The cheapest and fastest coaches from Paris to Charleroi
Cheapest price
£18
Average price
£21
Fastest journey
2 h 40 m
Average duration
3 h 16 m
Buses per day
6
Distance
230 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Paris to Charleroi is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Paris to Charleroi will cost around £21 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £18.
Of the 6 buses that leave Paris for Charleroi every day 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 230 km distance in an average of 3 h 16 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 40 m .
The slowest buses will take 3 h 40 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.










Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Paris to Charleroi
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Paris to Charleroi among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £11. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 33m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £11, and a flight costs an average of £138.
Distance: 230 km
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Most popular Coach | Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£42 Average Price Cheapest | £107 Average Price | £291 Average Price |
4h 23m Average total duration 3h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 11m Average total duration 2h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 33m Average total duration Fastest 1h 33m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.2 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.7 - 1.4kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Paris to Charleroi bus times
The table below shows live departures for Paris to Charleroi coaches for today, Tuesday 3 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 14:40 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 4h50 | 19:30 Charleroi, Rue de la Villette (Gare de Charleroi-Sud Sortie numéro 2) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wednesday 4 February | |||||
FlixBus | 07:00 Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) | 4h50 | 11:50 Charleroi, Rue de la Villette (Gare de Charleroi-Sud Sortie numéro 2) | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Paris to Charleroi
Buses from Paris to Charleroi run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 53m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £11 if you book in advance.
There are 6 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:20, the last at 23:00. The fastest coach covers the 230 km distance in 4h 45m.
Distance 230 km |
Average bus duration 3h 53m |
Cheapest ticket price £11 |
Buses per day 6 |
Direct buses 6 |
Fastest bus 4h 45m |
First bus 00:20 |
Last bus 23:00 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar from Paris to CharleroiYou can travel by bus between Paris to Charleroi with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar for as low as £11. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Paris to Charleroi coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Paris to Charleroi 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 Charleroi, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Paris and Charleroi
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Bercy (in the station)
- Le Train Bleu (0.5 km)
- Chez Lili et Marcel (0.7 km).
- Available outside the station.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 24, 87 Metro: 6, 14 Train: RER A, RER D
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