Ghent to Charleroi train with Intercity

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Ghent to Charleroi

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 05 Sept

Cheapest price on 05 Sept

£13

Average ticket price on 05 Sept

£14

Fastest journey on 05 Sept

2 h 9 m

Average journey duration on 05 Sept

2 h 9 m

Trains on 05 Sept

34

Distance

88 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Ghent to Charleroi will cost around £14 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £13.

Fast trains

To travel from Ghent to Charleroi you need to make at least 2 changes.

  • Intercity2809 · 3432 · 3811
    10:412h09
    Ghent St Pieters
    12:50Charleroi-Sud
    £131One-way
    2 changes
  • Intercity2810 · 3433 · 3812
    11:412h09
    Ghent St Pieters
    13:50Charleroi-Sud
    £131One-way
    2 changes
  • Intercity2807 · 3430 · 3809
    8:412h09
    Ghent St Pieters
    10:50Charleroi-Sud
    £131One-way
    2 changes
  • Intercity2808 · 3431 · 3810
    9:412h09
    Ghent St Pieters
    11:50Charleroi-Sud
    £131One-way
    2 changes
  • Intercity2808+SNCB | BUS70313+Intercity12425+SNCB | BUS70458
    9:412h45
    Ghent St Pieters
    12:26Charleroi-West
    £131One-way
    3 changes

Travel Information

Compare coach and train for Ghent to Charleroi

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Ghent to Charleroi among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £20 For those with little time, consider booking a coach, which has an average total journey time of 2h 2m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £20, while a coach costs an average of £21.

Distance: 88 km

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Coach
Driving

£20

Average Price

Cheapest

£21

Average Price

£16

Average Price

(fuel + tolls)

2h 3m

Average total duration

1h 33m

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30m

Additional time*

2h 2m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 32m

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30m

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1h 22m

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0.0 - 0.1kg

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0.1 - 0.2kg

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Your own car or car rental

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

The cheapest way to travel from Ghent to Charleroi is a train with an average price of £20.

This is compared to other travel options from Ghent to Charleroi:

A train is £0.92 less than a coach for this route with tickets for a coach from Ghent to Charleroi costing on average £21.

The fastest way to travel from Ghent to Charleroi is by coach with an average journey time of 1h 32m.

Other travel options to Charleroi take longer:

Train takes on average 1h 33m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Ghent and Charleroi including taking a coach and train.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around £20 compared to roughly £16 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-3.18. The journey takes 1h 33m versus 1h 22m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.

Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.

