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Cologne Central Station to Metz trains

Book train tickets from Cologne Central Station to Metz at the best prices on Trip.com. Here's an overview of the journey:

Quick guide
Departure station:Cologne Central Station
Train operators:SNCF,Eurostar
Arrival station:Metz
Ticket price:From £136.63
First train:Departs at 12:42
Distance:Approximately 209 km
Last train:Departs at 12:42
Journey time:Average 6h 21m, with the fastest trains taking 6h 21m

Cologne Central Station to Metz train timetable

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DepartureArrivalOperator
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12:42
6h 21m, Changes required
Cologne Central Station
19:03
Metz Town
EurostarSNCF
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Cologne Central Station to Metz Train Route Details

For as low as £136.63, you can enjoy the fastest train journey, covering a distance of around 209 km in 6h 21m. Train companies SNCF,Eurostar offer you 1 train services daily. Check the train route table below to plan your journey.

First train
First train
12:42
Last train
Last train
12:42
Departure station
Departure station
Cologne Central Station
Arrival station
Arrival station
Metz
Journey time
Journey time
6h 21m
Distance
Distance
209 km
Price
Price
From £136.63
Train operators
Train operators
SNCF,Eurostar

Eurostar train classes from Cologne Central Station to Metz

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  • Standard

    Standard

    Standard Class provides affordable and spacious seating, with power outlets and complimentary Wi-Fi. Passengers can also buy drinks, meals, and snacks on board.

  • Plus

    Plus

    In the Plus Class, travelers can enjoy extra spacious seats, two delicious dishes and drinks served at your seat (London routes only)

  • Premier

    Premier

    Premier Class offers more flexible refund and exchange policy, exclusive lounge access in London, Paris and Brussels, priority ticket gates (London routes only), extra spacious seats, a unique menu created by some of Europe's best chefs (selected routes only), and a larger luggage allowance, ensuring an excellent journey.

Facilities on Eurostar trains

Since the merger of Eurostar and Thalys in 2023, Eurostar trains come in two varieties: blue and red

FacilitiesRed EurostarBlue Eurostar
Speed
Up to 300 km/hUp to 300 km/h
How far in advance to book
Around 6–8 monthsAround 6–8 months
Main destinations
Red Eurostar trains serve France, Belgium, the Netherlands, and GermanyBlue Eurostar trains operate on services traveling to and from London
E-tickets
Wi-Fi
Fast Track boarding
Premier ClassPremier Class
Club Lounge
Premier ClassPremier Class

Change and refunds

  • Standard/Plus

  • Premier

  • Changes Free date/time changes until 1 hour before departure. No destination changes. Fare difference must be paid when the new fare is higher, but no refunds will be given when the new fare is lower. Upgrades to Plus are permitted, but upgrades to Premier are not.
  • Refunds Available until 7 days before departure with fees (£25/€25/$40 per segment). Non-refundable within 7 days before departure or after a late date/time change.
  • Changes: Free date/time changes until 48 hours after departure. Same price difference rules apply.
  • Refunds: Free refunds until 48 hours after departure. Non-refundable thereafter.

FAQs About Cologne Central Station to Metz Trains

  • Is Eurostar direct from Cologne Central Station to Metz?

    No. There is no direct Eurostar to Metz and it needs to change 1 times, the travel time is 6h 21m.

  • How much is the Eurostar from Cologne Central Station to Metz?

    Trip.com provides you with a cheap price for Eurostar trains. Starting at £136.63, the whole journey is around 6h 21m.

  • How long is the Eurostar from Cologne Central Station to Metz?

    Eurostar trains are high-speed and mostly direct. The entire journey takes approximately 6h 21m, providing you with a comfortable seat and beautiful scenery.

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