Overview: trains from Lyon to Metz
Find the key information for travelling by train from Lyon 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.
Lyon to Metz train travel explained
Want to know how to get from Lyon to Metz by train? We have gathered for you all the useful information about this trip!
The fastest trains from Lyon to Metz take around 4 hours and 32 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 395 kilometres.
On weekdays, the first train leaving Lyon is scheduled to depart at around 08:30. The last departure is usually at around 18:04 . On Saturdays and Sundays, trains leave Lyon at around 07:46, with the last train leaving at around 18:30. There are frequent services on this particular rail route. On average, there are about 16 trains per day travelling between the two cities. They leave approximately every 3 minutes.
Prices for a single ticket between the two cities start from €50.92.
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 Lyon to Metz?
Yes, there is a direct train from Lyon to Metz.
How long does it take to travel from Lyon to Metz?
The Lyon to Metz train travel takes about 4 hours and 32 minutes, no matter when you leave.
What are the Lyon to Metz train times and schedule?
If you're travelling on a weekday, you'll find the earliest train to Metz leaving Lyon at around 08:30 and the last train leaving at around 18:04 . At weekends, the first train of the day leaves Lyon at around 07:46, with the final departure at 18:30.
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