- Must visit
AfricaMuseum
Modern museum in nearby Tervuren with Central Africa collections, noted architecture, and broad historical and cultural displays within easy reach of Zaventem.
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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Charleroi to Zaventem
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 15 Sept
Cheapest price on 15 Sept
£16
Average ticket price on 15 Sept
£18
Fastest journey on 15 Sept
50 m
Average journey duration on 15 Sept
50 m
Buses on 15 Sept
11
Distance
53 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Charleroi to Zaventem is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Charleroi to Zaventem will cost around £18 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £16.
Fast coaches
On Tue 15 Sept, we found 11 buses from Charleroi to Zaventem, including 11 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 53 km distance in an average of 50 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 50 m .
The slowest buses will take 50 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.
Flibco6:150h50Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes)7:05Zaventem, Brussels Airport Leopoldlaan (Parking P16)£161One-way0 changes- Flibco0:300h50Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes)1:20Zaventem, Brussels Airport Leopoldlaan (Parking P16)£171One-way0 changes
- Flibco11:450h55Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes)12:40Zaventem, Brussels Airport Leopoldlaan (Parking P16)£181One-way0 changes
- Flibco22:300h50Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes)23:20Zaventem, Brussels Airport Leopoldlaan (Parking P16)£181One-way0 changes
- Flibco13:000h55Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes)13:55Zaventem, Brussels Airport Leopoldlaan (Parking P16)£181One-way0 changes
- Flibco22:300h50Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes)23:20Zaventem, Brussels Airport Leopoldlaan (Parking P16)£181One-way0 changes
- Flibco0:300h50Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes)1:20Zaventem, Brussels Airport Leopoldlaan (Parking P16)£171One-way0 changes
- Flibco21:000h50Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes)21:50Zaventem, Brussels Airport Leopoldlaan (Parking P16)£181One-way0 changes
- Flibco19:300h50Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes)20:20Zaventem, Brussels Airport Leopoldlaan (Parking P16)£181One-way0 changes
- Flibco6:150h50Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes)7:05Zaventem, Brussels Airport Leopoldlaan (Parking P16)£161One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Charleroi to Zaventem
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Charleroi to Zaventem among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £13 For those with little time, consider booking a coach, which has an average total journey time of 1h 24m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.0kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £13, while a coach costs an average of £17.
Distance: 53 km
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Most popular Coach | Train | Driving |
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£17 Average Price | £13 Average Price Cheapest | £9 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 24m Average total duration Fastest 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 57m Average total duration 1h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 53m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The cheapest way to travel from Charleroi to Zaventem is a train with an average price of £13.
This is compared to other travel options from Charleroi to Zaventem:
A train is £4 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Charleroi to Zaventem costing on average £17.
The fastest way to travel from Charleroi to Zaventem is by coach with an average journey time of 54m.
Other travel options to Zaventem take longer:
Train takes on average 1h 27m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Charleroi and Zaventem including taking a train and coach.
Take the bus. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.
Tickets start at around £17 compared to roughly £9 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-8.05. The journey takes 54m versus 53m 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.
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.
Live departures
Charleroi to Zaventem bus times
The table below shows live departures for Charleroi to Zaventem coaches for today, Monday 14 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| Flibco | 17:15 Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes) | 1h00 | 18:15 Zaventem, Brussels Airport Leopoldlaan (Parking P16) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Flibco | 19:30 Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes) | 0h50 | 20:20 Zaventem, Brussels Airport Leopoldlaan (Parking P16) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Flibco | 21:00 Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes) | 0h50 | 21:50 Zaventem, Brussels Airport Leopoldlaan (Parking P16) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Flibco | 22:30 Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes) | 0h50 | 23:20 Zaventem, Brussels Airport Leopoldlaan (Parking P16) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Tuesday 15 September | |||||
| Flibco | 0:30 Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes) | 0h50 | 1:20 Zaventem, Brussels Airport Leopoldlaan (Parking P16) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Flibco | 6:15 Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes) | 0h50 | 7:05 Zaventem, Brussels Airport Leopoldlaan (Parking P16) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Flibco | 8:15 Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes) | 1h10 | 9:25 Zaventem, Brussels Airport Leopoldlaan (Parking P16) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Flibco | 9:45 Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes) | 1h00 | 10:45 Zaventem, Brussels Airport Leopoldlaan (Parking P16) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Flibco | 11:45 Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes) | 0h55 | 12:40 Zaventem, Brussels Airport Leopoldlaan (Parking P16) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Flibco | 13:00 Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes) | 0h55 | 13:55 Zaventem, Brussels Airport Leopoldlaan (Parking P16) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Flibco | 15:00 Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes) | 1h00 | 16:00 Zaventem, Brussels Airport Leopoldlaan (Parking P16) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Flibco as well as flibco, Infobus, Transport En Commun (TEC) and more offer coaches services from Charleroi to Zaventem.
