Bus Tickets from Cologne to Ghent

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: May 9 at
    Departure city: Cologne
    Departure location: Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)
    Arrival time: May 9 at
    Destination city: Ghent
    Destination location: Ghent
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: May 9 at
    Departure city: Cologne
    Departure location: Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße
    Arrival time: May 9 at
    Destination city: Ghent
    Destination location: Ghent
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: May 9 at
    Departure city: Cologne
    Departure location: Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)
    Arrival time: May 9 at
    Destination city: Ghent
    Destination location: Ghent
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: May 9 at
    Departure city: Cologne
    Departure location: Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)
    Arrival time: May 9 at
    Destination city: Ghent
    Destination location: Ghent
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: May 9 at
    Departure city: Cologne
    Departure location: Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)
    Arrival time: May 10 at
    Destination city: Ghent
    Destination location: Ghent
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 3 ways to go from Cologne to Ghent

Average PriceUS$19 - US$109Average Duration5h 20m
6kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Cheapest
Average PriceUS$56 - US$172Average Duration2h 37m
5kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
FastestMost eco-friendly
Carpool
Average PriceUS$20 - US$29Average Duration2h 50m
10kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
busbud logoBusbud recommends carpooling from Cologne to Ghent

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as a good way to reach Ghent. The journey takes about 2 hours 50 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$20, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3carpool per day
2h 50mAverage Duration
US$20Cheapest ticket
10kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Cologne to Ghent: Trip Overview

Average Ticket PriceUS$33
Average Bus Trip Duration5h 20m
Number of daily buses4
Earliest bus departure3:05am
Distance237 km
Latest bus departure6:50pm

Cologne to Ghent Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Cologne - Ghent

  1. How long does it take to get to Ghent from Cologne by bus?

    The trip from Cologne to Ghent will take on average 5h 20m. If you're looking for the fastest way to get there, you'll find a bus doing the trip in about 4h 50m.

  2. What is the distance between Cologne and Ghent?

    The distance between Cologne and Ghent is around 227 km (141 miles).

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

    Buses traveling this route start their trip at Cologne/Bonn Airport, in Cologne, and end it at St Pieters Central Station - Ghent, in Ghent.

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

    If you're on a budget, consider traveling by bus to Ghent from Cologne; it tends to be more affordable. With a starting ticket price of US$19, this bus becomes your top pick for this journey.

  5. How much is the bus from Cologne to Ghent?

    Taking the bus from Cologne to Ghent costs on average US$33.

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

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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Cologne to Ghent was searched and found on May 2, 2025 with a price of US$22

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Cologne to Ghent, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$22 to US$79 for a bus ticket from Cologne to Ghent based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$22 which is on 2025-05-09.

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Buses have one of the smallest carbon footprints of motorized transport modes. A bus going from Cologne to Ghent will emit less CO2 than a car or an airplane.

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Did you know?

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

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

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