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from US$37

Next departures to Ghent

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  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
    Departure time: 23 August at
    Departure city: Cologne
    Departure location: Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)
    Arrival time: 23 August at
    Destination city: Ghent
    Destination location: Ghent
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
    Departure time: 23 August at
    Departure city: Cologne
    Departure location: Heinrich-von-Stephan-Straße
    Arrival time: 23 August at
    Destination city: Ghent
    Destination location: Ghent
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 23 August at
    Departure city: Cologne
    Departure location: Hbf
    Arrival time: 23 August at
    Destination city: Ghent
    Destination location: Ghent
    Operated by: Flixtrain + Flixbus
    Flixtrain + Flixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 23 August at
    Departure city: Cologne
    Departure location: Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)
    Arrival time: 23 August at
    Destination city: Ghent
    Destination location: Ghent
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:
  • Departure time: 23 August at
    Departure city: Cologne
    Departure location: Flughafen Köln/Bonn Airport (CGN)
    Arrival time: 23 August at
    Destination city: Ghent
    Destination location: Ghent
    Operated by: FlixbusFlixbus
    Vehicle: BusDuration:

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Compare 3 ways to travel from Cologne to Ghent

Bus
Average priceUS$25 - US$93Average duration5h 45m
6kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
Train
Average priceUS$39 - US$108Average duration2h 51m
5kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars
FastestMost eco-friendly
Carpool
Average priceUS$22 - US$28Average duration3h 40m
10kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars
Cheapest
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 3 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just US$22, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

16carpool per day
3h 40mAverage duration
US$22Cheapest ticket
10kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Cologne to Ghent: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$36
Average bus trip duration5h 45m
Number of daily buses4
Earliest bus departure03:05
Distance147 miles
Latest bus departure19:20

Cologne to Ghent Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Cologne - Ghent

  1. What's the distance between Cologne and Ghent by coach?

    The distance between Cologne and Ghent by coach is approximately 141 miles (227 km).

  2. What is the best way to go from Cologne to Ghent without a car?

    The best way to go from Cologne to Ghent without a car is by coach. They are frequent and reliable, offering a convenient and eco-friendly journey. You can also consider rideshare services depending on your preferences.

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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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