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TodayMay 25
from US$27
TomorrowMay 26
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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest + Fastest
    Departure time: May 25 at
    Departure city: Ghent
    Departure location: Ghent
    Arrival time: May 26 at
    Destination city: Cologne
    Destination location: Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 3 ways to go from Ghent to Cologne

Average PriceUS$21 - US$70Average Duration5h 55m
6kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Average PriceUS$39 - US$99Average Duration2h 57m
5kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Most eco-friendly
Carpool
Average PriceUS$15 - US$32Average Duration2h 40m
10kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
CheapestFastest
busbud logoBusbud recommends carpooling from Ghent to Cologne

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Cologne. The journey takes about 2 hours 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$15, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4carpool per day
2h 40mAverage Duration
US$15Cheapest ticket
10kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Ghent to Cologne: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$29
Average Bus Trip Duration5h 55m
Number of daily buses4
Earliest bus departure3:45am
Distance237 km
Latest bus departure8:55pm

Ghent to Cologne Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Ghent - Cologne

  1. How long is the bus trip from Ghent to Cologne?

    The typical travel time from Ghent to Cologne by bus is around 5h 55m. If you're looking for the fastest way to get there, you'll find a bus doing the trip in about 4h 55m.

  2. How far is Ghent from Cologne?

    It's about 227 km (141 miles) from Ghent to Cologne.

  3. What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Ghent to Cologne?

    Buses traveling this route start their trip at Gent Dampoort Station Eurolines Bus Stop, in Ghent, and end it at Cologne/Bonn Airport, in Cologne.

  4. What is the cheapest way to travel from Ghent to Cologne?

    The least expensive way to go from Ghent to Cologne would be going by bus. The ticket price for this bus starts at US$21, making this your best choice for this trip.

  5. How much does it cost to take the bus from Ghent to Cologne?

    Taking the bus from Ghent to Cologne costs on average US$29.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
05-23
US$28
05-24
US$21
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US$24
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05-28
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05-29
US$28
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Ghent to Cologne was searched and found on May 24, 2025 with a price of US$21

To 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 US$21 to US$65 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 US$28 which is on 2025-05-29.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Ghent to Cologne.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Ghent to Cologne, get comfy and count the stars.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Ghent to Cologne.

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

Did you know?

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travellers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

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