The cheapest and fastest coaches from Ghent to Cologne
Cheapest price
£20
Average price
£21
Fastest journey
5 h 55 m
Average duration
6 h 37 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
227 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Ghent to Cologne is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ghent to Cologne will cost around £21 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £20.
Of the 3 buses that leave Ghent for Cologne every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 227 km distance in an average of 6 h 37 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 55 m .
The slowest buses will take 7 h 10 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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Compare train and coach for Ghent to Cologne
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Ghent to Cologne among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 24m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £8, and a train costs an average of £52.
Distance: 227 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
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£23 Average Price Cheapest | £74 Average Price |
4h 42m Average total duration 4h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 54m Average total duration Fastest 2h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Ghent to Cologne bus times
The table below shows live departures for Ghent to Cologne coaches for today, Monday 17 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 18:55 Ghent | 5h45 | 00:40 Cologne | 0 changesdirect | |
| Tuesday 18 November | |||||
FlixBus · FlixBus | 02:45 Gent, Ghent | 6h45 | 09:30 Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 08:40 Gent, Ghent | 7h10 | 15:50 Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 13:55 Gent, Ghent | 5h55 | 19:50 Köln, Kennedystraße (Bonn Flughafen) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Ghent to Cologne
Buses from Ghent to Cologne run on average 4 times per day, taking around 4h 12m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £8 if you book in advance.
There are 2 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 02:05, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 227 km distance in 5h 45m.
Distance 227 km |
Average bus duration 4h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price £8 |
Buses per day 4 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 5h 45m |
First bus 02:05 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, Ourbus from Ghent to CologneYou can travel by bus between Ghent to Cologne with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar, Ourbus for as low as £8. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Ghent to Cologne coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ghent to Cologne by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Cologne, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Ghent and Cologne
- Free Wi-Fi
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- 00:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Köln Hbf (in the station)
- Local Cuisine Express (in the station)
- Fast Food Corner (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 132, 133, 250, 260 Metro: U5, U16, U18 Train: S6, S11, S12, S13
- 00:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside Terminal 2 arrivals area.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: SB60 Train: S13, S19
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