Live departures

Ghent to Charleroi train times

The table below shows live departures for Ghent to Charleroi trains for tomorrow, Saturday 5 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Intercity504 · 3427 · 38065:24 Ghent St Pieters
2h26
7:50 Charleroi-Sud2 changes
Intercity504 · 3830+SNCB | BUS45805:24 Ghent St Pieters
4h02
9:26 Charleroi-West2 changes
Intercity504+SNCB | BUS3126+Intercity12421+SNCB | BUS45795:24 Ghent St Pieters
3h02
8:26 Charleroi-West3 changes
Intercity1505 · 5728+SNCB | BUS704556:03 Ghent St Pieters
3h30
9:33 Charleroi-West2 changes
Intercity1505 · 12441+SNCB | BUS703326:03 Ghent St Pieters
2h27
8:30 Charleroi-Sud2 changes
Intercity505 · 3428 · 38076:25 Ghent St Pieters
2h25
8:50 Charleroi-Sud2 changes
Intercity505 · 12422+SNCB | BUS70312 · 704586:25 Ghent St Pieters
3h01
9:26 Charleroi-West3 changes
Intercity1506 · 5729+SNCB | BUS704557:03 Ghent St Pieters
3h30
10:33 Charleroi-West2 changes
Intercity1506 · 12442+SNCB | BUS703327:03 Ghent St Pieters
2h27
9:30 Charleroi-Sud2 changes
Intercity2806 · 3429 · 38087:41 Ghent St Pieters
2h09
9:50 Charleroi-Sud2 changes
Intercity2806 · 3832+SNCB | BUS704587:41 Ghent St Pieters
3h45
11:26 Charleroi-West2 changes
Intercity2806 · 12423+SNCB | BUS70312 · 704587:41 Ghent St Pieters
2h45
10:26 Charleroi-West3 changes
Intercity1507 · 5730+SNCB | BUS704568:03 Ghent St Pieters
3h30
11:33 Charleroi-West2 changes
Intercity1507 · 12443+SNCB | BUS703328:03 Ghent St Pieters
2h27
10:30 Charleroi-Sud2 changes
Intercity507 · 2109 · 5730+SNCB | BUS705738:25 Ghent St Pieters
2h20
10:45 Charleroi-Sud3 changes
Intercity2807 · 3430 · 38098:41 Ghent St Pieters
2h09
10:50 Charleroi-Sud2 changes
Intercity2807 · 3833+SNCB | BUS704588:41 Ghent St Pieters
3h45
12:26 Charleroi-West2 changes
Intercity2807 · 12424+SNCB | BUS70458 · 703128:41 Ghent St Pieters
2h45
11:26 Charleroi-West3 changes
Intercity1508 · 5731+SNCB | BUS704569:03 Ghent St Pieters
3h30
12:33 Charleroi-West2 changes
Intercity1508 · 12444+SNCB | BUS703339:03 Ghent St Pieters
2h27
11:30 Charleroi-Sud2 changes
Intercity508 · 2110 · 5731+SNCB | BUS705739:25 Ghent St Pieters
2h20
11:45 Charleroi-Sud3 changes
Intercity2808 · 3431 · 38109:41 Ghent St Pieters
2h09
11:50 Charleroi-Sud2 changes
Intercity2808+SNCB | BUS70313+Intercity12425+SNCB | BUS704589:41 Ghent St Pieters
2h45
12:26 Charleroi-West3 changes
Intercity2808 · 3834+SNCB | BUS704589:41 Ghent St Pieters
3h45
13:26 Charleroi-West2 changes
Intercity1509 · 12445+SNCB | BUS7033310:03 Ghent St Pieters
2h27
12:30 Charleroi-Sud2 changes
Intercity1509 · 5732+SNCB | BUS7045610:03 Ghent St Pieters
3h30
13:33 Charleroi-West2 changes
Intercity2809 · 3432 · 381110:41 Ghent St Pieters
2h09
12:50 Charleroi-Sud2 changes
Intercity2809 · 3835+SNCB | BUS7045810:41 Ghent St Pieters
3h45
14:26 Charleroi-West2 changes
Intercity2809 · 12426+SNCB | BUS70313 · 7045810:41 Ghent St Pieters
2h45
13:26 Charleroi-West3 changes
Intercity1510 · 12446+SNCB | BUS7033311:03 Ghent St Pieters
2h27
13:30 Charleroi-Sud2 changes
Intercity1510 · 5733+SNCB | BUS7045611:03 Ghent St Pieters
3h30
14:33 Charleroi-West2 changes
Intercity2810 · 3433 · 381211:41 Ghent St Pieters
2h09
13:50 Charleroi-Sud2 changes
Intercity2810 · 12427+SNCB | BUS70313 · 7045811:41 Ghent St Pieters
2h45
14:26 Charleroi-West3 changes
Intercity2810 · 3836+SNCB | BUS7045811:41 Ghent St Pieters
3h45
15:26 Charleroi-West2 changes

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Ghent to Charleroi

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Trains from Ghent to Charleroi run on average 19 times per day, taking around 1h 33m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £11 if you book in advance.

The earliest train runs at 01:10, the last at 23:48. The fastest train covers the 88 km distance in 1h 30m.

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
88 km
Average train duration
1h 33m
Cheapest ticket price
£11
Trains per day
19
Fastest train
1h 30m
First train
1:10
Last train
23:48
Cheapest Month
Jan
Cheapest Day
Sat
High Season
Oct - Dec
Low Season
Jul - Sept
Busiest Day
Mon
Least Busy Day
Wed
Best time to book
6 days
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, SNCB | BUS, SNCB from Ghent to Charleroi trainsIntercity, Regional, SNCB | BUS, SNCB trains will get you between Ghent and Charleroi from £11. 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 Intercity Duration
1h 30m
Cheapest Intercity Price
£11
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

What's included in each class

Compare Intercity classes and the amenities included in each one.