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of flibco, Infobus or Transport En Commun (TEC) to find the best option for your trip from Charleroi to Zaventem.
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Charleroi to Zaventem
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Buses from Charleroi to Zaventem run on average 14 times per day, taking around 54m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £16 but you can travel from only £9 by train.
There are 14 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:20, the last at 23:40. The fastest coach covers the 53 km distance in 50m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from £9
Distance 53 km |
Average bus duration 54m |
Cheapest ticket price £16 |
Buses per day 14 |
Direct buses 14 |
Fastest bus 50m |
First bus 0:20 |
Last bus 23:40 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 21 days |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from £9
Bus providers: Flibco, flibco, Infobus, BlaBlaCar, Transport En Commun (TEC) from Charleroi to ZaventemYou can travel by bus between Charleroi to Zaventem with Flibco, flibco, Infobus, BlaBlaCar, Transport En Commun (TEC) for as low as £9. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
Infobus
About
Infobus is an international IT company that operates as an online service for finding and purchasing bus, train, and plane tickets, rather than being a bus company itself. Established in 2002, Infobus acts as an intermediary between passengers and various transport carriers, particularly helping smaller bus companies offer online booking services. They utilize their own \BusSystem\" to manage routes and ticket sales globally. Infobus covers over 30 countries and 300 cities, offering a wide range of routes and daily departures. While amenities can vary by carrier, Infobus aims to provide affordable and convenient travel with features like online booking, 24/7 support, and prompt notifications."
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Infobus Duration
55m
Cheapest Infobus Price
£19
Infobus frequency
11 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 5kg (40x20x25) and one checked bag up to 20kg (50x30x80).
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Cancellations within 24 hours may incur a fee.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Transport for wheelchairs and mobility aids.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed; may require prior reservation and an additional fee.
Pets
Small pets allowed in carriers; larger pets may require a separate ticket.
Flibco
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Flibco Duration
50m
Cheapest Flibco Price
£16
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
Additional luggage
5€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. No refunds for cancellations within 24 hours.
Amenities on board the bus
Toilets
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Accessible seating.
Pets
Small pets allowed in carriers; must be placed on the floor during the journey.
flibco
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average flibco Duration
55m
Cheapest flibco Price
£17
flibco frequency
11 a day
BlaBlaCar
About
BlaBlaCar is a French online marketplace for carpooling, connecting drivers with empty seats and passengers traveling to the same destination to share costs. Founded in 2006, it operates in Europe and Latin America, boasting 26 million active members. The platform also includes BlaBlaCar Bus, an intercity bus service. BlaBlaCar's name comes from its rating system for drivers' chattiness: \Bla\" for quiet, \"BlaBla\" for talkative, and \"BlaBlaBla\" for very chatty. The company aims to be the leading marketplace for shared travel, offering affordable and sustainable solutions by combining carpooling with bus journeys."
Luggage & cancellation policy
BlaBlaCar frequency
5 a day
Transport En Commun (TEC)
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Transport En Commun (TEC) Duration
1h 25m
Cheapest Transport En Commun (TEC) Price
£16
Transport En Commun (TEC) frequency
10 a day
Complete guide to Zaventem
Things to do in Zaventem
Discover the best of Zaventem — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Zaventem trip today.
- Recommended
Dakota vzw
Museum on military aviation and air history at nearby Brussels Airport sites, appealing to aircraft enthusiasts and visitors interested in Belgian aviation heritage.
- Recommended
Magritte Museum
Museum in nearby Diegem dedicated to René Magritte, offering insight into the artist’s life and links to the local area in an intimate setting.
- Recommended
Brussels Airport
Main airport terminal area with public spaces, shops, and a busy international atmosphere, useful for plane spotting and observing airport life.
- Recommended
Woluwepark
Large urban park and woodland near Zaventem, popular for walks, jogging, and a relaxed break in green surroundings close to the city edge.
Tervurenlaan
Historic avenue through the Sonian Forest edge, pleasant for walking and cycling, with broad views and easy access from the Zaventem area.
- Vegetarian
- Gluten-free
Belgian chips
Crisp twice-fried Belgian chips, traditionally served in a paper cone with mayonnaise. A national staple found in snack bars across the Brussels area.
- Gluten-free
Moules-frites
Mussels steamed with white wine, celery and onion, commonly eaten with chips. A classic Belgian brasserie dish popular around Brussels.
