The cheapest and fastest trains from Charleroi to Louvain-la-Neuve
Cheapest price
$11
Average price
$13
Fastest journey
44 m
Average duration
51 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
31 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Charleroi to Louvain-la-Neuve is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Charleroi to Louvain-la-Neuve will cost around $13 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $11.
Of the 3 trains that leave Charleroi for Louvain-la-Neuve on Thu, Jan 29, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Jan 29 the direct trains cover the 31 km distance in an average of 51 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 44 m .
On Thu, Jan 29 the slowest trains will take 1 h 5 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.






Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Charleroi to Louvain-la-Neuve
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Charleroi to Louvain-la-Neuve among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €11. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 40m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €11, and a train costs an average of €9.
Distance: 19 miles (31 km)
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€11 Average price | €11 Average price Cheapest |
1h 22m Average total duration 52m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 10m Average total duration Fastest 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Charleroi to Louvain-la-Neuve train times
The table below shows live departures for Charleroi to Louvain-la-Neuve trains for tomorrow, Thursday, January 29. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 6:53 AM Charleroi | 1h05 | 7:58 AM Louvain-la-Neuve | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:37 AM Charleroi | 0h44 | 9:21 AM Louvain-la-Neuve | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:37 PM Charleroi | 0h44 | 2:21 PM Louvain-la-Neuve | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets Charleroi to Louvain-la-Neuve by bus or train
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Why book with Omio vs Regional?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Regional, but also compare tickets for the likes of PKP Intercity to find the best option for your trip from Charleroi to Louvain-la-Neuve.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Charleroi to Louvain-la-Neuve
Train Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from Charleroi to Louvain-la-Neuve start from as low as $11 (€9) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $14 (€11) depending on the train type and class.
Journey Duration & Frequency
- On average there are 11 daily trains from Charleroi to Louvain-la-Neuve with 0 direct service.
- The fastest trains can take as little as 44m but the average duration is 52m
Train Operators
- Travel from Charleroi to Louvain-la-Neuve with Regional and PKP Intercity
- The most booked train company for this route on Omio is Regional.
Stations & Schedule
- Most trains depart from Charleroi-Sud and arrive in Louvain-la-Neuve station
- First train typically departs at 03:30 AM and the last at 11:01 PM
Distance 19 miles (31 km) |
Average train duration 52m |
Cheapest ticket price $11 (€9) |
Trains per day 11 |
Fastest train 44m |
First train 03:30 |
Last train 23:01 |
Train companies: Regional, PKP Intercity from Charleroi to Louvain-la-Neuve trainsRegional, PKP Intercity trains will get you between Charleroi and Louvain-la-Neuve from $11 (€9). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Regional
FAQs: Trains from Charleroi to Louvain-la-Neuve
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Charleroi to Louvain-la-Neuve 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 Louvain-la-Neuve, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Charleroi to Louvain-la-Neuve
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, 24 hours a day. Access via Rue de la Villette.
- La Manufacture Urbaine
- Le Pain Quotidien
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- €0.50
- Ibis Charleroi Centre Gare
- Leonardo Hotel Charleroi City Center
- Novotel Charleroi Centre
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-6 for international and intercity trains
- Hall 2: platform 7-10 for local and regional trains
- Bus: TEC lines 1, 3, 4, 18
- Metro: Line M1, Line M2
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m. Departures can be made outside of opening hours.
- Le Pain Quotidien
- La Galoute
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €0.50
- Ibis Styles Louvain-la-Neuve Hotel and Events
- Martin's Louvain-la-Neuve
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-2 for trains to Ottignies and Brussels
- Bus: TEC lines available
- Train: Connections to Ottignies and Brussels
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