1st Class
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Power plugs
  • Extra legroom
  • Quiet zone
  • Lounge Access
2nd Class
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Power plugs
FLEX PREMIÈRE
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Power plugs
  • Extra legroom
  • Quiet zone
  • Lounge Access
Plus
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Power plugs
  • Wide seats
  • Food available
  • Extra legroom
  • Lounge Access
Premier
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Power plugs
  • Wide seats
  • Extra legroom
  • Free meal
  • Lounge Access
PRO SECONDE
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Power plugs
Standard
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Power plugs
  • Food available

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 Regional Duration
1h 32m
Cheapest Regional Price
£13
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

What's included in each class

Compare Regional classes and the amenities included in each one.

1st Class
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Power plugs
  • Extra legroom
  • Quiet zone
2nd Class
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Power plugs

SNCB | BUS

Luggage & cancellation policy
SNCB | BUS frequency
8 a day

What's included in each class

Compare SNCB | BUS classes and the amenities included in each one.

1st Class
  • Power plugs
  • Extra legroom
2nd Class
  • Power plugs

SNCB

About
SNCB is Belgium’s national railway company and the country’s main train operator, offering First Class and Second Class tickets. It runs a variety of services, including Intercity trains for the fastest domestic connections, Interregio trains with more local stops, and international options such as EuroCity, Thalys, and ICE International. Thalys trains connect Belgium with France, Germany, and the Netherlands at high speed, while EuroCity and ICE International link Belgium to Germany and other European destinations. Onboard facilities typically include comfortable seating, free Wi-Fi, and power outlets. Popular routes include Brussels to Antwerp, Brussels to Bruges, Brussels to Ghent, and Brussels to Liège.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average SNCB Duration
1h 23m
Cheapest SNCB Price
£16
SNCB frequency
25 a day

Complete guide to Charleroi

Things to do in Charleroi

Discover the best of Charleroi — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Charleroi trip today.

  • Must visit

Musée de la Photographie

Major photography museum in a former convent, with strong permanent collections and changing exhibitions in a calm setting.

  • Must visit

Bois du Cazier

Industrial heritage museum on a former mine site, combining exhibitions with preserved workshops and memorial spaces.

  • Recommended

Musée des Beaux-Arts de Charleroi

Fine arts museum presenting Belgian and regional art, useful for understanding local culture through painting and sculpture.

Euro (€)

Moderate for Belgium: accommodation and dining are mid-priced, while local buses and trains are fairly reasonable for visitors.

Average meal costs

Budget
€8-15 for fast food or a simple lunch.
Mid-range
€20-35 per person for a restaurant meal.
Fine dining
€60+ per person for upscale dining.
Coffee
€2.50-4 for a cappuccino or similar coffee.

Tipping culture

Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for great restaurant service. Taxi fares can be rounded up; small change is fine in cafés.

