The average train between Ghent and Metz takes 5h 28m and the fastest train takes 3h 38m. The train service runs several times per day from Ghent to Metz. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 4 hours between Ghent and Metz. The earliest departure is at 5:55 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Ghent is at 8:41 PM which arrives into Metz at 9:09 AM. All services require a transfer at Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi and take an average of 5h 28m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Ghent to Metz? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Ghent to Metz. However, there are services departing from Ghent station and arriving at Metz station via Bruxelles-Midi. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 28m.
Ghent to Metz train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), depart from Gand-Saint-Pierre station.
Ghent to Metz train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Metz Ville station.
Book your Ghent to Metz train tickets online with Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), Eurostar and 2 other operators.
The distance between Ghent and Metz is 277.1 km. The road distance is 674 km.
You can take a train from Gand-Saint-Pierre to Metz Ville via Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi, Paris Nord, and Paris Est in around 4h 4m.