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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Cologne to Ghent
Cheapest price
€26
Average price
€26
Fastest journey
5 h 20 m
Average duration
5 h 20 m
Buses per day
1
Distance
227 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Cologne to Ghent is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cologne to Ghent will cost around €26 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €26.
Of the 1 buses that leave Cologne for Ghent on Mon, Dec 15, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Dec 15 the direct buses cover the 227 km distance in an average of 5 h 20 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 20 m .
On Mon, Dec 15 the slowest buses will take 5 h 20 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Cologne to Ghent
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cologne to Ghent among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €12. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 33m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €12, and a flight costs an average of €292.
Distance: 227 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
€30 Average price Cheapest | €78 Average price | €636 Average price |
4h 58m Average total duration 4h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 3m Average total duration Fastest 2h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 10m Average total duration 5h 10m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Cologne to Ghent bus times
The table below shows live departures for Cologne to Ghent buses for today, Sunday, December 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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| 11:20 AM Cologne | 7h00 | 6:20 PM Ghent | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 4:50 PM Cologne | 6h55 | 11:45 PM Ghent | 0 transfersDirect | |
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| FlixBus | 2:05 AM Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 5h20 | 7:25 AM Gent, Ghent | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Overview: Bus from Cologne to Ghent
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Buses from Cologne to Ghent run on average 4 times per day, taking around 4h 28m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €12 if you book in advance.
There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 02:05, the last at 23:50. The fastest bus covers the 227 km distance in 4h 50m.
Distance 227 km |
Average bus duration 4h 28m |
Cheapest ticket price €12 |
Buses per day 4 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 4h 50m |
First bus 02:05 |
Last bus 23:50 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, Ourbus from Cologne to GhentYou can travel by bus between Cologne to Ghent with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, Ourbus for as low as €12. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Cologne to Ghent
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cologne to Ghent by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Ghent, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
When departing from Cologne, you have various coach station options to start your route from including Cologne, Siegburger Street (Access Tankstelle) and Köln, ZOB. When arriving in Ghent, you can end your trip in coach stations like Gent, Ghent and Ghent.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Cologne, Siegburger Street (Access Tankstelle), which is located around 3.2 miles (5.2 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Gent, Ghent, located 1.8 miles (2.9 km) away from the city centre.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Cologne to Ghent
Wifi
Parking
ATM
Accessibility
WC
- Free Wi-Fi
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
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DiningATM
TaxisAccessibilityWC
Ticket Office
- 00:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Köln Hbf (in the station)
- Local Cuisine Express (in the station)
- Fast Food Corner (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 132, 133, 250, 260 Metro: U5, U16, U18 Train: S6, S11, S12, S13
WifiParkingATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 00:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside Terminal 2 arrivals area.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: SB60 Train: S13, S19
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