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Overview: Train from Charleroi to Paris

distanceDistance142 miles (229 km)
durationAverage train duration2 h 43 min
priceAverage train ticket price£95 (€109)
frequencyTrain frequency10 a day
changesDirect trainYes, there are 10 direct trains a day
carriersTrain companiesThalys, SNCB | IC or TGV

Trains from Charleroi to Paris cover the 142 miles (229 km) long route taking on average 2 h 43 min with our travel partners like Thalys, SNCB | IC or TGV. Normally, there are 10 trains operating per day, including direct services available. While the average ticket price for this route costs around £95, you can find the cheapest train ticket for as low as £87. Travellers depart most frequently from Charleroi-South and arrive in Paris Gare de Lyon.

Train companies: Thalys trains Charleroi to Paris

Thalys trains will get you to Paris from Charleroi from £87. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Thalys

Thalys is a French-Belgian high-speed train company that connects the main capital cities. For your next train between Charleroi and Paris with Thalys, you can choose from these different ticket fares: Standard Mini, Standard, Comfort and Premium.

Omio helps you compare and book the perfect train with Thalys from Charleroi to Paris for a smooth and relaxing journey. Check the latest Thalys train timetables for the ideal departure and arrival times, take a look at the travel information for the Charleroi to Paris train with Thalys (such as baggage allowance and amenities offered onboard), compare the best connections for your Charleroi - Paris trip and then book a cheap train ticket with ease. The distance between Charleroi and Paris by train is 142 miles (229 km). You can book tickets for this Thalys train for as low as £87 one-way if you book in advance. When you search for Thalys tickets from Charleroi to Paris in the Omio app, you can also check whether they are mobile tickets quickly and easily. If they are mobile tickets, then you can go paperless when taking a train. Book that perfect Thalys Charleroi - Paris train ticket online and enjoy your trip!

Charleroi to Paris train information with Thalys:

  • Average Duration: 2 h 41 min
  • Average Price: £87
  • Thalys frequency: 9 a day

When purchasing your Thalys train tickets from Charleroi to Paris, keep the following coronavirus related policies and recommendations in mind outlined by our travel partner:

  • Cashless payments recommended
  • Online booking and check-in recommended
  • Pre-reservation / seat allocation
  • Verification of ticket with valid ID
  • Exceptions to waive change or cancellation fees policy
  • If a ticket is nonrefundable, a Thalys e-voucher can still be issued for a 15€ fee to passengers requesting a refund up to 30 days after the departure date.
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Travel Tips: Trains from Charleroi to Paris

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FAQs

Is cross-border travel by train between Charleroi, Belgium and Paris, France allowed?

Travel between Charleroi, Belgium and Paris, France by train is: Partially open.

Can I enter France from Belgium?

International entry status: Entry is partially open for citizens and permanent residents of Belgium

Do I need to quarantine on arrival in France from Charleroi?

Conditions of entry:

  • Negative COVID-19 test issued at most 2 days before arrival
  • Travellers with a certificate of vaccination are exempt from providing a negative COVID-19 test
  • Health declaration required
  • Health screen upon arrival. Those showing symptoms will be tested. A positive test will result in mandatory quarantine

What are the safety rules to follow in Paris, France?

All travellers in France must observe these coronavirus safety measures:

  • Physical distance: 1 metre (s) (3 feet)
  • Face mask: Mandatory

The information above was last checked on 18/01/2022. Remember to review the latest COVID-19 travel safety regulations   for your train between Charleroi and Paris as this information can change.

Are there travel restrictions, such as quarantine measures, in place when returning to Charleroi, Belgium from Paris, France?

Return travel from France to Belgium is: Partially open.

Are there any international entry restrictions on returning to Charleroi from Paris?

Entry into Belgium is allowed for: Entry is partially open for citizens and permanent residents of France

Do I need to quarantine on arrival in Belgium from Paris?

Requirements for reentering:

  • Passenger Locator Form (PLF) required
  • Negative COVID-19 test issued at most 3 days before arrival and 10 day mandatory self quarantine
  • A negative result for COVID-19 is a condition for subsequent release from quarantine. It is tested in quarantine on days 1 and 7
  • Travellers with a certificate of vaccination are exempt from providing a negative COVID-19 test and can bypass compulsory quarantine on arrival
  • Travellers who have recovered from COVID-19 in the last 6 months are exempt from providing a negative COVID-19 test and can bypass compulsory quarantine on arrival (certificate required)

What are the safety rules to follow in Charleroi, Belgium?

The government of Belgium has imposed these measures to reduce the spread of COVID-19:

  • Physical distance requirement: 1.5 metre (s) (5 feet)
  • Face mask requirement: Mandatory

Last checked on 16/01/2022. Please check the latest COVID-19 travel safety regulations   closer to the travel date of your train to Charleroi from Paris.

How much do cheap train tickets from Charleroi to Paris cost?

Looking to save money on your journey? Omio customers have found the cheapest train from Charleroi to Paris for the next 7 days starting from £87  one way.

What is the average price of train tickets from Charleroi to Paris?

In the next 7 days you’ll find that the average cost of a train ticket to Paris from Charleroi is £95  one way.

What is the distance between Charleroi and Paris via train?

The Charleroi to Paris train distance is approximately 142 miles (229 km).

How long does it take from Charleroi to Paris by train?

While the time it takes to travel 142 miles (229 km) to Paris from Charleroi can vary based on specific dates, weekends, and bank holidays, the train duration from Charleroi to Paris is on average 2 h 43 min.

When travelling by train from Charleroi to Paris, which train station in Charleroi do I depart from and which train station in Paris do I arrive in?

When taking the train between Charleroi and Paris, you can choose to depart from train stations like Charleroi-South, Charleroi-Ouest and Charleroi, Marchienne-Au-Pont Est. Your journey can end in train stations such as Paris Gare de Lyon, Paris Gare du Nord and Paris Gare de l'Est.

Omio customers who travel this route most frequently depart from Charleroi-South   and arrive in Paris Gare de Lyon.

Where do I find the Charleroi train station to Paris? Where is the Paris train station?

You can find the most popular departure train station for this route, Charleroi-South, located approximately 0.6 miles (872 m) from the city centre of Charleroi. The most popular arrival train station in Paris, called Paris Gare de Lyon, is located around 1.3 miles (2.1 km) away from its city centre.

Which train providers can take me from Charleroi to Paris?

For the best Charleroi to Paris train to book, you can travel safely and comfortably with Thalys, SNCB | IC or TGV. However, it's always good to check all possible train providers with services between Charleroi and Paris to compare what amenities they may offer.

How many trains are there to Paris from Charleroi a day?

The average number of trains departing Charleroi for Paris is 10 a day. The train schedules and services may vary between weekdays and weekends.

What time is the earliest train from Charleroi to Paris? What time is the last train from Charleroi to Paris?

The earliest train departing from Charleroi to Paris leaves at 06: 54. The last train departing from Charleroi to Paris leaves at 19: 19. You can find the latest Charleroi to Paris train times on Omio and book the best time to leave for your journey on your chosen travel date.

How early should I buy Charleroi to Paris 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 providers offering this journey and save money. If you buy train tickets from Charleroi to Paris within the next 7 days, you can find tickets to cost on average £95 one way. To find the best prices for this journey, consider booking your train ticket from Charleroi to Paris a few months in advance.

Important Stations and Airports for this Journey

Charleroi
Paris
Charleroi-South is the most popular Charleroi 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 Charleroi for your journey to Paris.