Carbonnade flamande
Slow-cooked beef stew braised with dark Belgian beer and onions. It is a comforting, traditional pub dish in Flanders and Brussels.
Da Lino
Reliable local Italian restaurant with a long-standing reputation, offering pasta, meat and fish in a warm neighbourhood setting.
Ribera
Established airport-area restaurant known for Belgian and French dishes in a polished, business-friendly setting near Brussels Airport.
Brasserie Du Bois
Popular brasserie in Zaventem serving Belgian classics and grills in a relaxed, traditional atmosphere suitable for casual meals.
Euro (€)
Moderate for Belgium. Hotels near Brussels Airport cost more, but local dining and trains are manageable for most travellers.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- €10-15 for fast food or a simple lunch.
- Mid-range
- €25-40 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- €70+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- €3-4.50 for a cappuccino or latte.
Tipping culture
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for great service. Taxis can be rounded up; cafés often just round to the nearest euro.
FAQs: Charleroi to Zaventem coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Charleroi to Zaventem 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 Zaventem, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Cheap coach tickets from Charleroi to Zaventem can start from as little as £16 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Charleroi to Zaventem is £17; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from Charleroi to Zaventem is 50m to travel the 53 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from Charleroi to Zaventem leaves at 0:20. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Charleroi to Zaventem leaves at 23:40.
Yes, there are 14 direct coaches a day from Charleroi to Zaventem with Flibco, flibco, Infobus, BlaBlaCar. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Charleroi to Zaventem, you can count on Flibco, flibco, Infobus, BlaBlaCar, Transport En Commun (TEC) for the best way to get you to Zaventem. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Charleroi and Zaventem and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
When departing from Charleroi , you have various coach station options to start your route from including Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes), Charleroi, Rue de la Villette (Gare de Charleroi-Sud Sortie numéro 2) . When arriving in Zaventem , you can end your route in coach stations like Zaventem, Brussels Airport Leopoldlaan (Parking P16), Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi), Schaerbeek, Bd Roi Albert II (Bruxelles Gare Du Nord).Passengers board the coach most frequently from Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes), which is located around 6 km away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Zaventem, Brussels Airport Leopoldlaan (Parking P16), located 1 away from the city centre.
A day trip to Zaventem from Charleroi is worth doing with a journey time of 50m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Charleroi to Zaventem is August.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Charleroi and Zaventem including taking a train and coach.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Charleroi to Zaventem:
- Infobus
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Transport for wheelchairs and mobility aids.
- Flibco
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Charleroi to Zaventem for coach company Flibco, Infobus.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company Infobus.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Charleroi to Zaventem depends on the coach companies:
- Infobus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Cancellations within 24 hours may incur a fee.
- Flibco
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. No refunds for cancellations within 24 hours.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from Charleroi to Zaventem.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Charleroi to Zaventem:
- Infobus
- One carry-on bag up to 5kg (40x20x25) and one checked bag up to 20kg (50x30x80).
- Flibco
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Charleroi to Zaventem:
- Infobus
- 10€ per additional bag.
- Flibco
- 5€ per additional bag.
Yes, you can bring your pet on the coach from Charleroi to Zaventem. The following conditions apply:
- Infobus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets may require a separate ticket.
- Flibco
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- must be placed on the floor during the journey.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Charleroi to Zaventem with the following coach company: Infobus
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Charleroi to Zaventem with the following coach company: Infobus.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Charleroi to Zaventem with the following coach company: Infobus.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Charleroi and Zaventem
Most Charleroi to Zaventem buses use the Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes) to Zaventem, Brussels Airport Leopoldlaan (Parking P16) station pair. Use this guide to compare Charleroi and Zaventem bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Departure bus stations in Charleroi
Arrival bus stations in Zaventem
Which Charleroi station do buses to Zaventem leave from?
Buses from Charleroi to Zaventem leave from Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes). The station is 7 km from Charleroi city centre at Rue de l'Aeroport, 6041 Charleroi, Belgium.
Charleroi, Rue de la Villette (Gare de Charleroi-Sud Sortie numéro 2)Charleroi-South, 6000 Charleroi, Belgium
City-centre transport
Getting to Charleroi, Rue de la Villette (Gare de Charleroi-Sud Sortie numéro 2) from Charleroi city centre
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Charleroi, Rue de la Villette (Gare de Charleroi-Sud Sortie numéro 2) 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 and ATMs
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).
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Charleroi, Rue de la Villette (Gare de Charleroi-Sud Sortie numéro 2).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Charleroi, Rue de la Villette (Gare de Charleroi-Sud Sortie numéro 2): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
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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