FAQs: Ghent to Charleroi train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ghent 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.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Ghent to Charleroi can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £11, while the average price tends to be around £20.
The train journey from Ghent to Charleroi covers a distance of 88 km and takes approximately 1h 30m. Trains run 19 per day.
The train distance from Ghent to Charleroi is 88 km.
The first train from Ghent to Charleroi leaves at 1:10.
The last train from Ghent to Charleroi departs at 23:48.
Trains from Ghent to Charleroi run approximately 19 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Ghent to Charleroi.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Ghent to Charleroi.
To get from Ghent to Charleroi, you can choose from several travel options including coach and train.
There is no night train service from Ghent to Charleroi.
The train station in Ghent that goes to Charleroi is Ghent St Pieters, and it arrives at Charleroi-Sud.
The cheapest way to get from Ghent to Charleroi is by train, costing approximately £11.
Booking trains from Ghent to Charleroi in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Ghent to Charleroi is not particularly scenic, as it primarily passes through urban areas and industrial zones rather than picturesque countryside or notable landmarks.
Yes, a day trip from Ghent to Charleroi is feasible as the journey takes 1h 30m and covers 88 km. There are 8 trains per day.
In Charleroi, you can enjoy the Charleroi Street Art Tour, exploring vibrant murals and urban art. Visit Rive Gauche for shopping and dining, or catch a game or concert at the Spiroudome. Relax at Parc Reine Astrid or explore the nature reserve at Les Aulniats. Discover the historical Bois du Cazier, a UNESCO site, and the Musée de la Photographie. Experience contemporary dance at Charleroi Danses and admire art at BPS22. Don't miss the stunning architecture of Saint-Christophe Church.
A visit to Charleroi typically requires 1 to 2 days to explore its main attractions such as the Photography Museum and the Bois du Cazier, while allowing time to enjoy local dining and shopping experiences.
Yes, you can take the train from Ghent to Charleroi.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Ghent and Charleroi

Most Ghent to Charleroi trains use the Gent St Pieters to Charleroi-Sud station pair, with some services arriving at Courcelles-Motte. Use this guide to compare Ghent and Charleroi train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Ghent
Arrival train stations in Charleroi

Which Ghent station do trains to Charleroi leave from?

Trains from Ghent to Charleroi leave from Gent St Pieters. The station is 2 km from Ghent city centre at Koningin Maria Hendrikaplein, 9000 Ghent, Belgium.
Gent St PietersKoningin Maria Hendrikaplein, 9000 Ghent, Belgium+32 2 528 28 28WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts
City-centre transport

Getting to Gent St Pieters from Ghent city centre

Gent St Pieters is 1 km from Ghent city centre. Public transport options include:

Bus60 · 8m · £3 · every ~3 min
TramT1, Gf, T3, T4 · 14m · £3 · every ~32 min

Gent St Pieters train station facilities and services

Gent St Pieters 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: De Graslei, Restaurant Patrick Foley's

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free. ATMs are available in the train station.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Gent St Pieters. Information desks are located in the main hall.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is available at Gent St Pieters. Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Gent St Pieters: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Gent St Pieters: Bike Parking, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Gent St Pieters: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include NH Gent Sint Pieters, Hotel Carlton, Astoria Hotel Gent.

Gent-DampoortKasteellaan 447, 9000 Ghent, Belgium+32 9 241 22 11WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts
City-centre transport

Getting to Gent-Dampoort from Ghent city centre

Gent-Dampoort is 1 km from Ghent city centre. Public transport options include:

Bus10, 11, 12a, 12b · 9m · £3 · every ~20 min

Gent-Dampoort train station facilities and services

Gent-Dampoort has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.

Food and drink

Food options include: De Graslei, Amadeus Ghent 1

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free. ATMs are available in the train station.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Gent-Dampoort. Information desks are located in the main hall.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is available at Gent-Dampoort. Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Gent-Dampoort: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Gent-Dampoort: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Gent-Dampoort: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Adagio Access Gent Centrum Dampoort, Hotel Cathedral, Ibis Gent Centrum St-Baafs Kathedraal.

Gentbrugge9050 Ghent, BelgiumParkingDiningATMAccessibilityWCBike Parking
City-centre transport

Getting to Gentbrugge from Ghent city centre

Gentbrugge is 3 km from Ghent city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainS51, L, Ic, S53 · 6m · £0.90 · every ~4 min
Bus11 · 15m · £3 · every ~11 min
11 · 20m · £3 · every ~11 min
TramGf · 22m · £3 · every ~11 min
T1, Gf, T3, T4 · 37m · £4 · every ~32 min

Gentbrugge train station facilities and services

Gentbrugge has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC and Bike Parking.

Food and drink

Food and drink options are available at Gentbrugge.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

ATMs are available at Gentbrugge.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Gentbrugge: Parking, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Gentbrugge: Bike Parking.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Gentbrugge.

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