- Must visit
Musée des Beaux-Arts de Valenciennes
The city’s main fine arts museum displays paintings, sculpture and archaeology, with strong links to Valenciennes artists.
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£6
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£12
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
2 h 5 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
2 h 5 m
Buses on 18 Sept
2
Distance
65 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Charleroi to Valenciennes is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Charleroi to Valenciennes will cost around £12 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £6.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 2 buses from Charleroi to Valenciennes, including 2 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 65 km distance in an average of 2 h 5 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 5 m .
The slowest buses will take 2 h 5 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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FlixBusOmio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Charleroi to Valenciennes among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £6 For those with little time, consider booking a coach, which has an average total journey time of 1h 55m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £6, while a train costs an average of £20.
Distance: 65 km
Most popular Coach | Train | Driving |
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£6 Average Price Cheapest | £20 Average Price | £12 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 55m Average total duration Fastest 1h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 4m Average total duration 1h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 1m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Tickets start at around £7 compared to roughly £12 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £5. The journey takes 2h 5m versus 1h 1m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by FlixBus, BlaBlaCar.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
The table below shows live departures for Charleroi to Valenciennes coaches for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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FlixBus | 12:10 Charleroi, Rue de la Villette (Gare de Charleroi-Sud Sortie numéro 2) | 2h05 | 14:15 Famars, Station de Tramway Université | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 17:05 Charleroi, Rue de la Villette (Gare de Charleroi-Sud Sortie numéro 2) | 2h05 | 19:10 Famars, Station de Tramway Université | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday 18 September | |||||
FlixBus | 9:15 Charleroi, Rue de la Villette (Gare de Charleroi-Sud Sortie numéro 2) | 2h05 | 11:20 Famars, Station de Tramway Université | 0 changesdirect | |
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Buses from Charleroi to Valenciennes run on average 2 times per day, taking around 2h 5m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £4 if you book in advance.
There are 2 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:40, the last at 18:30. The fastest coach covers the 65 km distance in 2h 5m.
Distance 65 km |
Average bus duration 2h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price £4 |
Buses per day 2 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 2h 5m |
First bus 0:40 |
Last bus 18:30 |
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Discover the best of Valenciennes — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Valenciennes trip today.
The city’s main fine arts museum displays paintings, sculpture and archaeology, with strong links to Valenciennes artists.
This contemporary arts venue presents changing exhibitions in a distinctive former industrial setting near the city centre.
Located at the university, this gallery hosts contemporary art exhibitions and is a good pick for current local creative work.
Valenciennes’ central square is lined with civic buildings and cafés, making it the natural starting point for a city walk.
This broad pedestrian shopping street links key central sights and is ideal for strolling between squares, churches and boutiques.
A landscaped public park with lawns, paths and water features, popular for a restful break close to the centre.
A soft gingerbread from nearby Cambrai, scented with honey and spice. It is a classic regional sweet long associated with northern festive baking.
A local tart from northern France topped with soft maroilles cheese. It is a signature dish of the region, prized for its rich aroma and creamy filling.
Traditional beer-braised beef stew from French Flanders. Dark beer gives it depth, making it one of the most emblematic hearty dishes in the region.
Established French restaurant in Valenciennes known for refined seasonal cooking in a smart, calm setting suited to a longer meal.
Well-known restaurant for classic French cuisine with a comfortable dining room, suitable for trying hearty northern specialities.
Popular traditional brasserie serving regional dishes and French staples in a lively, casual atmosphere in central Valenciennes.
Moderate for France: dining and hotels are usually cheaper than Paris, while local transport and coffee stay fairly manageable for most visitors.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for very good restaurant service; round up for taxis; small change is appreciated in cafés.
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Gare de Valenciennes -> Place d'Armes, Valenciennes
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Charleroi to Valenciennes 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 Valenciennes, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Charleroi to Valenciennes buses use the Charleroi, Rue de la Villette (Gare de Charleroi-Sud Sortie numéro 2) to Famars, Station de Tramway Université station pair. Use this guide to compare Charleroi and Valenciennes bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Charleroi, Rue de la Villette (Gare de Charleroi-Sud Sortie numéro 2) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Charleroi, Rue de la Villette (Gare de Charleroi-Sud Sortie numéro 2). ATMs are available at Charleroi, Rue de la Villette (Gare de Charleroi-Sud Sortie numéro 2).
Ticket office support is available at Charleroi, Rue de la Villette (Gare de Charleroi-Sud Sortie numéro 2).
Available at Charleroi, Rue de la Villette (Gare de Charleroi-Sud Sortie numéro 2): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Charleroi, Rue de la Villette (Gare de Charleroi-Sud Sortie numéro 2): Ramps are available for wheelchair users.
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