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

The cheapest way to get from Reading to Metz is to bus which costs €70 - €110 and takes 14h 30m.

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

The fastest way to get from Reading to Metz is to train which takes 6h 35m and costs €180 - €410.

Is there a direct bus between Reading and Metz?

No, there is no direct bus from Reading to Metz. However, there are services departing from Reading RailAir and arriving at Metz via Heathrow Central Bus Station, London Victoria and Luxembourg, P+R Bouillon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Reading and Metz?

No, there is no direct train from Reading to Metz. However, there are services departing from Reading and arriving at Metz Ville via Paddington, London St Pancras Intl and Paris Est. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 35m.

How far is it from Reading to Metz?

The distance between Reading and Metz is 826 km.

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

The best way to get from Reading to Metz without a car is to train which takes 6h 35m and costs €180 - €410.

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

It takes approximately 6h 35m to get from Reading to Metz, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Reading to Metz bus from?

Reading to Metz bus services, operated by RailAir, depart from Reading RailAir station.

Where do I catch the Reading to Metz train from?

Reading to Metz train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Reading station.

Train or bus from Reading to Metz?

The best way to get from Reading to Metz is to train which takes 6h 35m and costs €180 - €410. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €70 - €110 and takes 14h 30m.

Where does the Reading to Metz bus arrive?

Reading to Metz bus services, operated by RailAir, arrive at Heathrow Terminal 2 station.

What is the time difference between Reading and Metz?

Metz is 1h ahead of Reading. It is currently 1:15 AM in Reading and 2:15 AM in Metz.

Where does the Reading to Metz train arrive?

Reading to Metz train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at London Paddington station.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Metz?

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Reading to Metz - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car, Eurotunnel, and plane

There are 9 ways to get from Reading to Metz by train (Eurostar, TGV), bus, car, car train, train, plane, or car ferry

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 Reading to London Paddingtontrain
2. Take the train from London St Pancras Intl to Paris Nordtrain Eil
3. Take the train from Paris Est to Metz Villetrain Tgv
6h 35m
€185–405
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Reading RailAir to Heathrow Terminal 2bus Ra1
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Luxembourg P+R Bouillonbus
3. Take the bus from Luxembourg, P+R Bouillon to Metzbus 834
14h 30m
€73–108
Drive, Eurotunnel
1. Drive from Reading to Folkestonecar
2. Take the car train from Folkestone to Calais-Fréthuncartrain
3. Drive from Calais-Fréthun to Metzcar
6h 48m
Train to London City Airport, fly to Luxembourg, bus
1. Take the train from Reading to London Paddingtontrain
2. Fly from London City Airport (LCY) to Luxembourg (LUX)plane LCY - LUX
3. Take the bus from Kirchberg, Réimerwee to Thionville, Foch Kiosquebus
7h 30m
€116–385
Bus via Lille
1. Take the bus from Reading RailAir to Heathrow Terminal 2bus Ra1
2. Take the bus from London Victoria to Lillebus
3. Take the bus from Lille - Europe Train Station to Metz - Bus Stationbus
17h 35m
€77–126
Drive, car ferry
1. Drive from Reading to Port of Dovercar
2. Take the car ferry from Port of Dover to Calaiscarferry
3. Drive from Calais to Metzcar
7h 56m
€110–179
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Luxembourg, bus
1. Take the train from Reading to London Paddingtontrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Luxembourg (LUX)plane LHR - LUX
3. Take the bus from Kirchberg, Réimerwee to Thionville, Foch Kiosquebus
7h 21m
€93–348
Train to London Stansted Airport, fly to Luxembourg, bus
1. Take the train from Reading to London Paddingtontrain
2. Fly from London Stansted Airport (STN) to Luxembourg (LUX)plane STN - LUX
3. Take the bus from Kirchberg, Réimerwee to Thionville, Foch Kiosquebus
8h 15m
€74–266
Train to London Heathrow Airport, fly to Paris Charles De Gaulle Airport, train
1. Take the train from Reading to London Paddingtontrain
2. Fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Paris Charles De Gaulle Airport (CDG)plane LHR - CDG
3. Take the train from Paris Est to Metz Villetrain
7h 30m
€161–499

Reading to Metz by train, subway, and foot

61Weekly Services

6h 35mAverage Duration

€185Cheapest Price

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Distance: 825.8 km
Duration: 6h 35m

What companies run services between Reading, England and Metz, France?

You can take a train from Reading to Metz Ville via London Paddington, Paddington, King's Cross St. Pancras station, London St Pancras Intl, Paris Nord, and Paris Est in around 6h 35m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Reading RailAir to Metz via Heathrow Terminal 2, Heathrow Central Bus Station, London Victoria Coach Station Arrivals, London Victoria, and Luxembourg, P+R Bouillon in around 14h 30m.

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