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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Ghent | Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN) | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Bus | Ghent | Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN) | No tags |
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Compare 3 ways to travel from Ghent to Cologne
Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Cologne. The journey takes about 3 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just £16, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Ghent and Cologne?
Stops in Ghent
- A
Gent Dampoort Station Eurolines Bus Stop
De Lijn Bus stop, , Dampoort Rail Station, 9000 Ghent - BOktrooiplein 10, 9000 Dampoort, Belgium
- C
St Pieters Central Station - Ghent
St Pieters Central Station , Kon. Maria Hendrikaplein 6207, 9000 Gent, Belgium - D
Ghent M.Hendrikaplein
Ghent,, Belgium - E
Ghent Elisabethlaan 73
Ghent,, Belgium - F
Gent Dampoort
Land van Waaslaan 3795, 9000 Gent, Belgium
Stops in Cologne
- BBahnsteig Gleis 2 + 3, 50667 Köln, Germany
- CGummersbacher Str. 31, 50679 Köln, Germany
- D
Riehl Zoo
Riehler Str. 168, 50735 Köln, Germany - E
Leverkusen Mitte
Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße, 51373 Leverkusen - F
Rhein Energie Stadion
Cologne,, Germany
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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Ghent to Cologne
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much is the bus ticket from Ghent to Cologne?
The cheapest coach tickets from Ghent to Cologne start from £16. The average price for this route is around £23. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Ghent to Cologne?
The average bus journey time from Ghent to Cologne is 5h 55m, covering a distance of 141 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 4h 15m and is operated by Union Ivkoni.
Which bus companies service the Ghent to Cologne route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 3 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Union Ivkoni.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Ghent to Cologne?
The earliest bus departs from Ghent to Cologne at 03:45. And the latest bus departs at 20:55.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Ghent to Cologne?
A bus journey from Ghent to Cologne produces an estimated 6 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Which is the best bus company from Ghent to Cologne?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is FlixBus, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 11380 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Ghent to Cologne?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Ghent to Cologne?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Ghent to Cologne?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is FlixBus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Ghent to Cologne was searched and found on 3 Dec 2025 with a price of £14To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Ghent to Cologne as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £14 to £50 for a bus ticket from Ghent to Cologne based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £14, which is on 2025-12-03.
What's the cheapest way to go from Ghent to Cologne?
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
