How much is the bus ticket from Ghent to Cologne?

The cheapest bus tickets from Ghent to Cologne start from $20. The average price for this route is around $33. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Ghent to Cologne?

The average bus trip duration from Ghent to Cologne is 5h 55m, covering a distance of 148 miles (238 km). The quickest bus can get 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 , BlaBlaCar Bus , 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 3:45am. And the latest bus departs at 8:55pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Ghent to Cologne?

A bus trip from Ghent to Cologne generates an estimated 6 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Ghent to Cologne?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is BlaBlaCar Bus , with an average rating of 3.7 out of 5 stars based on 11197 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Ghent to Cologne?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.

Which bus company has the most timely service from Ghent to Cologne?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 BlaBlaCar Bus , with a cleanliness rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

Bus Ghent to Cologne from $24 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen trips

Next departures for Ghent to Cologne on December 18
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	9:35am	Ghent	4h 55m	2:30pm	Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße	No tags
Bus	9:40am	Ghent	7h 10m	4:50pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
Bus	2:55pm	Ghent	5h 55m	8:50pm	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
Bus	8:55pm	Ghent	5h 45m	2:40am	Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)	No tags
Bus	5:15am	St Pieters Central Station - Ghent	4h 15m	9:30am	Cologne / Bonn Airport Busterminal CGN Airport	No tags

Compare 3 ways to go from Ghent to Cologne

We recommend carpooling

Among the sustainable travel choices, the carpool stands out as the good way to reach Cologne. The journey takes about 3 hours and with fares starting at just $20, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4carpool per day

3hAverage Duration

141 milesDistance

10kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$20 - $106	Average Duration5h 55m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$40 - $179	Average Duration4h 20m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e
Carpool	Average Price$20 - $36	Average Duration3h	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e

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
B
Dampoort
Oktrooiplein 10, 9000 Dampoort, Belgium
Visit page
C
Station d'autobus Ghent (Akkerhage)
Akkerhage 1, 9000 Gent, Belgium
D
Ghent Bus Stop
Mellestraat 110, 9050 Gent, Belgium
E
Ghent M.Hendrikaplein
Ghent,, Belgium
F
Ghent Elisabethlaan 73
Ghent,, Belgium

Stops in Cologne

A
Cologne/Bonn Airport
Visit page
B
Hbf
Bahnsteig Gleis 2 + 3, 50667 Köln, Germany
Visit page
C
Gummersbacher Str.
Gummersbacher Str. 31, 50679 Köln, Germany
Visit page
D
Riehl Zoo
Riehler Str. 168, 50735 Köln, Germany
E
Leverkusen Mitte
Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße, 51373 Leverkusen
F
Rhein Energie Stadion
Cologne,, Germany

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511,640 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.

BlaBlaCar Bus

3.5/511,240 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.7

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi2.6

Union Ivkoni

2.5/51,957 reviews

Staff2.9

Timeliness2.8

Cleanliness2.7

Wifi0.9

DE bus companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Ghent to Cologne by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from Ghent to Cologne?
The cheapest bus tickets from Ghent to Cologne start from $20. The average price for this route is around $33. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Ghent to Cologne?
The average bus trip duration from Ghent to Cologne is 5h 55m, covering a distance of 148 miles (238 km). The quickest bus can get 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, BlaBlaCar Bus, 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 3:45am. And the latest bus departs at 8:55pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Ghent to Cologne?
A bus trip from Ghent to Cologne generates an estimated 6 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Ghent to Cologne?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is BlaBlaCar Bus, with an average rating of 3.7 out of 5 stars based on 11197 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Ghent to Cologne?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company FlixBus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.7.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Ghent to Cologne?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 BlaBlaCar Bus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

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12/19

$24

12/20

$41

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$30

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12/23

$33

The cheapest trip from Ghent to Cologne was searched and found on Dec 19, 2025 with a price of $24

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 $24 to $102 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 $24 which is on 2025-12-19.