Brussels-Central to Brussels South Charleroi Airport train with Intercity

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Brussels-Central to Brussels South Charleroi Airport

Showing times and prices for 22 Apr

Cheapest price

£10

Average price

£11

Fastest journey

58 m

Average duration

58 m

Trains per day

20

Distance

43 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Brussels-Central to Brussels South Charleroi Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Brussels-Central to Brussels South Charleroi Airport will cost around £11 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £10.

Fast trains

Of the 20 trains that leave Brussels-Central for Brussels South Charleroi Airport every day 8 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 43 km distance in an average of 58 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 58 m .

The slowest trains will take 59 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.

  • Intercity4530+Regional4010
    9:371h12
    Brussels-Central
    10:49Courcelles-Motte
    £101One-way
    1 change
  • Intercity4529+Regional4009
    8:371h12
    Brussels-Central
    9:49Courcelles-Motte
    £101One-way
    1 change
  • Intercity4531+Regional4011
    10:371h12
    Brussels-Central
    11:49Courcelles-Motte
    £101One-way
    1 change
  • Intercity2032+Regional4032
    11:071h02
    Brussels-Central
    12:09Courcelles-Motte
    £101One-way
    1 change
  • Intercity2031+Regional4031
    10:071h02
    Brussels-Central
    11:09Courcelles-Motte
    £101One-way
    1 change

Travel Information

Compare coach and train for Brussels-Central to Brussels South Charleroi Airport

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Brussels-Central to Brussels South Charleroi Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £5. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 51m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £5, and a coach costs an average of £14.

Distance: 43 km

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£8

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Cheapest

£18

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1h 34m

Average total duration

1h 4m

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30m

Additional time*

1h 21m

Average total duration

Fastest

51m

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Live departures

Brussels-Central to Brussels South Charleroi Airport train times

The table below shows live departures for Brussels-Central to Brussels South Charleroi Airport trains for tomorrow, Tuesday 21 April. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
intercity20298:07 Brussels-Central
0h59
9:06 Charleroi-Sud0 changesdirect
intercity2029+benerail_regional40298:07 Brussels-Central
1h02
9:09 Courcelles-Motte1 change
intercity4529+benerail_regional40098:37 Brussels-Central
1h12
9:49 Courcelles-Motte1 change
intercity4529+benerail_regional45808:37 Brussels-Central
1h22
9:59 Lodelinsart1 change
intercity45298:37 Brussels-Central
0h58
9:35 Charleroi-Sud0 changesdirect
intercity2030+benerail_regional40309:07 Brussels-Central
1h02
10:09 Courcelles-Motte1 change
intercity20309:07 Brussels-Central
0h59
10:06 Charleroi-Sud0 changesdirect
intercity4530+benerail_regional40109:37 Brussels-Central
1h12
10:49 Courcelles-Motte1 change
intercity4530+benerail_regional45819:37 Brussels-Central
1h22
10:59 Lodelinsart1 change
intercity45309:37 Brussels-Central
0h58
10:35 Charleroi-Sud0 changesdirect
intercity2031+benerail_regional403110:07 Brussels-Central
1h02
11:09 Courcelles-Motte1 change
intercity203110:07 Brussels-Central
0h59
11:06 Charleroi-Sud0 changesdirect
intercity4531+benerail_regional401110:37 Brussels-Central
1h12
11:49 Courcelles-Motte1 change
intercity453110:37 Brussels-Central
0h58
11:35 Charleroi-Sud0 changesdirect
intercity4531+benerail_regional458210:37 Brussels-Central
1h22
11:59 Lodelinsart1 change
intercity2032+benerail_regional403211:07 Brussels-Central
1h02
12:09 Courcelles-Motte1 change
intercity203211:07 Brussels-Central
0h59
12:06 Charleroi-Sud0 changesdirect
intercity4532+benerail_regional458311:37 Brussels-Central
1h22
12:59 Lodelinsart1 change
intercity4532+benerail_regional401211:37 Brussels-Central
1h12
12:49 Courcelles-Motte1 change
intercity453211:37 Brussels-Central
0h58
12:35 Charleroi-Sud0 changesdirect

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Why should you book Brussels-Central to Brussels South Charleroi Airport trains with Omio?

Intercity as well as Regional or Deutsche Bahn offer trains services from Brussels-Central to Brussels South Charleroi Airport.
Omio is the only official third party seller for Intercity tickets.

Why book with Omio vs Intercity?

  • Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Intercity, but also compare tickets for the likes of Regional or Deutsche Bahn to find the best option for your trip from Brussels-Central to Brussels South Charleroi Airport.
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  • Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Intercity with all available travel options, which are bus and train to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Brussels-Central to Brussels South Charleroi Airport.

Journey information

Overview: Train from Brussels-Central to Brussels South Charleroi Airport

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Trains from Brussels-Central to Brussels South Charleroi Airport run on average 24 times per day, taking around 1h 4m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £5 if you book in advance.

There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 07:23, the last at 22:21. The fastest train covers the 43 km distance in 58m.

