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Metz to Strasbourg Bullet Train Tickets & Timetable

Metz to Strasbourg trains depart from Metz Ville and arrive at Strasbourg Ville, with direct services mainly operated as TER Grand Est and selected TGV INOUI departures. The route covers about 165 km across eastern France, with common intermediate stops including Morhange, Sarrebourg, Saverne, and sometimes Remilly, depending on the train. Direct trains usually run about 20 to 25 times per day in one direction. The fastest TGV INOUI services take about 1 hour 17 minutes, while stopping TER trains commonly take around 1 hour 30 minutes to 1 hour 50 minutes. Available accommodation depends on the train: TER services normally offer 2nd class and sometimes 1st class, while TGV INOUI offers 2nd class and 1st class with reserved seats. One-way fares between Metz and Strasbourg start from about €10 ($11 USD) for the cheapest advance or regional promotional fares and can rise to around €45 ($49 USD) for flexible or late-booked TGV 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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Seats

Metz

Strasbourg

Each ticket has information about

Departure Time

Travel time

Arrival Time

Changes

Brand name / Train type

Ticket price

Morning trains

05:46

MetzStation

54m

06:40

StrasbourgStation

Direct

OUI 5521

from

4928 USD

54m, Direct

05:46

MetzStation

06:40

StrasbourgStation

from

4928 USD

Direct

OUI 5521

08:09

MetzStation

48m

08:57

StrasbourgStation

Direct

SNCF 9877

from

5188 USD

48m, Direct

08:09

MetzStation

08:57

StrasbourgStation

from

5188 USD

Direct

SNCF 9877

Day trains

12:10

MetzStation

48m

12:58

StrasbourgStation

Direct

SNCF 9879

from

5361 USD

48m, Direct

12:10

MetzStation

12:58

StrasbourgStation

from

5361 USD

Direct

SNCF 9879

Evening trains

18:08

MetzStation

52m

19:00

StrasbourgStation

Direct

TGVOUIGO 7693

from

5880 USD

52m, Direct

18:08

MetzStation

19:00

StrasbourgStation

from

5880 USD

Direct

TGVOUIGO 7693

First train

05:46

Last train

22:46

Travel duration

51m

Daily departures

Departure station

Metz

Changes

direct

Arrival station

Strasbourg

Ticket price

$33

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Exchange and cancellation rules on the Metz to Strasbourg route depend on the fare selected. TGV INOUI tickets usually carry fare-specific conditions, while TER Grand Est tickets may have regional validity and refund rules shown before payment.

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Metz to Strasbourg Route Overview

The Metz to Strasbourg route links two historic cities in the Grand Est region, crossing Lorraine toward Alsace through the Moselle and Saverne corridor. A distinctive part of the trip is the approach through the Saverne area, where trains pass near the Vosges foothills before entering the Rhine plain toward Strasbourg. TER tickets on this route are generally not tied to a specific seat, so passengers choose any available place in the booked class. TGV INOUI tickets are train-specific and normally include a reserved seat, which is useful at peak times and during Strasbourg Christmas market season.

Travel time

51m

Train type

Fastest trip

48m

Longest trip

1h 42m

Metz

Metz is the capital of the Moselle department, known for the Gothic Saint-Etienne Cathedral, the German Imperial Quarter, and the Centre Pompidou-Metz. Trains depart from Metz Ville, a listed early 20th-century station south of the old town with tram-style Mettis bus links and regional rail connections.

Metz

Station

51m

Strasbourg

Strasbourg is the capital of Alsace and the seat of several European institutions, with the Grande Ile and Neustadt listed by UNESCO. Strasbourg Ville station sits west of the historic center, within walking distance of Petite France and linked by tram to the European Quarter and university districts.

Strasbourg

Station

Practical Information for TGV and TER Travelers

Metz to Strasbourg passengers use a mix of regional TER trains and selected TGV INOUI services. Luggage should be kept within what one traveler can carry and store without blocking aisles or doors.

