There are 6 ways to get from Metz to Prague by train, plane, bus, night bus or car
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Recommended option
Train to Luxembourg, fly • 5h 21m
1 887 Kč - 6 880 Kč
Cheapest option
Bus • 9h 25m
500 Kč - 1 300 Kč
4 alternative options
Train to Basel, fly • 7h 6m
1 452 Kč - 6 042 Kč
Train • 12h 46m
4 167 Kč - 6 551 Kč
Night bus • 10h 35m
923 Kč - 1 183 Kč
Drive • 6h 25m
2 200 Kč - 3 300 Kč
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The cheapest way to get from Metz to Prague is to bus which costs 20€ - 50€ and takes 9h 25m.
The quickest way to get from Metz to Prague is to train and fly which costs 70€ - 260€ and takes 5h 21m.
Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Metz, gare rout. and arriving at Prague, Wilsonova. Services depart once daily, and operate Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Saturday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 9h 25m.
No, there is no direct train from Metz to Prague. However, there are services departing from Metz Ville and arriving at Praha Hlavni Nadrazi via Forbach, Frankfurt(Main)Hbf and Dresden Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 46m.
The distance between Metz and Prague is 604 km. The road distance is 706.7 km.
The best way to get from Metz to Prague without a car is to bus which takes 9h 25m and costs 20€ - 50€.
It takes approximately 5h 21m to get from Metz to Prague, including transfers.
Metz to Prague bus services, operated by RegioJet, depart from Metz, gare rout. station.
Metz to Prague train services, operated by SNCF, depart from Metz Ville station.
The best way to get from Metz to Prague is to bus which takes 9h 25m and costs 20€ - 50€. Alternatively, you can train, which costs 150€ - 250€ and takes 12h 46m.
- Distance: 603.7 km
- Duration: 5h 21m
What companies run services between Metz, France and Prague, Czech Republic?
RegioJet operates a bus from Metz, gare rout. to Prague, Wilsonova 5 times a week. Tickets cost 500 Kč - 750 Kč and the journey takes 9h 25m. Eurolines FR also services this route 4 times a week. Alternatively, you can take a train from Metz to Prague via Forbach, Frankfurt(Main)Hbf, and Dresden Hbf in around 12h 46m.
- Website
- lufthansa.com
Flights from Luxembourg to Prague via Frankfurt
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 5m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- 5 000 Kč - 18 000 Kč
Flights from Luxembourg to Prague via Munich
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 50m
- When
- Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday
- Estimated price
- 5 000 Kč - 18 000 Kč
Flights from Basel to Prague via Frankfurt
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 1m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- 4 500 Kč - 8 000 Kč
Flights from Basel to Prague via Munich
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 6m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- 4 500 Kč - 8 000 Kč
- Website
- luxair.lu
Flights from Luxembourg to Prague
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 25m
- When
- Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Sunday
- Estimated price
- 3 100 Kč - 7 000 Kč
Flights from Luxembourg to Prague via Frankfurt
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 5m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- 5 000 Kč - 18 000 Kč
- Website
- swiss.com
Flights from Luxembourg to Prague via Zurich
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 15m
- When
- Every day
- Estimated price
- 4 800 Kč - 18 000 Kč
- Website
- klm.com
Flights from Luxembourg to Prague via Amsterdam Schiphol
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 25m
- When
- Monday to Friday
- Estimated price
- 3 000 Kč - 10 000 Kč
- Website
- ryanair.com
Flights from Luxembourg to Prague via Milan Bergamo
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 40m
- When
- Monday and Friday
- Estimated price
- 1 500 Kč - 5 500 Kč
- Website
- easyjet.com
Flights from Basel to Prague
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 25m
- When
- Monday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday
- Estimated price
- 2 800 Kč - 7 500 Kč
- Website
- austrian.com
Flights from Basel to Prague via Vienna
- Ave. Duration
- 3h 35m
- When
- Monday to Friday
- Estimated price
- 3 500 Kč - 13 000 Kč
France’s state-owned railway company is a fast and efficient way of travelling around the country, with over 14,000 trains operating daily. SNCF runs the country’s extensive rail network, including the high-speed TGV network, regional TER trains and local Intercités. It also operates international routes including Eurostar and Thalys, as well as the low-cost, long-distance Ouigo services that run on limited routes across France. Book up to 3 months in advance for the cheapest fares. The railway network consists of about 32,000km in total, of which 1800km are high-speed lines and 14,500km are electrified.
