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268 km.
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268 km.
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Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Ghent Dampoort to Leverkusen
Ave. Duration:
4h 55m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$29.06–$40.43

Tarsin

Phone:
+40 230 562 929
Email:
Website:
tarsin.ro/
Bus from Gent to Köln
Ave. Duration:
4h
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$10.74–$13.90

Train operators

Eurostar

Phone:
+44 343 218 6186
Website:
eurostar.com/rw-en
Train from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi to Koeln
Ave. Duration:
1h 50m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$69.48–$151.60

Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express

Phone:
+49 30 311-682904
Website:
bahn.de/
Train from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi to Koeln
Ave. Duration:
1h 50m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$54.32–$61.90

Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)

Phone:
+32 70 79 79 79
Website:
belgiantrain.be/en
Train from Gent-Sint-Pieters to Bruxelles-Midi
Ave. Duration:
44 min
Frequency:
Every 15 minutes
Estimated price:
$8.21–$12.63

Österreichische Bundesbahnen

Website:
konzern.oebb.at/
Train from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi to Koeln
Ave. Duration:
2h 44m
Frequency:
6 times a week

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Ghent to Cologne?

The cheapest way to get from Ghent to Cologne is to bus which costs $9.24 - $11.96 and takes 4h.

What is the fastest way to get from Ghent to Cologne?

The fastest way to get from Ghent to Cologne is to drive which takes 2h 33m and costs $46.74 - $70.65 .

Is there a direct bus between Ghent and Cologne?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Gent and arriving at Köln. Services depart once a week, and operate Friday. The journey takes approximately 4h.

Is there a direct train between Ghent and Cologne?

No, there is no direct train from Ghent to Cologne. However, there are services departing from Gent-Sint-Pieters and arriving at Koeln Hbf via Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 15m.

How far is it from Ghent to Cologne?

The distance between Ghent and Cologne is 276 km. The road distance is 271.1 km.

How do I travel from Ghent to Cologne without a car?

The best way to get from Ghent to Cologne without a car is to train which takes 3h 15m and costs $54.35 - $141.30 .

How long does it take to get from Ghent to Cologne?

It takes approximately 3h 15m to get from Ghent to Cologne, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ghent to Cologne bus from?

Ghent to Cologne bus services, operated by Tarsin, depart from Gent station.

Where do I catch the Ghent to Cologne train from?

Ghent to Cologne train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), depart from Gent-Sint-Pieters station.

Train or bus from Ghent to Cologne?

The best way to get from Ghent to Cologne is to train which takes 3h 15m and costs $54.35 - $141.30 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $9.24 - $11.96 and takes 4h.

Where does the Ghent to Cologne bus arrive?

Ghent to Cologne bus services, operated by Tarsin, arrive at Köln station.

Where does the Ghent to Cologne train arrive?

Ghent to Cologne train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Bruxelles-Midi station.

Can I drive from Ghent to Cologne?

Yes, the driving distance between Ghent to Cologne is 271 km. It takes approximately 2h 33m to drive from Ghent to Cologne.

How do I get a train ticket from Ghent to Cologne?

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Where can I stay near Cologne?

There are 1593+ hotels available in Cologne. Prices start at $45.33 per night.
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