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

The cheapest way to get from Paderborn to Metz is to bus which costs €29 - €50 and takes 8h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Paderborn to Metz is to drive which takes 4h 24m and costs €65 - €95.

Is there a direct bus between Paderborn and Metz?

No, there is no direct bus from Paderborn to Metz. However, there are services departing from Paderborn and arriving at Metz via Frankfurt central train station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 26m.

Is there a direct train between Paderborn and Metz?

No, there is no direct train from Paderborn to Metz. However, there are services departing from Paderborn Hbf and arriving at Metz Ville via Kassel Bahnhof Wilhelmshöhe, Frankfurt, Saarbrücken Hbf and Forbach. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 6m.

How far is it from Paderborn to Metz?

The distance between Paderborn and Metz is 582 km. The road distance is 429.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Paderborn to Metz without a car is to train which takes 8h 6m and costs €75 - €180.

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

It takes approximately 8h 6m to get from Paderborn to Metz, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Paderborn to Metz bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Paderborn to Metz train from?

Paderborn to Metz train services, operated by National Express, depart from Paderborn Hbf station.

Train or bus from Paderborn to Metz?

The best way to get from Paderborn to Metz is to train which takes 8h 6m and costs €75 - €180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €29 - €50 and takes 8h 26m.

Where does the Paderborn to Metz bus arrive?

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

Where does the Paderborn to Metz train arrive?

Paderborn to Metz train services, operated by National Express, arrive at Kassel-Wilhelmshoehe station.

Can I drive from Paderborn to Metz?

Yes, the driving distance between Paderborn to Metz is 430 km. It takes approximately 4h 24m to drive from Paderborn to Metz.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Metz?

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

There are 3 ways to get from Paderborn to Metz by train, 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 Paderborn Hbf to Kassel-Wilhelmshoehetrain Re
2. Take the train from Kassel Bahnhof Wilhelmshöhe to Frankfurttrain 20 / ...
3. Take the train from Frankfurt to Saarbrücken Hbftrain 82 / ...
4. Take the train from Forbach to Metz Villetrain Ter
8h 6m
€77–175
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Paderborn to Frankfurt central train stationbus N110
2. Take the bus from Frankfurt central train station to Metzbus N235 / ...
8h 26m
€29–47
Drive 429.9 km
1. Drive from Paderborn to Metzcar 429.9 km
4h 24m
€66–95

Paderborn to Metz by train

105Weekly Trains

8h 6mAverage Duration

€77Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Paderborn to Metz.

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Distance: 581.9 km
Duration: 8h 6m

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

You can take a train from Paderborn Hbf to Metz Ville via Kassel Bahnhof Wilhelmshöhe, Frankfurt, Saarbrücken Hbf, Forbach(F), and Forbach in around 8h 6m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Paderborn to Metz via Frankfurt central train station in around 8h 26m.

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