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

The cheapest way to get from Rouen to Metz is to bus which costs €30 - €75 and takes 6h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rouen to Metz is to train which takes 4h and costs €70 - €190.

Is there a direct bus between Rouen and Metz?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Rouen and arriving at Metz. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Rouen and Metz?

No, there is no direct train from Rouen to Metz. However, there are services departing from Rouen Rive Droite and arriving at Metz Ville via Haussmann Saint-Lazare and Paris Est. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h.

How far is it from Rouen to Metz?

The distance between Rouen and Metz is 455 km. The road distance is 417.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Rouen to Metz without a car is to train which takes 4h and costs €70 - €190.

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

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

Where do I catch the Rouen to Metz bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Rouen to Metz train from?

Rouen to Metz train services, operated by Réseau Nomad Car (Lignes de Normandie), depart from Rouen Rive Droite station.

Train or bus from Rouen to Metz?

The best way to get from Rouen to Metz is to train which takes 4h and costs €70 - €190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €30 - €75 and takes 6h 25m.

Where does the Rouen to Metz bus arrive?

Rouen to Metz bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Metz station.

Where does the Rouen to Metz train arrive?

Rouen to Metz train services, operated by Réseau Nomad Car (Lignes de Normandie), arrive at Paris Saint-Lazare station.

Can I drive from Rouen to Metz?

Yes, the driving distance between Rouen to Metz is 417 km. It takes approximately 5h 3m to drive from Rouen to Metz.

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

Book your Rouen to Metz train tickets online with Omio.

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

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

Where can I stay near Metz?

There are 782+ hotels available in Metz.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Rouen to Metz by train (TGV), bus, car, or train

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 Rouen Rive Droite to Paris Saint-LazareK1+ / ...
2. Take the train from Paris Est to Metz VilleTgv
4h
€72–187
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Rouen to MetzN1306 / ...
6h 25m
€30–75
Drive 417.2 km
1. Drive from Rouen to Metz417.2 km
5h 3m
€64–93
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Rouen Rive Droite to Paris Saint-LazareK1+ / ...
2. Take the bus from Paris - CDG Roissypole Bus Station to Metz - Bus StationBlaBlaCar Bus
8h 46m
€55–104

Rouen to Metz by train and foot

57Weekly Services

4hAverage Duration

€72Cheapest Price

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Distance: 454.9 km
Duration: 4h

What companies run services between Rouen, France and Metz, France?

You can take a train from Rouen Rive Droite to Metz Ville via Paris Saint-Lazare, Haussmann Saint-Lazare, Gare Magenta, and Paris Est in around 4h. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Rouen to Metz twice daily. Tickets cost €30–75 and the journey takes 6h 25m.

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