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

The cheapest way to get from Leuven to Metz is to drive which costs €40 - €60 and takes 2h 53m.

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

The fastest way to get from Leuven to Metz is to drive which takes 2h 53m and costs €40 - €60.

Is there a direct train between Leuven and Metz?

No, there is no direct train from Leuven to Metz. However, there are services departing from Louvain and arriving at Metz Ville via Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi and Paris Est. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 12m.

How far is it from Leuven to Metz?

The distance between Leuven and Metz is 653 km. The road distance is 260.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Leuven to Metz without a car is to train which takes 4h 12m and costs €100 - €290.

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

It takes approximately 4h 12m to get from Leuven to Metz, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Leuven to Metz train from?

Leuven to Metz train services, operated by Eurostar, depart from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi station.

Where does the Leuven to Metz train arrive?

Leuven to Metz train services, operated by Eurostar, arrive at Paris Nord station.

Can I drive from Leuven to Metz?

Yes, the driving distance between Leuven to Metz is 260 km. It takes approximately 2h 53m to drive from Leuven to Metz.

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

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Where can I stay near Metz?

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Leuven to Metz - 3 ways to travel via train, car, and bus

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There are 3 ways to get from Leuven to Metz by train (Eurostar, TGV), car, train, or bus

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi to Paris Nordtrain Thalys
2. Take the train from Paris Est to Metz Villetrain Tgv
4h 12m
€105–285
Drive 260.1 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Leuven to Metzcar 260.1 km
2h 53m
€40–58
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Louvain to Luxembourgtrain Ic
2. Take the bus from Luxembourg, Gare Rocade to Thionville, Gare routièrebus L91 / ...
4h 50m

Leuven to Metz by train and foot

122Weekly Services

4h 12mAverage Duration

€105Cheapest Price

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Distance: 652.9 km
Duration: 4h 12m

What companies run services between Leuven, Belgium and Metz, France?

You can take a train from Louvain to Metz Ville via Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi, Paris Nord, and Paris Est in around 4h 12m.

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