Hamburg to Metz by train

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Overview: trains from Hamburg to Metz

Find the key information for travelling by train from Hamburg to Metz, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.

First train 00:25 View journey
Last train 23:50 View journey
Avg changes 2
Fastest journey 7hr 14m View journey
Distance (km) 559
Trains / day 31 View all
Cheapest journey US$159.00 View journey
Avg journey time 16hr 56m
Train operators 24

Hamburg to Metz train travel explained

Want to know how to get from Hamburg to Metz by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!

The fastest trains from Hamburg to Metz take around 7 hours and 14 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 559 kilometres.

On weekdays, the first train leaving Hamburg is scheduled to depart at around  00:25. The last departure is usually at around 22:46 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Hamburg at around 00:33, with the last train leaving at around 23:50. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 31 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 23 minutes.

Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from US$159.00.

We think any time is a great time to visit Metz, as each season has its own unique charm. Nevertheless, please make sure you check the local weather and average seasonal temperatures at destination before deciding on your holiday.

For more tips to help you plan your journey, check out our help articles, or read our guide to Metz.

Is there a direct train from Hamburg to Metz?

The journey between Hamburg and Metz usually involves changes of train.

We usually find around departures on this route every weekday, counting only those that leave enough time to change trains without waiting around for longer than necessary.

Trains are typically more frequent on weekends, when we found around departures.

How long does it take to travel from Hamburg to Metz?

The Hamburg to Metz train travel takes about 7 hours and 14 minutes, no matter when you leave.

What are the Hamburg to Metz train times and schedule?

If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Metz leaving Hamburg at around 00:25 and the last train leaving at around 22:46 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Hamburg at around 00:33, with the final departure at 23:50.

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Child and youth passengers

The definition of "Child" and "Youth" varies by country and operator. This is why we ask for the age of young passengers.

Sometimes children below a certain age can travel without a seat for free. If you want to guarantee a seat for child passengers, enter '6' as the age of the child.

Read more about child and youth passenger ages. See also youth discounts and railcards.