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

The cheapest way to get from Metz to Erfurt is to bus which costs €40 - €70 and takes 7h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Metz to Erfurt is to drive which takes 4h 33m and costs €75 - €110.

Is there a direct bus between Metz and Erfurt?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Metz and arriving at Erfurt central train station station. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 7h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Metz and Erfurt?

No, there is no direct train from Metz to Erfurt. However, there are services departing from Metz Ville and arriving at Erfurt Hbf via Strasbourg. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 27m.

How far is it from Metz to Erfurt?

The distance between Metz and Erfurt is 625 km. The road distance is 484.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Metz to Erfurt without a car is to train which takes 6h 27m and costs €110 - €440.

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

It takes approximately 6h 27m to get from Metz to Erfurt, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Metz to Erfurt bus from?

Metz to Erfurt bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Metz station.

Where do I catch the Metz to Erfurt train from?

Metz to Erfurt train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), depart from Metz Ville station.

Train or bus from Metz to Erfurt?

The best way to get from Metz to Erfurt is to train which takes 6h 27m and costs €110 - €440. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €40 - €70 and takes 7h 45m.

Where does the Metz to Erfurt bus arrive?

Metz to Erfurt bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Erfurt central train station.

Where does the Metz to Erfurt train arrive?

Metz to Erfurt train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), arrive at Strasbourg station.

Can I drive from Metz to Erfurt?

Yes, the driving distance between Metz to Erfurt is 485 km. It takes approximately 4h 33m to drive from Metz to Erfurt.

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

Book your Metz to Erfurt train tickets online with Omio.

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

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

Where can I stay near Erfurt?

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Metz to Erfurt - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 7 ways to get from Metz to Erfurt by train (TGV), bus, train, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Metz Ville to Strasbourgtrain Ter / ...
2. Take the train from Strasbourg to Erfurt Hbftrain Ice / ...
6h 27m
€111–431
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Metz to Erfurt central train stationbus N1306
7h 45m
€40–70
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Metz to Frankfurt central train stationbus N235 / ...
2. Take the train from Frankfurt to Erfurt Hbftrain 12 / ...
6h 29m
€64–248
Drive 484.9 km
1. Drive from Metz to Erfurtcar 484.9 km
4h 33m
€75–109
Train, fly to Frankfurt
1. Take the train from Metz Ville to Luxembourgtrain
2. Fly from Luxembourg (LUX) to Frankfurt (FRA)plane LUX - FRA
3. Take the train from Frankfurt to Erfurt Hbftrain
6h 18m
€152–530
Train via Frankfurt am Main
1. Take the train from Metz Ville to Forbachtrain Ter
2. Take the train from Saarbrücken Hbf to Frankfurttrain Re3
3. Take the train from Frankfurt to Erfurt Hbftrain 12 / ...
7h 43m
€92–411
Train, fly to Leipzig-Halle Airport
1. Take the train from Metz Ville to Luxembourgtrain
2. Fly from Luxembourg (LUX) to Leipzig-Halle Airport (LEJ)plane LUX - LEJ
3. Take the train from Halle(Saale)Hbf to Erfurt Hbftrain
8h 9m
€160–493

Metz to Erfurt by train

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6h 27mAverage Duration

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Distance: 625.1 km
Duration: 6h 27m

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

You can take a train from Metz Ville to Erfurt Hbf via Strasbourg in around 6h 27m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Metz to Erfurt central train station once daily. Tickets cost €40–70 and the journey takes 7h 45m.

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