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Marseille to Metz Bullet Train Tickets & Timetable

Marseille to Metz trains normally depart from Marseille Saint-Charles and arrive at Metz Ville. The route is served by SNCF TGV INOUI, with some itineraries using a direct TGV and others requiring a change at Lyon Part-Dieu, Dijon Ville, Lorraine TGV, or Paris depending on the date. The rail distance is about 800 km, using the LGV Mediterranee north of Marseille and classic or high-speed sections across eastern France. Fast direct services take about 6 hours 10 minutes to 6 hours 30 minutes, while slower connecting options can take 7 hours 30 minutes to around 9 hours. There are usually about 6 to 10 departures per day in one direction when direct and connecting options are counted. One-way TGV fares from Marseille to Metz start from about €49 ($53 USD) for advance Second Class tickets and can rise to around €180 ($194 USD) for flexible First Class fares. Prices shown are starting from; final fares depend on class, time of booking, and availability. Rail Monsters accepts bookings 6 to 12 months ahead; book earlier for French school holidays, Christmas, and July-August travel.

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Marseille

Metz

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Departure Time

Travel time

Arrival Time

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Brand name / Train type

Ticket price

Day trains

15:55

MarseilleMarseille St-Charles

7h 7m

23:02

MetzStation

Direct

SNCF 9896

from

113 USD

7h 7m, Direct

15:55

MarseilleMarseille St-Charles

23:02

MetzStation

from

113 USD

Direct

SNCF 9896

First train

15:55

Last train

15:56

Travel duration

7h 6m

Daily departures

Departure station

Marseille

Changes

direct

Arrival station

Metz

Ticket price

$79

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Marseille to Metz Route Overview

The Marseille to Metz route links the Mediterranean coast with Lorraine, crossing a long north-south slice of France rather than following the main Paris radial corridor for the whole trip. A distinctive part of the trip is the change in landscape: limestone hills and the Rhone corridor after Marseille, then Burgundy, the Moselle basin, and the German-influenced architecture of Metz at arrival. Direct TGV INOUI services are fully reserved, so every ticket includes a specific train and seat; TER segments on some connections may have open seating. Choose a through itinerary with enough transfer time if the schedule involves Lorraine TGV, as that station sits outside Metz and requires a shuttle or onward rail connection.

Travel time

7h 6m

Train type

Fastest trip

7h 6m

Longest trip

7h 7m

Marseille

Marseille is France's largest Mediterranean city, with the Old Port and La Panier district below the hill of Notre-Dame de la Garde. Marseille Saint-Charles station sits above the city center and handles TGV, Intercites, TER, metro, and airport bus services.

Marseille St-Charles

Station

Marseille Blancarde

Station

7h 6m

Metz

Metz is the historic capital of Lorraine, known for Saint-Etienne Cathedral, riverside walks along the Moselle, and the Centre Pompidou-Metz. Metz Ville station is south of the old center, within walking distance of the Imperial Quarter and local buses toward the cathedral area.

Metz

Station

Practical Information for TGV Travelers

TGV INOUI luggage rules apply on the main Marseille to Metz high-speed segment. Keep bags labeled and within the size limits used by SNCF for TGV services.

Luggage Allowance

Passengers may take 2 large pieces of luggage up to 130 cm each, plus 1 item of hand baggage. Bags must be manageable without staff assistance and should be labeled with the passenger's name.

Storage Facilities

TGV INOUI trainsets have overhead racks for smaller bags, luggage stacks near carriage entrances, and space between some seat backs for medium-sized cases. Large suitcases should not block aisles, doors, or vestibules.

Special Items

Folded bicycles in a cover, skis, pushchairs, and musical instruments are accepted when packed and placed within the luggage areas. Fully assembled bicycles require a train and space that specifically permits bike reservations.

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Marseille to Metz Map

The Marseille to Metz rail route starts at Marseille Saint-Charles, climbs north from Provence, and uses high-speed sections toward the Rhone valley. Depending on the train, it may pass or connect through Aix-en-Provence TGV, Avignon TGV, Lyon Part-Dieu, Dijon Ville, Lorraine TGV, Nancy, or Strasbourg-area junctions before reaching Metz Ville. The line links Mediterranean terrain, the Saone and Burgundy corridors, and the Moselle valley near Metz.

Rail vs Bus vs Plane

Train

Changes

Travel time

Price from

Departures

Rating

Train

SNCF

Changes

Direct

Travel time

7h 6m

Price from

$79

Departures

Rating

Train

OUI

Changes

Direct

Travel time

7h 6m

Price from

$107

Departures

Rating

The train runs from Marseille Saint-Charles to Metz Ville, avoiding airport transfers at both ends. Long-distance buses between Marseille and Metz usually take most of a day or overnight and may require a change in Lyon, Dijon, or Paris. Flying is rarely direct on this city pair, so total travel time includes airport access, security, possible connection time, and transfer from a regional airport to Metz. Rail also has a lower carbon footprint than flying on this domestic route.

Plus, it’s a greener choice, reducing your carbon footprint

Travel time

Price range

Travel time

Price range

Travel time

Price range

Winner

Train

Apprx.

7h 6m

$79-$93

Bus

Apprx.

12h 30m

$35-$95

Flight

Apprx.

4h 30m

$90-$320

FAQ about the Marseille - Metz Route

Does a France rail pass cover Marseille to Metz?

Interrail and Eurail passes are valid on SNCF trains in France, but TGV INOUI services require a paid seat reservation before boarding. Regional TER connections may not require a reservation. Rail Monsters sells individual tickets for this route.

How fast is the TGV from Marseille to Metz?

TGV INOUI trains can run at up to 320 km/h (199 mph) on compatible high-speed sections in France. Average speed is lower on the Marseille to Metz route because the train also uses conventional lines and station approaches.

How much is the train from Marseille to Metz?

One-way Marseille to Metz train fares start from about €49 ($53 USD) for advance Second Class tickets and can reach around €180 ($194 USD) for flexible First Class fares. Prices shown are starting from; final fares depend on class, time of booking, and availability.

How long is the train from Marseille to Metz?

The fastest direct TGV INOUI services take about 6 hours 10 minutes to 6 hours 30 minutes from Marseille Saint-Charles to Metz Ville. Connecting itineraries usually take 7 hours 30 minutes to around 9 hours, depending on the transfer point and waiting time.

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