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Take the train from Gent-Dampoort to Cologne (Germany) in 3 hours 38 minutes

If you want to travel from Gent-Dampoort to Cologne (Germany) by train, you've come to the right place.

You can expect the journey from Gent-Dampoort to Cologne (Germany) by train to take around 4 hours 38 minutes. If you want to get there as quickly as possible, it can take as little as 3 hours 38 minutes on the fastest services. You’ll usually find around 16 trains per day running on this route, which spans 141 miles (226 km). You’ll have to make 2 changes along the way on your journey to Cologne (Germany).

You can save money on train tickets from Gent-Dampoort to Cologne (Germany) if you book in Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to search for cheap ticket prices – we'll show you how much you can save on train tickets from Gent-Dampoort to Cologne (Germany) if you book in advance.. Use our Journey Planner at the top of the page to compare ticket prices and get the cheapest fares.

If you want to know more about the journey, keep reading for timetables, tips on finding cheap tickets and FAQs, including first and last train times. Want to go straight to booking? Start a search with us today!

Gent-Dampoort to Cologne (Germany) by train

First train

05:24

Last train

21:36

Departure station

Gent-Dampoort

Arrival station

Cologne (Germany)

Journey time

From 3h 38m

Distance

141 miles (226 km)

Frequency

16 trains per day

Changes

2 changes

Train and bus operators

Flixbus

FAQs about the train journey from Gent-Dampoort to Cologne (Germany)

Want to know more about your journey from Gent-Dampoort to Cologne (Germany)? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

How do you get to Cologne (Germany) from Gent-Dampoort?

To travel to Cologne (Germany) from Gent-Dampoort, you can take the train - on average, the journey takes around 4 hours and 38 minutes, though the fastest trains can take 3 hours and 38 minutes. Use our Journey Planner to get more information.

How long is the train ride from Gent-Dampoort to Cologne (Germany)?

Trains from Gent-Dampoort to Cologne (Germany) take an average of 4 hours and 38 minutes, although on the fastest services it can take just 3 hours and 38 minutes. You'll usually find 16 trains per day on this route, so use our Journey Planner to check specific dates as times may vary.

What is the quickest journey time between Gent-Dampoort and Cologne (Germany) by train?

The quickest journey time between Gent-Dampoort and Cologne (Germany) by train is 3 hours and 38 minutes.

Are there direct trains from Gent-Dampoort to Cologne (Germany)?

No, there are no direct trains running from Gent-Dampoort to Cologne (Germany), you’ll usually need to make at least 2 changes during the journey.

Gent-Dampoort to Cologne (Germany) train times

Check out the next trains departing from Gent-Dampoort to Cologne (Germany) for Tuesday 13th May 2025. For the full train timetable/schedule, or to search for a later time or date, click here.
DepartsArrivesDuration
08:2412:083h 44m, 2 changes
09:2413:193h 55m, 4 changes
10:2414:083h 44m, 2 changes
11:2415:193h 55m, 4 changes
12:2416:083h 44m, 2 changes
12:3618:075h 31m, 5 changes
14:2418:093h 45m, 2 changes
15:2419:193h 55m, 4 changes
15:2419:494h 25m, 3 changes
16:2420:103h 46m, 2 changes

Cheap train tickets from Gent-Dampoort to Cologne (Germany)

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