Rome2rio's guide to SNCF
Contact Details
- Phone
- +33 9 70 60 99 70
- Website
- sncf.com
Train from Metz Ville to Luxembourg
- Ave. Duration
- 59 min
- Frequency
- Every 30 minutes
- Estimated price
- 240 Kč - 650 Kč
- Website
- en.oui.sncf
- 2nd Class
- 240 Kč - 350 Kč
- Rail 1st Class
- 430 Kč - 650 Kč
Train from Metz Ville to Forbach
- Ave. Duration
- 48 min
- Frequency
- Hourly
- Estimated price
- 260 Kč - 650 Kč
- Website
- en.oui.sncf
- 2nd Class
- 260 Kč - 380 Kč
- Rail 1st Class
- 450 Kč - 650 Kč
France’s high-speed TGV train network runs at speeds of up to 320km/h connecting major cities across France and into neighbouring countries. All TGV tickets include a seat reservation; seating is 1+2 in 1st class, 2+2 in 2nd class. Popular routes include Paris to Marseille and Paris to Strasbourg. Most TGVs have a cafe area, power points at each seat and WiFi.
Contact Details
- Phone
- 0033 892 353535
- Website
- en.oui.sncf
Train from Metz Ville to Luxembourg
- Ave. Duration
- 43 min
- Frequency
- 5 times a day
- Estimated price
- 550 Kč - 850 Kč
- Website
- Oui.SNCF
- 2nd Class
- 700 Kč - 850 Kč
- 1st Class
- 550 Kč - 650 Kč
Train from Metz Ville to Mulhouse Ville
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 51m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- 1 300 Kč - 1 600 Kč
- Website
- Oui.SNCF
- 2nd Class
- 1 300 Kč - 1 600 Kč
- 1st Class
- 1 300 Kč - 1 600 Kč
Train from Forbach to Frankfurt(Main)Hbf
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 11m
- Frequency
- Once daily
- Estimated price
- 1 200 Kč - 1 500 Kč
- Website
- Oui.SNCF
- 2nd Class
- 1 200 Kč - 1 500 Kč
- 1st Class
- 1 200 Kč - 1 400 Kč
- Phone
- +352 24 89 24 89
- Website
- cfl.lu
Train from Metz Ville to Mulhouse Ville
- Ave. Duration
- 1h 41m
- Frequency
- 3 times a day
- Estimated price
- 80 Kč
- Website
- Luxembourg Railways (CFL)
German rail company Deutsche Bahn is known for its efficient and comfortable service. It offers many different types of rail transportation, including ICE or Intercity-Express for high-speed services between major cities and regions, IC (InterCity) for long-distance trains, RE (Regional Express) trains that connect regions and cities, and the S-Bahn rapid transit service. There are two main tickets on offer: the Flexpreis that has full flexibility, and the Sparpreis which is the cheaper, advanced fare (bookings usually open 6 months in advance for domestic tickets).
Contact Details
- Phone
- +49 0180 6 99 66 33
- Website
- bahn.com
Train from Forbach to Frankfurt(Main)Hbf
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 9m
- Frequency
- 6 times a week
- Estimated price
- 1 100 Kč - 1 600 Kč
- Website
- Deutsche Bahn
Train from Frankfurt(Main)Hbf to Dresden Hbf
- Ave. Duration
- 4h 21m
- Frequency
- Every 4 hours
- Estimated price
- 2 200 Kč - 3 200 Kč
- Website
- Deutsche Bahn
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Deutsche Bahn’s EuroCity (EC) trains connect German cities to major cities in neighbouring European countries, and are operated in conjunction with their national train company. All EC trains offer First and Standard class; cars are air-conditioned and food and drinks are available onboard. Tickets can be booked up to 180 days in advance of travel. Seat reservations are not compulsory but are recommended for popular routes.