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
Distance
43 km
Average train duration
1h 4m
Cheapest ticket price
£5
Trains per day
24
Direct trains
7
Fastest train
58m
First train
7:23
Last train
22:21
Cheapest Month
Nov
Cheapest Day
Sat
High Season
Oct - Dec
Low Season
Jul - Sept
Busiest Day
Sun
Least Busy Day
Fri
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

Train companies: Intercity, Regional, Deutsche Bahn from Brussels-Central to Brussels South Charleroi Airport trainsIntercity, Regional, Deutsche Bahn trains will get you between Brussels-Central and Brussels South Charleroi Airport from £5. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Intercity

About
Intercity is a broad classification for express train services that connect cities over longer distances than commuter or regional trains, often with limited stops and comfortable carriages for long-distance travel. The term \InterCity\" originated with British Rail in 1966 for its electrified West Coast Main Line services.Today, \"Intercity\" or \"IC\" is a brand name used by various railway operators across Europe and other parts of the world, including PKP Intercity in Poland, Trenitalia in Italy, and services in countries like Sweden and Ukraine. These trains typically offer both Standard and First Class seating, with amenities such as power sockets and luggage space. While some Intercity services are modern and high-speed, others may use older rolling stock, with speeds generally up to 160 km/h (100 mph)."
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
59m
Cheapest Price
£5
Luggage included
2 pieces of luggage up to 30kg total
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated luggage areas at end of carriages
Cancellation Policy
According to ticket conditions
Refund
Full refund provided
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Restaurant car with hot meals and snacks, trolley service in some trains. But do not count on the presence of a buffet car. So if having access to food and drink on the train is important to you, it’s best to bring your own refreshments onboard.
Seat reservation
Seat reservation included in ticket price for most routes
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed free, larger dogs require paid ticket
Quiet zone

Deutsche Bahn

About
Deutsche Bahn (DB) is Germany’s main train operator, running around 40,000 domestic and international services each day. Its fleet includes a variety of train types: high-speed ICE (Intercity Express) trains, reaching up to 300 km/h; IC (Intercity) and EC (EuroCity) trains for long-distance travel; and IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express), and RB (Regionalbahn) services for regional and local connections. While bathrooms are standard on all trains, amenities such as onboard restaurants and free Wi-Fi are available only on certain train types and routes. DB offers a wide range of fares, including Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible tickets, along with discount cards like the BahnCard 25, 50, and 100. Additional options include single tickets, day tickets, and group tickets. Popular routes include Berlin–Munich, Hamburg–Frankfurt, Cologne–Stuttgart, Berlin–Dresden, and Hamburg–Cologne, as well as numerous regional services across Germany.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Luggage included
Passengers are allowed to bring hand luggage and one additional larger item free of charge, provided they can carry it themselves
Luggage storage
Luggage can be stored in overhead racks, under the seat, or in designated luggage areas near the doors or in the middle of the carriage.
Cancellation Policy
Tickets can be canceled based on their fare conditions as mentioned in what type of train tickets are refundable?
Refund
If DB cancels a train, passengers are entitled to a full refund of the ticket price.
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Most ICE and many IC/EC trains have:
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Seat reservation
Second Class:
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
DB trains are equipped with facilities for passengers with reduced mobility, including wheelchair spaces, accessible restrooms, and assistance services.
Pets
Small pets (e.g. cats, small dogs, etc.):
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
Quiet zone

Regional

About
The term \Regional\" can refer to different train companies and services depending on the country. In Germany, \"Regionalbahn\" (RB) is a type of local passenger train that typically stops at all stations on a given line, connecting cities to their surrounding areas. Many RB trains are operated by DB Regio, a division of Deutsche Bahn, but other companies also run these services."
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
58m
Cheapest Price
£6
Luggage included
Standard luggage allowance included with ticket
Luggage storage
Overhead racks and designated luggage areas
Cancellation Policy
Refunds according to ticket type and conditions
Refund
Full refund if service is canceled
Amenities on board the train
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces and accessible facilities available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require ticket

FAQs: Brussels-Central to Brussels South Charleroi Airport train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Brussels-Central to Brussels South Charleroi Airport 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 Brussels South Charleroi Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Brussels-Central to Brussels South Charleroi Airport can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £5, while the average price tends to be around £8.
The train journey from Brussels-Central to Brussels South Charleroi Airport covers a distance of 43 km and takes approximately 58m. Trains run 24 per day.
The train distance from Brussels-Central to Brussels South Charleroi Airport is 43 km.
The first train from Brussels-Central to Brussels South Charleroi Airport leaves at 7:23.
The last train from Brussels-Central to Brussels South Charleroi Airport departs at 22:21.
Trains from Brussels-Central to Brussels South Charleroi Airport run approximately 24 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Brussels-Central to Brussels South Charleroi Airport.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Brussels-Central to Brussels South Charleroi Airport.
To get from Brussels-Central to Brussels South Charleroi Airport, you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.
There is no night train service from Brussels-Central to Brussels South Charleroi Airport.
The cheapest way to get from Brussels-Central to Brussels South Charleroi Airport is by train, costing approximately £5.
Booking trains from Brussels-Central to Brussels South Charleroi Airport in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Bruxelles-Central to Brussels South Charleroi Airport is primarily an urban and suburban transit, offering views of Brussels' cityscape and its outskirts, but it is not particularly noted for scenic landscapes.
Yes, you can do a day trip from Bruxelles-Central to Brussels South Charleroi Airport. The journey takes 58m and covers a distance of 43 km. There are 22 trains per day.
Yes, you can take the train from Brussels-Central to Brussels South Charleroi Airport.

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