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

The cheapest way to get from Metz to Karlsruhe is to bus which costs €15 - €35 and takes 3h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Metz to Karlsruhe is to drive which takes 2h 19m and costs €30 - €45.

Is there a direct bus between Metz and Karlsruhe?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Metz and arriving at Karlsruhe central train station station. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Metz and Karlsruhe?

No, there is no direct train from Metz to Karlsruhe. However, there are services departing from Metz Ville and arriving at Karlsruhe Hbf via Strasbourg. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 6m.

How far is it from Metz to Karlsruhe?

The distance between Metz and Karlsruhe is 233 km. The road distance is 201.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Metz to Karlsruhe without a car is to train which takes 3h 6m and costs €35 - €130.

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

It takes approximately 3h 6m to get from Metz to Karlsruhe, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Metz to Karlsruhe bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Metz to Karlsruhe train from?

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

Train or bus from Metz to Karlsruhe?

The best way to get from Metz to Karlsruhe is to train which takes 3h 6m and costs €35 - €130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €15 - €35 and takes 3h 20m.

Where does the Metz to Karlsruhe bus arrive?

Metz to Karlsruhe bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Karlsruhe central train station.

Where does the Metz to Karlsruhe train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Metz to Karlsruhe?

Yes, the driving distance between Metz to Karlsruhe is 202 km. It takes approximately 2h 19m to drive from Metz to Karlsruhe.

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

Book your Metz to Karlsruhe train tickets online with Omio.

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

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

Where can I stay near Karlsruhe?

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

There are 4 ways to get from Metz to Karlsruhe by train (TGV), bus, 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 Karlsruhe Hbftrain Ice / ...
3h 6m
€39–121
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Metz to Karlsruhe central train stationbus N236 / ...
3h 20m
€15–35
Drive 201.7 km
1. Drive from Metz to Karlsruhecar 201.7 km
2h 19m
€31–45
Bus via Strasbourg
1. Take the bus from Metz to Strasbourgbus N136 / ...
2. Take the bus from Strasbourg to Karlsruhe central train stationbus FlixBus 108 / ...
3h 55m
€15–49

Metz to Karlsruhe by train

45Weekly Trains

3h 6mAverage Duration

€39Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Metz to Karlsruhe.

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Distance: 232.5 km
Duration: 3h 6m

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

You can take a train from Metz Ville to Karlsruhe Hbf via Strasbourg in around 3h 6m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Metz to Karlsruhe central train station 3 times a day. Tickets cost €15–27 and the journey takes 3h 20m. BlaBlaCar Bus also services this route once daily.

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