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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Basel to Charleroi
Cheapest price
£137
Average price
£226
Fastest journey
5 h 14 m
Average duration
6 h 37 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
391 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Basel to Charleroi is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Basel to Charleroi will cost around £226 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £137.
Of the 3 trains that leave Basel for Charleroi every day 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 391 km distance in an average of 6 h 37 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 14 m .
The slowest trains will take 7 h 19 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.
8:167h19Basel15:35Charleroi£1371One-way0 changes- 10:167h19Basel17:35Charleroi£2221One-way0 changes
8:345h14Basel13:48Charleroi£3201One-way0 changes
- 8:345h14Basel13:48Charleroi£3201One-way0 changes
- 8:167h19Basel15:35Charleroi£1371One-way0 changes
- 10:167h19Basel17:35Charleroi£2221One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Basel to Charleroi
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Basel to Charleroi among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £34. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 7h 17m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £34, and a flight costs an average of £70.
Distance: 391 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£148 Average Price | £53 Average Price Cheapest | £188 Average Price |
7h 47m Average total duration Fastest 7h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 40m Average total duration 12h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 53m Average total duration 7h 53m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Basel to Charleroi train times
The table below shows live departures for Basel to Charleroi trains for today, Sunday 19 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8:16 Basel | 7h51 | 16:07 Charleroi | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Basel to Charleroi
Switzerland
Belgium
Trains from Basel to Charleroi run on average 1 times per day, taking around 7h 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £74 but you can travel from only £34 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 05:05, the last at 21:19. The fastest train covers the 391 km distance in 5h 14m.
Distance 391 km |
Average train duration 7h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price £74 |
Trains per day 1 |
Fastest train 5h 14m |
First train 5:05 |
Last train 21:19 |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Train companies: Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) from Basel to Charleroi trainsSwiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) trains will get you between Basel and Charleroi from £34. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC)
FAQs: Basel to Charleroi train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Basel to Charleroi by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Charleroi, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Basel and Charleroi
Most Basel to Charleroi trains use the Basel SBB to Charleroi-Sud station pair, with some services arriving at Bruxelles-Midi. Use this guide to compare Basel and Charleroi train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Basel station do trains to Charleroi leave from?
Getting to Basel SBB from Basel city centre
Basel SBB is 1 km from Basel city centre. Public transport options include:
Basel SBB train station facilities and services
Basel SBB has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Da Roberto, Brasserie Bahnhof Basel
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Basel SBB. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Basel SBB. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Basel SBB: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Basel SBB: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Basel SBB: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Victoria, Hotel Schweizerhof Basel, GAIA Hotel.
Getting to Basel Markthalle from Basel city centre
Basel Markthalle is 1 km from Basel city centre. Public transport options include:
Basel Markthalle train station facilities and services
Basel Markthalle has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Basel Markthalle.
Getting to Basel Bad Bhf from Basel city centre
Basel Bad Bhf is 2 km from Basel city centre. Public transport options include:
Basel Bad Bhf train station facilities and services
Basel Bad Bhf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Les Gareçons, Restaurant Bahn Kantine
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Basel Bad Bhf. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Basel Bad Bhf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Basel Bad Bhf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Basel Bad Bhf: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Basel Bad Bhf: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Alexander, Hotel Wettstein, Hotel Balade.
Which Charleroi station do trains from Basel arrive at?
Getting to Charleroi-Sud from Charleroi city centre
Charleroi-Sud train station facilities and services
Charleroi-Sud has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: La Manufacture Urbaine, Le Pain Quotidien
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Charleroi-Sud. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Charleroi-Sud. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Charleroi-Sud: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Charleroi-Sud: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Charleroi-Sud: Ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Ibis Charleroi Centre Gare, Leonardo Hotel Charleroi City Center, Novotel Charleroi Centre.
Getting to Lodelinsart from Charleroi city centre
Lodelinsart is 2 km from Charleroi city centre. Public transport options include:
Lodelinsart train station facilities and services
Lodelinsart has practical services for this route, including Dining, Accessibility and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Lodelinsart.
Bike and car services
Available at Lodelinsart: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Lodelinsart.
Getting to Charleroi-Ouest from Charleroi city centre
Charleroi-Ouest train station facilities and services
Charleroi-Ouest has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Le Pain Quotidien, La Table de la Manufacture Urbaine
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Charleroi-Ouest. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Charleroi-Ouest. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Charleroi-Ouest: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Charleroi-Ouest: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Charleroi-Ouest: Ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Leonardo Hotel Charleroi City Center, Ibis Charleroi Centre Gare.
Most popular train connections from Basel
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