Is there a way to reach Metz from Lyon without a car?

You have the option of traveling from one city to the other by either bus or train. Both are practical and sustainable ways to travel to Metz. Another option you should consider is using carpooling services, which allow you to share a car ride with other travelers.

How long is the bus trip from Lyon to Metz?

Traveling from Lyon to Metz takes around 8h on average, although the fastest bus will take 6h 5m, on average. This is the time it takes to travel the 241 miles (389 km) that separate the two cities.

What is the distance between Lyon and Metz?

About 241 miles (389 km) separate Lyon and Metz.

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Lyon to Metz?

If you're headed to Metz from Lyon, chances are that your bus will leave from Perrache and arrive at Gare routière de Metz. These are the main departure and arrival locations on this route, but you can find others that could fit better into your travel plans.

What is the cheapest way to go from Lyon to Metz?

If you want the cheapest way to travel this route, pick the bus. The lowest price for the bus on this route is $16.

What is the ticket price for the bus trip from Lyon to Metz?

The average price of a one-way ticket from Lyon to Metz is $40. In the last 30 days, the prices ranged from $16 to $162, so it's good to do your research before booking.

Lyon to Metz Bus Tickets

TodayMay 5

from $43

TomorrowMay 6

WedMay 7

ThuMay 8

from $53

FriMay 9

from $64

SatMay 10

from $53

SunMay 11

MonMay 12

Cheap buses leaving Thursday

One passenger / one way

This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest + Fastest
Departure time: May 8 at 1:40pm
Departure city: Lyon
Departure location: Lyon - Perrache Bus Station
Arrival time: May 8 at 8:30pm
Destination city: Metz
Destination location: Gare routière de Metz
Operated by: BlaBlaCar Bus
Vehicle: BusDuration: 6h 50m

Accepted payments

Compare 3 ways to go from Lyon to Metz.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$16 - $162	Average Duration8h	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	Cheapest
Train	Average Price$68 - $338	Average Duration5h	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	Most eco-friendly
Carpool	Average Price$25 - $91	Average Duration4h 40m	CO₂ emissions 16kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars	Fastest

Busbud recommends carpooling from Lyon to Metz

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Metz. The journey takes about 4 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just $25, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

20carpool per day

4h 40mAverage Duration

$25Cheapest ticket

16kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Lyon to Metz: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$40

Average bus trip duration8h

Number of daily buses3

Earliest bus departure1:20am

Distance240 miles (387 km)

Latest bus departure11:40pm

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FlixBus

3.5/58,501 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.6

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

BlaBlaCar Bus

3.5/510,168 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.7

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi2.5

FR bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Rede Expressos, Trenitalia, Sindbad, MarinoBus

Lyon to Metz Bus

Busbud shows you the best bus ticket fares and bus schedules so you can easily plan and book a trip by bus from Lyon to Metz.

Bus service from Lyon to Metz will be provided by the most trusted bus companies.

Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to Metz from Lyon, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Where are the popular stops in Lyon and Metz?

Stops in Lyon

A - Perrache

B - Lyon Airport

C - Les Charrières

D - Gare Routière - Lyon Part-Dieu

E - Lyon

F - Quai de Saoune

Stops in Metz

A - Gare routière de Metz

B - Arrêt d'Autobus de Metz - Monument aux Morts

C - Metz Autobus

D - G. R. Quai 17

E - Rue Winston Churchill

F - Metz - Pointcarré

Frequently asked questions for your trip Lyon - Metz

Is there a way to reach Metz from Lyon without a car?
How long is the bus trip from Lyon to Metz?
What is the distance between Lyon and Metz?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Lyon to Metz?
What is the cheapest way to go from Lyon to Metz?
What is the ticket price for the bus trip from Lyon to Metz?

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

05/03

$47

05/04

$72

Today

$43

05/06

$38

05/07

$14

05/08

$53

05/09

$64

05/10

$53

The cheapest trip from Lyon to Metz was searched and found on May 7, 2025 with a price of $14

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Lyon to Metz, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $14 to $126 for a bus ticket from Lyon to Metz based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $14 which is on 2025-05-07.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

If you're abroad, study some local language. Not only could it get you out of a pickle during your bus trip from Lyon to Metz but it'll also be endearing to native speakers who will surely appreciate your effort.

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Lyon to Metz, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Lyon to Metz.

Make a music playlist for your bus ride from Lyon to Metz, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!

What's the cheapest way to go from Lyon to Metz?

The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel Time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel Time8h	Avg Price$40	Daily Departures3
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time5h	Avg Price$162	Daily Departures1
Vehicle TypeCarpool	Travel Time4h 40m	Avg Price$49	Daily Departures20

Will you be returning to Lyon by bus?

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Bus Tickets from Lyon to Metz

One passenger / one way

Cheap buses leaving Thursday

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One passenger / one way

One passenger / one way

Compare 3 ways to go from Lyon to Metz.

Bus Lyon to Metz: Trip Overview

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Lyon to Metz Bus

Where are the popular stops in Lyon and Metz?

Frequently asked questions for your trip Lyon - Metz

Is there a way to reach Metz from Lyon without a car?

How long is the bus trip from Lyon to Metz?

What is the distance between Lyon and Metz?

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Lyon to Metz?

What is the cheapest way to go from Lyon to Metz?

What is the ticket price for the bus trip from Lyon to Metz?

Find cheapest prices for buses

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Did you know?

What's the cheapest way to go from Lyon to Metz?

Will you be returning to Lyon by bus?

You can also go to Metz by train

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