Contact Details
- Website
- bahn.com
Train from Dresden Hbf to Praha Hlavni Nadrazi
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 26m
- Frequency
- Every 3 hours
- Estimated price
- 600 Kč - 850 Kč
- Website
- reiseauskunft.bahn.de
Railjet trains operate domestically within Austria and also connect to major cities in Germany, Czech Republic, Italy, Switzerland and Hungary. This premium service runs at speeds of up to 230km/h and offers three travel classes (economy, first and business), all with free Wi-Fi and power sockets. Other amenities include a bistro-restaurant car and family zones. Seat reservations can be made up to 90 days prior to the train's departure (compulsory for all cross-border trains but not for domestic routes).
Contact Details
Train from Dresden Hbf to Praha Hlavni Nadrazi
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 21m
- Frequency
- Twice daily
- Estimated price
- 700 Kč - 1 100 Kč
- Website
- Railjet
- Phone
- +420 542 42 42 42
- info@regiojet.cz
- Website
- regiojet.com
Bus from Metz, gare rout. to Prague, Wilsonova
- Ave. Duration
- 9h 25m
- Frequency
- 5 times a week
- Estimated price
- 500 Kč - 750 Kč
- Website
- RegioJet
Eurolines is a network of coach companies that operate throughout Europe plus Morocco. It’s an affordable way to travel around the continent, with tickets starting at €5. All coaches have Wi-Fi, plug sockets and USBs, reclining chairs and toilets, and a standard ticket includes up to two medium suitcases plus carry-on luggage. Within France, Eurolines serves 69 destinations; including Paris, Lyon, Versailles, Nice and Bordeaux.
Contact Details
- Phone
- + 33 1 41 86 24 21
- Website
- eurolines.fr
Bus from Metz - Gare Routière to Prague, Florenc
- Ave. Duration
- 9h 45m
- Frequency
- 4 times a week
- Estimated price
- 900 Kč - 1 300 Kč
- Website
- Eurolines FR
As the bus subsidiary of French railway SNCF, Ouibus offers eco-friendly coaches serving 35 French cities and 10 European cities at affordable fares. Ouibus journeys are safe and comfortable, with the four-star coaches offering power outlets, restrooms and WiFi. All Ouibus stations are located close to town centres for easy access to public transport. Getting on one of the 130 daily journeys is easy - electronic travel documents include your ticket and a personalised mini-guide with handy information.
Contact Details
- Phone
- 0890715298
- Website
- ouibus.com
Night bus from Metz to Mannheim
- Ave. Duration
- 2h 55m
- Frequency
- 4 times a week
- Estimated price
- 270 Kč - 340 Kč
- Website
- Blablabus
One of Europe’s leading bus companies, Flixbus serves 2000+ destinations in 29 countries, including Germany, France, Italy, Austria, the Netherlands and Croatia and into Scandinavia and eastern Europe, as well as some US cities. Coaches have toilets, free WiFi and power outlets, plus snacks and drinks for purchase on board. Flixbus is a good choice for the budget-conscious traveller; purchase tickets in advance for the cheapest fares (note: there is no option to reserve a seat in advance).
Rome2rio's guide to FlixBus
Contact Details
- Phone
- +49 1807 123 99 123
- info@flixbus.de
- Website
- flixbus.de
Night bus from Mannheim, Mannheim ZOB to Prague, Prague ÚAN Florenc
- Ave. Duration
- 6h 40m
- Frequency
- 4 times a week
- Estimated price
- 650 Kč - 850 Kč
- Website
- flixbus.co.uk
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The quickest flight from Luxembourg Airport to Prague Airport is the direct flight which takes 1h 25m.
Metz to Prague bus services, operated by RegioJet, arrive at Prague, Wilsonova station.
Metz to Prague train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Eurocity, arrive at Praha Hlavni Nadrazi station.
Yes, the driving distance between Metz to Prague is 707 km. It takes approximately 6h 25m to drive from Metz to Prague.
Luxair, Swiss, KLM and two other airlines offer flights from Luxembourg Airport to Prague Airport.
Book your Metz to Prague bus tickets online with Omio, Distribusion and Busbud.
There are 3048+ hotels available in Prague. Prices start at 2 250 Kč per night.