Festive French seats are live for travel between Dec 14 to early Jan* – book in advance to save! Ho, ho, gooo…

Skip to contentTrainline homepage
RailcardsBusiness

No tickets in your basket.

Why not plan a trip?

My Bookings
Loading...
Loading...

Trains from Metz to Karlsruhe

Booking.com

ExternalLinkExternalLink

Open Booking.com in a new tab with places to stay on your trip

SNCF
Trenitalia

Compare prices from over 270 rail and coach companies in Europe

Icon of trainline-phone-tickets.svg

Buy your tickets with us and easily find them on your phone

Icon of trainline-safe-payments.svg

Safely pay with PayPal, Visa and all international payment cards

What customers say about Trainline

Read real reviews from real users

Trustpilot
  1. Home
  2. Train times
  3. Metz to Karlsruhe

Taking the train from Metz to Karlsruhe in 1 hour 44 minutes

Thinking about taking the train from Metz to Karlsruhe? We’ve got you covered.

It usually takes around 3 hours 14 minutes to travel the 101 miles (163 km) from Metz to Karlsruhe by train, although you can get there in as little as 1 hour 44 minutes on the fastest services. You’ll normally find around 19 trains per day running on this route. You’ll need to make 1 change along the way as there aren't any direct services on this line.

Train tickets from Metz to Karlsruhe are usually cheaper when you book in advance compared to buying them on the day. Start a search in our Journey Planner to check out the latest prices.

Keen to book your train tickets to Karlsruhe? No need to wait, start a search with us today! If you want to find out a bit more about the journey first, you can find our train timetable below, tips on booking cheap tickets and our FAQs, including first and last train times.

Trains to Karlsruhe from Metz

First train

05:46

Last train

22:38

Departure stationMetz
Arrival stationKarlsruhe
Journey time

From 1h 44m

Distance

101 miles (163 km)

Frequency

19 trains per day

Changes

1 change

Train and bus operators

BlaBlaCar Bus, Flixbus

What do people frequently ask about the train journey from Metz to Karlsruhe?

Want to know more about your journey from Metz to Karlsruhe? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

How do you get to Karlsruhe from Metz?

To travel to Karlsruhe from Metz, you can take the train - on average, the journey takes around 3 hours and 14 minutes, though the fastest trains can take 1 hour and 44 minutes. Alternatively, you can also take the bus from Metz to Karlsruhe. Use our Journey Planner to get more information.

How long is the train ride from Metz to Karlsruhe?

Trains from Metz to Karlsruhe take an average of 3 hours and 14 minutes, although on the fastest services it can take just 1 hour and 44 minutes. You'll usually find 19 trains per day on this route, so use our Journey Planner to check specific dates as times may vary.

What is the quickest journey time between Metz and Karlsruhe by train?

The quickest journey time between Metz and Karlsruhe by train is 1 hour and 44 minutes.

Are there direct trains from Metz to Karlsruhe?

No, there are no direct trains running from Metz to Karlsruhe, you’ll usually need to make at least 1 change during the journey.

What are the train times from Metz to Karlsruhe?

Check out the next trains departing from Metz to Karlsruhe for Tuesday 14th October 2025. For the full train timetable/schedule, or to search for a later time or date, click here.
DepartsArrivesDuration
09:3412:252h 51m, 1 change
09:3812:543h 16m, 2 changes
11:1013:462h 36m, 1 change
11:3814:543h 16m, 3 changes
12:3315:252h 52m, 1 change
12:3815:583h 20m, 3 changes
13:4216:493h 7m, 2 changes
13:4216:533h 11m, 1 change
14:3817:543h 16m, 3 changes
15:4218:423h 0m, 2 changes

How do I find cheap train tickets from Metz to Karlsruhe?

If you’re planning a trip to Europe soon, our Trainline team of experts have put together some tips to help you find cheap tickets. Booking on the day in Europe is usually more expensive and costs can vary depending on the time of day, route or travel class.

1. Book in advance

The price of train tickets from Metz to Karlsruhe starts at § one-way for a Standard Class ticket if you book in advance. Most train companies across Europe release their tickets around three to six months ahead of time, so if you know the dates you want to travel, you may be able to find cheaper tickets.

2. Be flexible with your travel times

If you can, consider travelling outside of 'peak hours' (generally between 06:00 - 10:00 and 15:00 - 19:00 on weekdays) as many train companies increase their ticket prices during these commuter times.

3. Buy a rail pass

If you're visiting multiple locations on your trip, buying a rail pass can be cheaper than buying individual tickets. We're official retailers of Interrail Passes that are valid for travel within one country or multiple countries across Europe.

4. Choose a slower or connecting train

On some busier routes, you might have the option to take a slower or connecting train. It may take longer than some high-speed or direct services, but if you have some extra time on your hands, you might find a cheaper fare.

5. Look out for train ticket sales and discounts

Many train companies in Europe will often run sales on tickets throughout the year or offer discounts to senior/youth/group travellers, so keep an eye out!

6. Take a night train

Save on accommodation and use the night to travel by sleeper train to your next destination.

For specific information about how to get your hands on cheap tickets, check out our European train tickets hub.

§Some train companies may not offer any Advance ticket types or cheaper deals for early bookings. On rare occasions, train companies may choose to release special offers closer to the date on last-minute or late-release tickets. This is dependent on the individual train operating company you travel with.

Europe’s leading train and coach app

We help customers across Europe make more than 172,000 smarter journeys every day.

Get a link