What is the cheapest way to get from Cologne to Gent Dampoort?

The cheapest way to get from Cologne to Gent Dampoort is to bus which costs €17 - €40 and takes 6h 23m.

What is the fastest way to get from Cologne to Gent Dampoort?

The fastest way to get from Cologne to Gent Dampoort is to drive which takes 2h 34m and costs €40 - €60.

Is there a direct bus between Cologne and Gent Dampoort?

No, there is no direct bus from Cologne to Gent Dampoort. However, there are services departing from Köln Heumarkt and arriving at Ghent Dampoort via Leverkusen. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 23m.

Is there a direct train between Cologne and Gent Dampoort?

No, there is no direct train from Cologne to Gent Dampoort. However, there are services departing from Koeln Hbf and arriving at Gand-Dampoort via Brussels-Nord and Gand-Saint-Pierre. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 42m.

How far is it from Cologne to Gent Dampoort?

The distance between Cologne and Gent Dampoort is 279 km. The road distance is 260 km.

How do I travel from Cologne to Gent Dampoort without a car?

The best way to get from Cologne to Gent Dampoort without a car is to train via Gand-Dampoort which takes 2h 42m and costs €35 - €85.

How long does it take to get from Cologne to Gent Dampoort?

It takes approximately 2h 42m to get from Cologne to Gent Dampoort, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Gent Dampoort bus from?

Cologne to Gent Dampoort bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Leverkusen station.

Where do I catch the Cologne to Gent Dampoort train from?

Cologne to Gent Dampoort train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Koeln Hbf station.

Train or bus from Cologne to Gent Dampoort?

The best way to get from Cologne to Gent Dampoort is to train via Gand-Dampoort which takes 2h 42m and costs €35 - €85. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €17 - €40 and takes 6h 23m.

Where does the Cologne to Gent Dampoort bus arrive?

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

Where does the Cologne to Gent Dampoort train arrive?

Cologne to Gent Dampoort train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Brussels-Nord station.

Can I drive from Cologne to Gent Dampoort?

Yes, the driving distance between Cologne to Gent Dampoort is 260 km. It takes approximately 2h 34m to drive from Cologne to Gent Dampoort.

Where can I stay near Gent Dampoort?

There are 813+ hotels available in Gent Dampoort.

Cologne to Gent Dampoort - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, night train

There are 5 ways to get from Cologne to Gent Dampoort by train, bus, night train, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train via Gand-Dampoort
best
1. Take the train from Koeln Hbf to Brussels-NordIce
2. Take the train from Brussels-Nord to Gand-Saint-PierreIc / ...
2h 42m
€38–83
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Leverkusen to Ghent Dampoort280
6h 23m
€17–40
Night train, train
1. Take the night train from Koeln Hbf to Brussels-NordNj
2. Take the train from Brussels-Nord to WetterenIc / ...
4h 31m
€41–272
Drive 260 km
1. Drive from Cologne to Gent Dampoort260 km
2h 34m
€40–58
Train
1. Take the train from Köln Hbf to Brussels-Nord79
2. Take the train from Brussels-Nord to Gand-Saint-PierreIc / ...
2h 46m
€40–81

Cologne to Gent Dampoort by train and foot

49Weekly Services

2h 42mAverage Duration

€38Cheapest Price

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Distance: 279.2 km
Duration: 2h 42m

What companies run services between Cologne, Germany and Gent Dampoort, Belgium?

You can take a train from Koeln Hbf to Gent Dampoort via Brussels-Nord, Gand-Saint-Pierre, and Gand-Dampoort in around 2h 42m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Leverkusen to Ghent Dampoort once daily. Tickets cost €17–40 and the journey takes 4h 50m.

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