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Overview: Train from Brussels to Charleroi

distanceDistance30 miles (49 km)
durationAverage train duration51 min
priceAverage train ticket price£10 (€12)
frequencyTrain frequency17 a day
changesDirect trainYes, there are 17 direct trains a day
carriersTrain providersSNCB | IC or SNCB

Trains from Brussels to Charleroi cover the 30 miles (49 km) long journey taking on average 51 min with our travel partners like SNCB | IC or SNCB. Normally, there are 17 trains operating per day, including direct services available. You can get the cheapest train tickets for this journey for as low as £10, but the average price of train tickets is £10. Travellers depart most frequently from Bruxelles-Midi and arrive in Charleroi-South.

Train companies: SNCB Brussels – Charleroi

Buy your official SNCB train tickets from Brussels to Charleroi from £10 with Omio. Find train times and tickets for over 1000 travel companies to compare and book the most popular trip.

SNCB

SNCB is Belgium's main train company and offers First class or Second class tickets for your train between Brussels and Charleroi.

SNCB tickets from Brussels to Charleroi are available online on Omio. We help you compare and book your perfect route with SNCB between Brussels and Charleroi all in one place. If you’re specifically looking for the cheapest, fastest or earliest train, you can find all the current SNCB train timetables and train tickets available on Omio for the 30 miles (49 km) route. You can also see relevant travel information for the SNCB train, such as luggage policy and amenities onboard depending on the class fare. Search for your ideal departure and arrival times for this train, compare the fastest Brussels to Charleroi routes as well as the cheapest ticket prices available, and buy the best SNCB Brussels to Charleroi train ticket that fits your needs. If you purchase tickets in the Omio app, you can quickly see if the SNCB train ticket is available as a mobile ticket, which makes it easy for you to travel paperless. You’ll then be ready to embark on your smooth and relaxing journey to Charleroi with SNCB!

These are SNCB 's ticket policies for COVID-19 for the train between Brussels and Charleroi:

  • Cashless payments recommended
  • Online booking and check-in recommended
  • Normal conditions apply
Learn more about SNCB

Travel Tips: Trains from Brussels to Charleroi

Travel by train to Charleroi easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Brussels to Charleroi.
FAQs

How much do cheap trains from Brussels to Charleroi cost?

You can find a cheap train from Brussels to Charleroi for some dates and times for as low as £10  one way in the next 7 days.

What is the average cost of a train from Brussels to Charleroi?

In the next 7 days you’ll find that the average cost of a train ticket between Brussels and Charleroi is £10  one way.

How far is it from Brussels to Charleroi by train?

You should expect to travel around 30 miles (49 km)  from Brussels to Charleroi by train.

What is the average Brussels to Charleroi train duration?

While the time it takes to travel 30 miles (49 km) to Charleroi from Brussels can vary based on specific dates, weekends, and bank holidays, the train duration from Brussels to Charleroi is on average 51 min.

Which train station from Brussels to Charleroi do I depart from? Which Charleroi train station from Brussels do I arrive in?

Some of the Brussels train stations to Charleroi you can start your journey from include Bruxelles-Midi, Bruxelles-Central and Brussels-Nord. Similarly, some of the arrival train stations in Charleroi include Charleroi-South, Charleroi-Ouest and Charleroi, Marchienne-Au-Pont Est.

When travelling this route, Omio customers are departing most frequently from Bruxelles-Midi   and arriving in Charleroi-South.

Where is the train station in Brussels to go to Charleroi? Where is the train station in Charleroi located?

You can find the most popular departure train station for this trip, Bruxelles-Midi, located approximately 1.1 miles (1.8 km) from the city centre of Brussels. The most popular arrival train station in Charleroi, called Charleroi-South, is located around 0.6 miles (872 m) away from its city centre.

Which train providers can take me to Charleroi from Brussels?

For the route from Brussels to Charleroi you can take a train with SNCB | IC or SNCB. Be sure to check out all possible train providers that offer services from Brussels to Charleroi on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.

How many trains per day are there to Charleroi from Brussels?

The average number of trains departing Brussels for Charleroi is 17 a day. The train schedules and services may vary between weekdays and weekends.

When does the first train depart from Brussels to Charleroi? When does the last train depart from Brussels to Charleroi?

You can take the first train from Brussels to Charleroi at 05: 06   or take the last train from Brussels to Charleroi leaving at 10: 03. Look for the latest Brussels Charleroi train schedule on Omio and book the best time to take the train for this trip.

How early should I book Brussels to Charleroi train tickets to get the best deals?

In general, we recommend booking tickets for trains in advance to score the best deals from all possible train companies offering this trip and save money. If you purchase train tickets to Charleroi from Brussels within the next 7 days, you can find tickets to cost on average £10 one way. To find the best prices for this trip, consider booking your train ticket from Brussels to Charleroi a few months in advance.

Important Stations and Airports for this Journey

Brussels
Charleroi
Bruxelles-Midi is the most popular Brussels railway station for Omio travellers, but it's not the only one. Read all the information you need to know about the main train stations in Brussels for your journey to Charleroi.
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address
Address
Carr de l'Europe, 1000 Bruxelles, Belgium
phone
Phone Number
+32 25282828
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
Mon - Sun: 06: 15 - 22: 00
Public transport options for Bruxelles-Central
Metro lines: 1, 5
Train lines: IC, Intercity Direct 9200, RER (S1, S2, S3, S6, S8, S10)