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

The cheapest way to get from Karlsruhe to Metz is to bus via Strasbourg which costs €16 - €35 and takes 4h 13m.

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

The fastest way to get from Karlsruhe to Metz is to drive which takes 2h 15m and costs €30 - €50.

Is there a direct bus between Karlsruhe and Metz?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Karlsruhe central train station station and arriving at Metz. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Karlsruhe and Metz?

No, there is no direct train from Karlsruhe to Metz. However, there are services departing from Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof and arriving at Metz Ville via Strasbourg. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 17m.

How far is it from Karlsruhe to Metz?

The distance between Karlsruhe and Metz is 226 km. The road distance is 207.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Karlsruhe to Metz without a car is to train which takes 2h 17m and costs €40 - €75.

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

It takes approximately 2h 17m to get from Karlsruhe to Metz, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Karlsruhe to Metz bus from?

Karlsruhe to Metz bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Karlsruhe central train station.

Where do I catch the Karlsruhe to Metz train from?

Karlsruhe to Metz train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof station.

Train or bus from Karlsruhe to Metz?

The best way to get from Karlsruhe to Metz is to train which takes 2h 17m and costs €40 - €75. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €17 - €35 and takes 3h 25m.

Where does the Karlsruhe to Metz bus arrive?

Karlsruhe to Metz bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Metz station.

Where does the Karlsruhe to Metz train arrive?

Karlsruhe to Metz train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Strasbourg Bahnhof station.

Can I drive from Karlsruhe to Metz?

Yes, the driving distance between Karlsruhe to Metz is 207 km. It takes approximately 2h 15m to drive from Karlsruhe to Metz.

How do I get a train ticket from Karlsruhe to Metz?

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

Book your Karlsruhe to Metz bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

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Karlsruhe to Metz - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Karlsruhe to Metz by train (TGV), bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof to Strasbourg Bahnhoftrain 83 / ...
2. Take the train from Strasbourg to Metz Villetrain Tgv
2h 17m
€40–74
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Karlsruhe central train station to Metzbus N236 / ...
3h 25m
€17–35
Drive 207.1 km
1. Drive from Karlsruhe to Metzcar 207.1 km
2h 15m
€33–48
Bus via Strasbourg
1. Take the bus from Karlsruhe central train station to Strasbourgbus FlixBus 108 / ...
2. Take the bus from Strasbourg - L'Étoile Park Bus Station to Metz - Bus Stationbus BlaBlaCar Bus
4h 13m
€17–31

Karlsruhe to Metz by train

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Distance: 226.4 km
Duration: 2h 17m

What companies run services between Karlsruhe, Germany and Metz, France?

You can take a train from Karlsruhe Hauptbahnhof to Metz Ville via Strasbourg Bahnhof and Strasbourg in around 2h 17m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Karlsruhe central train station to Metz 3 times a day. Tickets cost €20–35 and the journey takes 3h 25m. BlaBlaCar Bus also services this route twice daily.

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