Hamburg to Metz by bus
Metz lies 560 km (348 mi) south-west of Hamburg, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
A coach takes about 10 h 17 min including stops, over roughly 683 km (424 mi) of road.
| Hamburg | Metz | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Germany | France |
| Population | 2 million | 123,914 |
| Elevation | 9 m (30 ft) | 182 m (597 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Europe/Berlin) | UTC+2 (Europe/Paris) |
| Postal codes | 20038–22769 | 57000–57778 CEDEX 9 |
What changes when you arrive in Metz
Crossing from Germany into France: sockets are Euro, Type E; the dialling code becomes +33; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q1061257 / http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648842.
Where to book buses from Hamburg to Metz
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Staying in Metz
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Common questions
How far is Metz from Hamburg?
560 km (348 mi) in a straight line, south-west of Hamburg; by road roughly 683 km (424 mi).
How long does it take to get from Hamburg to Metz by bus?
About 10 h 17 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Hamburg and Metz?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
What currency do I need in Metz?
The Euro (EUR).
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.