Is there a direct train between Metz and Forbach?

No, there is no direct train from Metz to Forbach. However, there are services departing from Metz Ville and arriving at Forbach(Schwarzw) via Strasbourg, Appenweier Bahnhof and Rastatt. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 16m.

How far is it from Metz to Forbach?

The distance between Metz and Forbach is 252 km. The road distance is 214.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Metz to Forbach without a car is to bus which takes 4h 4m and costs €27 - €40.

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

It takes approximately 4h 4m to get from Metz to Forbach, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Metz to Forbach train from?

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

Train or bus from Metz to Forbach?

The best way to get from Metz to Forbach is to bus which takes 4h 4m and costs €27 - €40. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €55 - €130 and takes 4h 16m.

Where does the Metz to Forbach train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Metz to Forbach?

Yes, the driving distance between Metz to Forbach is 214 km. It takes approximately 2h 26m to drive from Metz to Forbach.

Where can I stay near Forbach?

There are 1160+ hotels available in Forbach.

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

There are 3 ways to get from Metz to Forbach by bus, train (TGV), 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 Metz to Rastatt central bus stationbus 1923
4h 4m
€27–38
Train
1. Take the train from Metz Ville to Strasbourgtrain Ter
2. Take the train from Appenweier Bahnhof to Rastatttrain Re2 / ...
3. Take the train from Rastatt to Forbach(Schwarzw)train
4h 16m
€56–121
Drive 214.3 km
1. Drive from Metz to Forbachcar 214.3 km
2h 26m
€33–48

Metz to Forbach by bus and train

3Weekly Services

4h 4mAverage Duration

€27Cheapest Price

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Distance: 252.4 km
Duration: 4h 4m

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

FlixBus operates a bus from Metz to Rastatt central bus station 3 times a week. Tickets cost €19–27 and the journey takes 3h 5m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Metz Ville to Forbach(Schwarzw) via Strasbourg, Appenweier Bahnhof, and Rastatt in around 4h 16m.

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