Cologne to Charleroi train with Deutsche Bahn (ICE,IC)

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Cologne to Charleroi

Showing times and prices for 22 Jun

Cheapest price

£63

Average price

£85

Fastest journey

3 h 13 m

Average duration

3 h 14 m

Trains per day

Distance

186 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Cologne to Charleroi will cost around £85 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £63.

Fast trains

To travel from Cologne to Charleroi you need to make at least one change.

ICE 316 · IC 3132

09:413h16

Cologne Hbf

12:57Charleroi-Sud

£631One-way

1 change

9426+

3131

08:443h13

Cologne Hbf

11:57Charleroi-Sud

£791One-way

1 change

ICE 16 · IC 3134

11:423h15

Cologne Hbf

14:57Charleroi-Sud

£831One-way

1 change

9450+

3135

12:423h15

Cologne Hbf

15:57Charleroi-Sud

£1001One-way

1 change

9438+

3133

10:443h13

Cologne Hbf

13:57Charleroi-Sud

£1001One-way

1 change

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Cologne to Charleroi

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Cologne 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 train which can get you there in 3h 8m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg.

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Train	Most popular Coach
£47 Average Price	£20 Average Price Cheapest
3h 38m average duration Fastest 3h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	5h 30m average duration 5h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time*
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest	0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions
Direct Options	Direct Options

Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

Live departures

Cologne to Charleroi train times

Showing trains for tomorrow, Sunday 22 June

Last updated at 23:53

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Changes
9426+3131	06:44 Cologne Hbf	3h13	09:57 Charleroi-Sud	1 change
ICE 316 · IC 3132	On time 07:41 Cologne Hbf	3h16	10:57 Charleroi-Sud	1 change
9438+3133	08:44 Cologne Hbf	3h13	11:57 Charleroi-Sud	1 change
ICE 16 · IC 3134	On time 09:42 Cologne Hbf	3h15	12:57 Charleroi-Sud	1 change
9450+3135	10:42 Cologne Hbf	3h15	13:57 Charleroi-Sud	1 change

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How far in advance should I book train tickets from Cologne to Charleroi?

The best time to book your train from Cologne to Charleroi is 4 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Cologne to Charleroi route.

Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Cologne to Charleroi per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from Cologne to Charleroi.

Trains

from £16

Journey information

Overview: Train from Cologne to Charleroi

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Trains from Cologne to Charleroi run on average 5 times per day, taking around 3h 8m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £25 but you can travel from only £11 by coach.

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

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Coach from £11

Distance

185 km

Average train duration

3h 8m

Cheapest ticket price

£25

Trains per day

Fastest train

2h 53m

First train

05:44

Last train

18:42

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Coach from £11

Train providers: Deutsche Bahn, PKP Intercity and Eurostar trains Cologne to Charleroi

Travel from Cologne to Charleroi from £30 with Omio’s train partners Deutsche Bahn, PKP Intercity and Eurostar! You can find the best timetables and tickets when comparing and booking the most affordable trip for you.

Deutsche Bahn is a German train company that operates trains throughout the country including trains between Cologne and Charleroi. It offers a wide range of services, including high-speed InterCity Express (ICE) trains, regional trains, and night trains. ICE trains are the fastest and most comfortable way to travel, with speeds of up to 300 km/h. Regional trains are slower but offer more frequent stops and are ideal for shorter trips. Night trains are a great way to save time and money, with comfortable sleeping compartments and couchettes. Deutsche Bahn offers a variety of ticket types, including single tickets, day tickets, and group tickets. Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi, power outlets, and a variety of food and beverage options. The most popular routes for Deutsche Bahn are between major cities such as Berlin, Munich, Hamburg, and Frankfurt. Other popular routes include Cologne to Stuttgart, Berlin to Dresden, and Hamburg to Cologne.

Train information from Cologne to Charleroi with Deutsche Bahn:

Average Duration: 2 h 54 min
Cheapest Price: £35
Deutsche Bahn frequency: 5 a day

Eurostar is the exclusive high-speed railway service connecting the United Kingdom with countries in Europe like France, Belgium and the Netherlands. Most Eurostar trains travel through the Channel Tunnel between the UK and France. With a high-speed train service reaching speeds up to 186 mph (300 km/h), you will travel from Cologne to Charleroi in ultimate comfort coupled with modern, comfortable seats and large windows. When booking your Eurostar train from Cologne to Charleroi, you can choose between three ticket types: Standard, Standard Premier (with light refreshments served and spacious seats), and Business Premier (with flexible travel options, spacious seating, lounge access, priority boarding and hot meal served).

Cologne to Charleroi train information with Eurostar:

Average Duration: 2 h 58 min
Cheapest Price: £30

FAQs: Cologne to Charleroi train

FAQs: Travel by train from Cologne 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 Cologne to Charleroi.

Cheap train tickets from Cologne to Charleroi can start from as little as £28 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Cologne to Charleroi is £49; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.

The average journey time by train from Cologne to Charleroi is 2 h 49 min to travel the 115 mile long journey, with around there are 8 trains per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.

The first train from Cologne to Charleroi leaves at 00: 20. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Cologne to Charleroi leaves at 23: 45.

There are 8 trains a day from Cologne to Charleroi which require at least one change with Deutsche Bahn or Eurostar. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.

Yes, there's a high-speed train to Charleroi. Take the fast train with Eurostar from Cologne to Charleroi.

The high-speed Eurostar train from Cologne to Charleroi takes 2 h 58 min on average.

When taking a train from Cologne to Charleroi, you can count on Deutsche Bahn or Eurostar for the best way to get you to Charleroi. You can also check all possible train providers who offer a service between Cologne and Charleroi and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 23: 45.

A trip to Charleroi from Cologne is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2 h 49 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month for a train from Cologne to Charleroi is December.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Cologne and Charleroi including taking a train or coach.