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Montpellier to Metz Train Tickets & Timetable

The Montpellier to Metz train route is served mainly by SNCF TGV INOUI, with some itineraries using TER or Intercites connections depending on the day. Departures use Montpellier Saint-Roch or Montpellier Sud de France, and arrivals are at Metz Ville station. Direct or one-change routes commonly pass through Lyon Part-Dieu, Dijon Ville, Champagne-Ardenne TGV, Lorraine TGV, Strasbourg, or Paris. The rail distance is about 760 km, with the fastest journeys taking around 6 hours 30 minutes and slower connections taking about 8 hours 30 minutes. Around 6 to 10 same-day train options normally run in one direction, though direct trains are fewer than connecting routes. One-way TGV fares from Montpellier to Metz start from about €45 ($49 USD) for advance Second Class fares and can rise to around €170 ($184 USD) for flexible First Class tickets. 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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Montpellier

Metz

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Departure Time

Travel time

Arrival Time

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Brand name / Train type

Ticket price

Morning trains

06:27

MontpellierMontpellier Saint-Roch

6h 57m

13:24

MetzStation

Direct

SNCF 9898

from

16723 USD

6h 57m, Direct

06:27

MontpellierMontpellier Saint-Roch

13:24

MetzStation

from

16723 USD

Direct

SNCF 9898

Day trains

13:57

MontpellierMontpellier Saint-Roch

7h 12m

21:09

MetzStation

Direct

SNCF 5500

from

23913 USD

7h 12m, Direct

13:57

MontpellierMontpellier Saint-Roch

21:09

MetzStation

from

23913 USD

Direct

SNCF 5500

First train

05:42

Last train

15:07

Travel duration

7h 5m

Daily departures

Departure station

Montpellier

Changes

direct

Arrival station

Metz

Ticket price

$93

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Montpellier to Metz Route Overview

This route links the Mediterranean south with Lorraine in northeast France, crossing a long north-south axis rather than following the busier Paris-centered pattern used by many French long-distance trips. A distinctive feature is the chance to travel between two regional capitals with limited direct TGV INOUI departures, often avoiding a station transfer across Paris. Reserved seating is standard on TGV INOUI, while TER legs on connecting itineraries may not have seat reservations. When comparing departures, check whether the train leaves from central Montpellier Saint-Roch or out-of-town Montpellier Sud de France, as transfer time can affect the total trip.

Travel time

7h 5m

Train type

Fastest trip

6h 55m

Longest trip

7h 55m

Montpellier

Montpellier is a major city in Occitanie, known for its medieval Ecusson district, Place de la Comedie, and university history. Montpellier Saint-Roch sits near the city center, while Montpellier Sud de France is a newer high-speed station southeast of the center with tram and shuttle connections.

Montpellier Saint-Roch

Station

Montpellier Sud de France

Station

Montpellier St-Roch

Station

7h 5m

Metz

Metz is the historic capital of Lorraine, with Roman, medieval, German imperial, and contemporary architecture around the Moselle. Metz Ville station is an ornate early 20th-century station south of the old town, within walking distance of the Imperial Quarter and the Centre Pompidou-Metz.

Metz

Station

Practical Information for TGV Travelers

TGV INOUI luggage rules apply to most Montpellier to Metz long-distance services. Keep bags labelled and close enough to handle them during boarding and arrival.

Luggage Allowance

On TGV INOUI, each passenger may bring 2 large pieces of luggage with maximum dimensions of 130 cm x 90 cm, plus 1 item of hand baggage. Passengers must be able to carry and store their own bags.

Storage Facilities

TGV trainsets have overhead shelves for smaller bags, luggage racks near carriage entrances, and spaces between some seat backs. Large suitcases should be placed in the end-of-car racks rather than blocking aisles or vestibules.

Special Items

Folded bicycles may travel as luggage when packed in a cover not exceeding 130 cm x 90 cm. Fully assembled bicycles require a bike space when offered on the selected train. Skis, musical instruments, and sports equipment must fit within the allowed luggage format or use a specific reservation where required.

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Montpellier to Metz Map

The Montpellier to Metz rail route runs north from the Mediterranean corridor toward the Rhone valley, then across eastern France toward Lorraine. Common routing uses Montpellier Saint-Roch or Montpellier Sud de France, Nimes or Valence TGV, Lyon Part-Dieu, Dijon, and Lorraine TGV before Metz Ville. Some connections route via Strasbourg or Paris. The line changes from Mediterranean plains to the Rhone corridor, Burgundy, and the Moselle basin 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

$93

Departures

Rating

Train

OUI

Changes

Direct

Travel time

7h 12m

Price from

$147

Departures

Rating

Rail travel between Montpellier and Metz links the city rail stations without airport transfers and normally gives several same-day choices. Long-distance buses between the two cities usually take overnight or full-day timings, with limited frequency and stops at motorway hubs. Flights require routing via another airport in many cases, plus ground transfers at both ends, so the air time alone understates door-to-door duration. Electric TGV travel 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 5m

$93-$170

Bus

Apprx.

12h 30m

$35-$95

Flight

Apprx.

4h 30m

$100-$320

FAQ about the Montpellier - Metz Route

How do I book Montpellier to Metz train tickets?

Book Montpellier to Metz train tickets on Rail Monsters by entering your travel date, comparing TGV INOUI and connecting options, and choosing Second Class or First Class where available. Rail Monsters accepts bookings 6 to 12 months ahead, and the iOS and Android apps can be used to manage tickets and travel details.

How long is the train from Montpellier to Metz?

The fastest Montpellier to Metz train journeys take around 6 hours 30 minutes. Slower connections can take about 8 hours 30 minutes, especially when they include longer transfer times at Lyon, Strasbourg, Paris, or another interchange station.

How fast is the Montpellier to Metz TGV?

TGV INOUI trainsets used on this route can reach up to 320 km/h (199 mph) on French high-speed lines. The full Montpellier to Metz trip is slower in average speed because it also uses station approaches, junctions, and conventional sections near some cities.

Does a France rail pass cover Montpellier to Metz?

Interrail and Eurail passes valid in France can be used on SNCF TGV INOUI services, but TGV seat reservations are mandatory and require a supplement. Regional TER legs may be covered without a seat reservation where no reservation is offered. Rail Monsters sells individual tickets for this route.

How much is the train from Montpellier to Metz?

One-way Montpellier to Metz train fares start from about €45 ($49 USD) for advance Second Class tickets and can rise to around €170 ($184 USD) for flexible First Class fares. Prices shown are starting from; final fares depend on class, time of booking, and availability.

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