What is the cheapest way to get from Bilbao to Metz?

The cheapest way to get from Bilbao to Metz is to bus via Bordeaux which costs €95 - €170 and takes 19h 25m.

What is the fastest way to get from Bilbao to Metz?

The fastest way to get from Bilbao to Metz is to fly and train which takes 7h 15m and costs €140 - €380.

Is there a direct bus between Bilbao and Metz?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Bilbao Intermodal and arriving at Metz - Bus Station station. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 17h 29m.

Is there a direct train between Bilbao and Metz?

No, there is no direct train from Bilbao to Metz. However, there are services departing from Zazpikaleak/Casco Viejo-Bilbao and arriving at Lorraine Tgv via Amara-Donostia, Hendaye and Bordeaux St Jean. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 1m.

How far is it from Bilbao to Metz?

The distance between Bilbao and Metz is 1210 km. The road distance is 1172.1 km.

How do I travel from Bilbao to Metz without a car?

The best way to get from Bilbao to Metz without a car is to bus and train which takes 10h 6m and costs €180 - €390.

How long does it take to get from Bilbao to Metz?

It takes approximately 10h 6m to get from Bilbao to Metz, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Bilbao to Metz bus from?

Bilbao to Metz bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, depart from Bilbao Intermodal station.

Where do I catch the Bilbao to Metz train from?

Bilbao to Metz train services, operated by Euskotren, depart from Zazpikaleak/Casco Viejo-Bilbao station.

Train or bus from Bilbao to Metz?

The best way to get from Bilbao to Metz is to bus which takes 17h 29m and costs €100 - €190. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €210 - €390 and takes 14h 1m.

Where does the Bilbao to Metz bus arrive?

Bilbao to Metz bus services, operated by BlaBlaCar Bus, arrive at Metz - Bus Station.

Where does the Bilbao to Metz train arrive?

Bilbao to Metz train services, operated by Euskotren, arrive at Amara-Donostia station.

Can I drive from Bilbao to Metz?

Yes, the driving distance between Bilbao to Metz is 1172 km. It takes approximately 12h 12m to drive from Bilbao to Metz.

How do I get a bus ticket from Bilbao to Metz?

Book your Bilbao to Metz bus tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Metz?

There are 825+ hotels available in Metz.

Bilbao to Metz - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

How to get fromBilbao to Metz

Travel from

See all options

Search accommodation with Expedia

There are 8 ways to get from Bilbao to Metz by bus, train, car, plane, or train (TGV)

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Bilbao Intermodal to Saint-Jean-de-Luzbus
2. Take the train from St Jean De Luz Ciboure to Paris Montparnasse 1 Et 2train Tgv
3. Take the train from Paris Est to Metz Villetrain Tgv
10h 6m
€185–384
Bus via Bordeaux
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Bilbao to Bordeauxbus FlixBus N1721 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bordeaux to Metzbus FlixBus N1151
19h 25m
€97–163
Bus
1. Take the bus from Bilbao Intermodal to Metz - Bus Stationbus BlaBlaCar Bus
17h 29m
€100–190
Drive 1,172.1 km
1. Drive from Bilbao to Metzcar 1,172.1 km
12h 12m
€185–267
Fly to Luxembourg, bus
1. Fly from Bilbao Airport (BIO) to Luxembourg (LUX)plane BIO - LUX
2. Take the bus from Luxembourg, Gare Rocade to Thionville, Gare routièrebus
7h 9m
Train
1. Take the train from Zazpikaleak/Casco Viejo-Bilbao to Amara-Donostiatrain E1
2. Take the train from Hendaye to Bordeaux St Jeantrain Ter
3. Take the train from Bordeaux St Jean to Lorraine Tgvtrain Tgv
14h 1m
€217–381
Fly to Paris Charles De Gaulle Airport, train
1. Fly from Bilbao Airport (BIO) to Paris Charles De Gaulle Airport (CDG)plane BIO - CDG
2. Take the train from Paris Est to Metz Villetrain
7h 15m
€149–374
Fly to Paris Orly Airport, train
1. Fly from Bilbao Airport (BIO) to Paris Orly Airport (ORY)plane BIO - ORY
2. Take the train from Paris Est to Metz Villetrain
7h 15m
€101–319

Bilbao to Metz by bus, train, foot, and subway

25Weekly Services

10h 6mAverage Duration

€185Cheapest Price

See schedules

Questions & Answers

Launch map view

Distance: 1,209.8 km
Duration: 10h 6m

What companies run services between Bilbao, Spain and Metz, France?

BlaBlaCar Bus operates a bus from Bilbao Intermodal to Metz - Bus Station once daily. Tickets cost €100–190 and the journey takes 17h 29m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Zazpikaleak/Casco Viejo-Bilbao to Metz Ville via Amara-Donostia, Hendaia, Hendaye, Bordeaux St Jean, Lorraine Tgv, and Lorraine Tgv in around 14h 1m.

Airlines

Train operators

Bus operators

Want to know more about travelling around France

Rome2Rio's Travel Guide series provide vital information for the global traveller. Filled with useful and timely travel information, the guides answer all the hard questions - such as 'How do I buy a ticket?', 'Should I book online before I travel? ', 'How much should I expect to pay?', 'Do the trains and buses have Wifi?' - to help you get the most out of your next trip.