Mannheim to Metz by train
Metz lies 171 km (106 mi) west of Mannheim, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 1 h 10 min at the speeds typical of Germany and France rail, over roughly 209 km (130 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Mannheim | Metz | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Germany | France |
| Population | 307,960 | 123,914 |
| Elevation | 100 m (328 ft) | 182 m (597 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Europe/Berlin) | UTC+2 (Europe/Paris) |
| Stations on record | Mannheim-Friedrichsfeld station, Mannheim Central Station, Mannheim-Waldhof station | Ancienne gare de Metz, Metz-Marchandises |
| Postal codes | 68159–68309 | 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 trains from Mannheim to Metz
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Staying in Metz
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Common questions
How far is Metz from Mannheim?
171 km (106 mi) in a straight line, west of Mannheim; by road roughly 209 km (130 mi).
How long does it take to get from Mannheim to Metz by train?
About 1 h 10 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Mannheim 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 13 September 2026. Hotel 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.