Strasbourg to Metz Trains

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Strasbourg to Metz Train Tickets & Timetable

The Strasbourg to Metz train is mainly a TER Grand Est regional service operated by SNCF Voyageurs. Direct trains depart from Strasbourg station and arrive at Metz Ville, with common intermediate stops including Saverne, Sarrebourg, Morhange, and Remilly depending on the service. The rail distance is about 154 km, with the fastest direct trains taking about 1 hour 24 minutes and slower services taking around 1 hour 45 minutes. Around 20 direct departures run on a typical weekday, with additional options requiring a change at Nancy or Sarrebourg at some times of day. One-way TER fares start from about €10 ($11 USD) for basic or discounted regional tickets. Final prices depend on class and season; current prices are visible in real time on the search page above. 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

Strasbourg

Metz

Each ticket has information about

Departure Time

Travel time

Arrival Time

Changes

Brand name / Train type

Ticket price

Day trains

12:31

StrasbourgStation

53m

13:24

MetzStation

Direct

SNCF 9898

from

5107 USD

53m, Direct

12:31

StrasbourgStation

13:24

MetzStation

from

5107 USD

Direct

SNCF 9898

12:50

StrasbourgStation

47m

13:37

MetzStation

Direct

TGVOUIGO 7692

from

5886 USD

47m, Direct

12:50

StrasbourgStation

13:37

MetzStation

from

5886 USD

Direct

TGVOUIGO 7692

Evening trains

19:58

StrasbourgStation

48m

20:46

MetzStation

Direct

TGVOUIGO 7694

from

5886 USD

48m, Direct

19:58

StrasbourgStation

20:46

MetzStation

from

5886 USD

Direct

TGVOUIGO 7694

20:21

StrasbourgStation

48m

21:09

MetzStation

Direct

SNCF 5500

from

7963 USD

48m, Direct

20:21

StrasbourgStation

21:09

MetzStation

from

7963 USD

Direct

SNCF 5500

First train

05:25

Last train

22:14

Travel duration

53m

Daily departures

Departure station

Strasbourg

Changes

direct

Arrival station

Metz

Ticket price

$31

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Strasbourg to Metz Route Overview

This route links Alsace with Lorraine on the classic Paris-Strasbourg railway, turning northwest through the Saverne Gap before crossing the Moselle region toward Metz. A distinctive part of the trip is the passage through the Vosges foothills near Saverne, where the line threads cuttings, wooded slopes, and older railway structures before opening toward the Lorraine plateau. Most TER Grand Est trains on this corridor use open seating rather than compulsory seat reservations, so passengers board the selected service and choose any available seat in the correct class. Direct trains are useful for travelers going from the European institutions and old town of Strasbourg to Metz Cathedral, the Imperial Quarter, or onward regional buses from Metz Ville.

Travel time

53m

Train type

Fastest trip

47m

Longest trip

1h 53m

Strasbourg

Strasbourg is the capital of the Grand Est region and a major rail junction close to the historic Grande Ile and the European Parliament district. Strasbourg station, officially Gare de Strasbourg, is west of the old town and served by TER, TGV, tram, and local bus connections.

Strasbourg

Station

53m

Metz

Metz is a Lorraine city known for its Gothic cathedral, German imperial-era architecture, and the Centre Pompidou-Metz. Metz Ville station stands just south of the city center and is within walking distance of the Imperial Quarter and local transport links across the Moselle area.

Metz

Station

Practical Information for TER Travelers

TER Grand Est trains between Strasbourg and Metz are regional services, so luggage is carried on board by the passenger. Keep bags close during busy commuter periods around Strasbourg, Saverne, and Metz.

Luggage Allowance

French regional trains generally allow passengers to bring luggage they can carry themselves, including suitcases and hand baggage. Items must not block aisles, doors, wheelchair spaces, or emergency equipment; there is no airline-style check-in on TER Grand Est services.

Storage Facilities

TER trainsets on the Strasbourg to Metz route have overhead racks for small and medium bags, floor space near some seats, and vestibule areas near doors. Large suitcases should be placed where they do not obstruct boarding or movement through the train.

Special Items

Folding bicycles may usually be carried as luggage when folded. Non-folding bicycles are accepted only where space is available and may be restricted during peak periods; sports equipment and musical instruments must remain within safe onboard storage limits.

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Strasbourg to Metz Map

The Strasbourg to Metz rail route follows the classic east-west main line from Gare de Strasbourg through Mommenheim, Saverne, Sarrebourg, Morhange, and Remilly before reaching Metz Ville. The line leaves the Rhine plain, passes through the Saverne Gap at the edge of the northern Vosges, then crosses Lorraine toward the Moselle valley. Some services skip smaller stops, while regional stopping patterns vary by time of day.

Rail vs Bus vs Plane

The Strasbourg to Metz train runs city center to city center, from Gare de Strasbourg to Metz Ville, with a typical direct travel time close to 1 hour 24 minutes. Buses between the two cities usually take around 2 hours or more and may use stops outside the rail station area. Flying is not practical for this short regional route because there are no useful nonstop city-pair flights and airport transfers would exceed the rail time. Rail also has a lower carbon footprint than car or air travel on this 154 km corridor.

Train

Changes

Travel time

Price from

Departures

Rating

Train

SNCF

Changes

Direct

Travel time

55m

Price from

$31

Departures

101

Rating

Train

TGVOUIGO

Changes

Direct

Travel time

47m

Price from

$29

Departures

Rating

Train

TER

Changes

Direct

Travel time

1h 29m

Price from

$13

Departures

Rating

Train

OUI

Changes

Direct

Travel time

48m

Price from

$34

Departures

Rating

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Travel time

Price range

Winner

Train

Apprx.

53m

$31-$62

Bus

Apprx.

2h 10m

$8-$25

Flight

Apprx.

4h 0m

$120-$300

FAQ about the Strasbourg - Metz Route

How much is the train from Strasbourg to Metz?

One-way TER fares from Strasbourg to Metz start from about €10 ($11 USD) for basic or discounted regional tickets when available. Final prices depend on class and season; current prices are visible in real time on the search page above.

How long is the train from Strasbourg to Metz?

The fastest direct Strasbourg to Metz trains take about 1 hour 24 minutes. Slower TER services with more stops take around 1 hour 45 minutes, and journeys with a change can take longer. The rail distance is about 154 km.

How do I book Strasbourg to Metz train tickets?

Book Strasbourg to Metz train tickets on Rail Monsters by entering your travel date, choosing a direct TER Grand Est departure, and paying online. Rail Monsters also offers iOS and Android apps for managing bookings. Rail Monsters accepts bookings 6 to 12 months ahead of departure.

How fast is the Strasbourg to Metz train?

TER Grand Est trains on the Strasbourg to Metz corridor are conventional regional trains, not high-speed services. On suitable sections of the line they may run up to about 160 km/h (99 mph), but average speed is lower because of intermediate stops.

Does a France rail pass cover Strasbourg to Metz?

Interrail and Eurail passes valid in France can be used on TER trains between Strasbourg and Metz, generally without a seat reservation supplement. Some regional fare or access rules can vary by pass type. Rail Monsters sells individual tickets for this route.

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