Luggage Allowance

On TGV INOUI, passengers may take 2 large pieces of luggage with maximum dimensions of 70 x 90 x 50 cm each plus 1 hand item up to 40 x 30 x 15 cm. TER Grand Est does not use airline-style checked baggage, but items must be portable and fit on board safely.

Storage Facilities

TGV INOUI trains have overhead racks, end-of-car luggage shelves, and spaces between some seat backs for medium cases. TER trains on the Metz to Strasbourg route use overhead racks and open vestibule areas, with less large-suitcase space on peak commuter departures.

Special Items

Folded bicycles in a cover are accepted on many French trains if they fit luggage spaces. Non-folded bicycles are subject to train type and capacity; some TER Grand Est services allow them without reservation, while TGV INOUI requires a booked bike space when available.

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Metz to Strasbourg Map

The Metz to Strasbourg rail route runs east from Metz Ville across the Moselle area toward Remilly and Morhange, then through Sarrebourg and Saverne before reaching Strasbourg Ville. TER trains use the classic Paris-Strasbourg corridor through Lorraine and Alsace. Some TGV INOUI services use faster infrastructure for part of the trip. The route approaches Strasbourg across the Alsace plain after the Saverne sector near the Vosges foothills.

Rail vs Bus vs Plane

Rail gives the most direct city-center link between Metz Ville and Strasbourg Ville, with around 20 to 25 direct departures on a typical weekday. Intercity buses between Metz and Strasbourg usually take about 2 hours 30 minutes to 3 hours and may use stops outside the main rail station area. Flying is not practical for this city pair because there are no useful direct flights and airport transfers would exceed the train travel time. Electric rail also produces lower emissions than a private car or connecting flight on this 165 km regional corridor.

Train

Changes

Travel time

Price from

Departures

Rating

Train

SNCF

Changes

Direct

Travel time

48m

Price from

$35

Departures

Rating

Train

OUI

Changes

Direct

Travel time

53m

Price from

$31

Departures

Rating

Train

TGVOUIGO

Changes

Direct

Travel time

52m

Price from

$29

Departures

Rating

Train

TER

Changes

Direct

Travel time

1h 29m

Price from

$13

Departures

Rating

Train

TGV Inoui

Changes

Direct

Travel time

1h 42m

Price from

$33

Departures

Rating

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Travel time

Price range

Winner

Train

Apprx.

51m

$33-$40

Bus

Apprx.

2h 45m

$8-$25

Flight

Apprx.

4h 30m

$120-$300

FAQ about the Metz - Strasbourg Route

How fast is the train from Metz to Strasbourg?

TGV INOUI services on this corridor can reach up to 320 km/h (199 mph) on high-speed sections. TER Grand Est trains run on the classic line at lower speeds and make more regional stops, which is why their total travel time is longer.

How long is the train from Metz to Strasbourg?

The fastest direct TGV INOUI trains take about 1 hour 17 minutes from Metz Ville to Strasbourg Ville. TER Grand Est trains usually take around 1 hour 30 minutes to 1 hour 50 minutes, depending on the number of stops. The rail distance is about 165 km.

How much is the train from Metz to Strasbourg?

One-way Metz to Strasbourg fares start from about €10 ($11 USD) for the cheapest advance or regional promotional tickets and can rise to around €45 ($49 USD) for flexible or late-booked TGV INOUI fares. Prices shown are starting from; final fares depend on class, time of booking, and availability.

How to book Metz to Strasbourg train tickets?

Book Metz to Strasbourg tickets on Rail Monsters by entering your travel date, comparing TER Grand Est and TGV INOUI departures, then selecting the fare and class. Rail Monsters accepts bookings 6 to 12 months ahead and provides mobile apps for iOS and Android for managing bookings.

Does a rail pass cover Metz to Strasbourg?

Eurail and Interrail passes are valid on SNCF trains between Metz and Strasbourg. TER services can usually be used without a seat reservation, while TGV INOUI requires a paid passholder reservation before boarding. Rail Monsters sells individual tickets for this route.

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