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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Cologne to Ghent

Composite routes from Cologne to Ghent

Cheapest
2 h 34 min
Car
267 km.
from $14

Transport providers

Train operators

Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express

Phone:
+49 30 311-682904
Website:
bahn.de/
Train from Köln Hbf to Brussels-Nord
Ave. Duration:
1h 44m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$54.71–$61.07

Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)

Phone:
+32 70 79 79 79
Website:
belgiantrain.be/en
Train from Brussels-Nord to Gent-Sint-Pieters
Ave. Duration:
41 min
Frequency:
Every 15 minutes
Estimated price:
$8.27–$12.72

Österreichische Bundesbahnen

Website:
konzern.oebb.at/
Train from Köln Hbf to Brussels-Nord
Ave. Duration:
2h 44m
Frequency:
3 times a week

Bus operators

Tarsin

Phone:
+40 230 562 929
Email:
Website:
tarsin.ro/
Bus from Köln to Gent
Ave. Duration:
4h 5m
Frequency:
Once a week
Estimated price:
$10.81–$13.99

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Cologne to Ghent is to bus which costs $9.24 - $11.96 and takes 4h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Cologne to Ghent is to train which takes 2h 31m and costs $54.35 - $65.22 .

Is there a direct bus between Cologne and Ghent?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Köln and arriving at Gent. Services depart once a week, and operate Friday. The journey takes approximately 4h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Cologne and Ghent?

No, there is no direct train from Cologne to Ghent. However, there are services departing from Köln Hbf and arriving at Gent-Sint-Pieters via Brussels-Nord. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 31m.

How far is it from Cologne to Ghent?

The distance between Cologne and Ghent is 272 km. The road distance is 266.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Cologne to Ghent without a car is to train which takes 2h 31m and costs $54.35 - $65.22 .

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

It takes approximately 2h 31m to get from Cologne to Ghent, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Ghent bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Cologne to Ghent train from?

Cologne to Ghent train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express, depart from Köln Hbf station.

Train or bus from Cologne to Ghent?

The best way to get from Cologne to Ghent is to train which takes 2h 31m and costs $54.35 - $65.22 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $9.24 - $11.96 and takes 4h 5m.

Where does the Cologne to Ghent bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cologne to Ghent train arrive?

Cologne to Ghent train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express, arrive at Brussels-Nord station.

Can I drive from Cologne to Ghent?

Yes, the driving distance between Cologne to Ghent is 266 km. It takes approximately 2h 32m to drive from Cologne to Ghent.

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

Book your Cologne to Ghent train tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Ghent?

There are 729+ hotels available in Ghent. Prices start at $51.96 per night.
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