The average train between Leipzig and Metz takes 9h 16m and the fastest train takes 7h 19m. The train service runs several times per day from Leipzig 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 4 times a day between Leipzig and Metz. The earliest departure is at 7:55 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Leipzig is at 10:58 PM which arrives into Metz at 11:24 AM. All services require a transfer at Erfurt Hbf and take an average of 9h 16m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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13h 18m • 3 changesWant to know about travelling from Leipzig 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 Leipzig to Metz. However, there are services departing from Leipzig station and arriving at Metz station via Erfurt Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 16m.
Leipzig to Metz train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Leipzig Hbf station.
Leipzig to Metz train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Metz Ville station.
Book your Leipzig to Metz train tickets online with Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) and Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF).
The distance between Leipzig and Metz is 505.1 km. The road distance is 735 km.
You can take a train from Leipzig Hbf to Metz Ville via Erfurt Hbf, Frankfurt, Strasbourg Bahnhof, and Strasbourg in around 7h 22m.