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Compare 3 ways to travel from Gent to Cologne

Bus
Average priceUS$26 - US$68Average duration5h 55m
6kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Train
Average priceUS$48 - US$158Average duration2h 44m
5kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
FastestMost eco-friendly
Carpool
Average priceUS$23 - US$36Average duration3h 10m
10kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
Cheapest
busbud logoBusbud recommends carpooling from Gent 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 US$23, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5carpool per day
3h 10mAverage duration
US$23Cheapest ticket
10kgCO₂ emissions

Train Gent to Cologne: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket priceUS$86
Average train trip duration2h 44m
Number of daily trains13
Earliest train departure07:41
Distance142 miles
Latest train departure20:24

Gent to Cologne Train

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Gent - Cologne

  1. How much does a cheap train ticket from Gent to Cologne cost?

    The average train ticket price from Gent to Cologne is US$86. The best way to find cheap train tickets from Gent to Cologne is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

  2. How long is the train trip from Gent to Cologne?

    A train trip between Gent and Cologne is around 2h 44m, although the fastest train will take about 2h 32m. This is the time it takes to travel the 141 miles that separates the two cities.

  3. How many daily train are there between Gent and Cologne?

    The number of trains from Gent to Cologne can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 13. Some trains are direct while others include transferring trains. Simplify your train trip from Gent to Cologne by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

Taking the fastest trains allows you to travel at speeds greater than 300 km/h. Taking a trip from Gent to Cologne is not only much quicker but more comfortable too! You can usually travel directly to the city centre and save time while you're at it.

Regional train? High-speed train? Whichever train to Cologne you take, you’ll help reduce the environmental impact and carbon footprint of your trip. As you watch the landscapes unfold before your eyes, you can tell yourself that with this choice, you are making sure they remain protected.

By choosing the train between Gent and Cologne, you emit up to 30 times less CO2 than for the same journey made by plane or car!

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your train trip from Gent to Cologne while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

One of the deepest train stations in the world is in Kiev. Located at a depth of 105m, it was designed in this way to serve as a shelter in the event of an attack. The second deepest station is in China. Badaling station is located 60m under the Great Wall of China!

The longest train journey in the world is between Europe and Asia. This long journey starts from Porto in Portugal and crosses the whole European continent to reach Hanoi in Vietnam in 12 days while travelling more than 17,000 km.

Some trains in Sweden can recover more than a fifth of the energy they use by braking. This is especially true with ore trains as they descend from Narvik to Kiruna.

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Train from Cologne to Gent

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