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 Jul 15

Cheapest price

$36

Average price

$51

Fastest journey

2 h 53 m

Average duration

3 h 9 m

Trains per day

5

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 traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Cologne to Charleroi will cost around $51 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $36.

Fast trains

Of the 5 trains that leave Cologne for Charleroi on Tue, Jul 15, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Tue, Jul 15 the direct trains cover the 186 km distance in an average of 3 h 9 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 53 m .

On Tue, Jul 15 the slowest trains will take 4 h 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.

Deutsche Bahn
10:42AM2h53
Cologne
01:35PMCharleroi
$361One-way
0 transfers
Deutsche Bahn
08:42AM4h00
Cologne
12:42PMCharleroi
$451One-way
0 transfers
Deutsche Bahn
06:42AM2h54
Cologne
09:36AMCharleroi
$511One-way
0 transfers
Eurostar
11:42AM3h00
Cologne
02:42PMCharleroi
$631One-way
0 transfers
Eurostar
05:44AM2h58
Cologne
08:42AMCharleroi
$631One-way
0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for Cologne to Charleroi

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Cologne to Charleroi 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 train which can get you there in 2h 45m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €11, and a train costs an average of €31.

Distance: 114 miles (185 km)

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Bus

€66

Average price

€21

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Cheapest

3h 15m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 45m

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30m

Additional time*

3h 36m

Average total duration

3h 6m

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30m

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0.1 - 0.2kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

0.2 - 0.5kg

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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.

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 2h 45m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $38 (€31) but you can travel from only $14 (€11) by bus.
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
Bus from $14 (€11)
Distance
114 miles (185 km)
Average train duration
2h 45m
Cheapest ticket price
$38 (€31)
Trains per day
5
Fastest train
2h 53m
First train
00:20
Last train
23:37
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
Bus from $14 (€11)

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

Travel from Cologne to Charleroi from $41 (€33) with Omio’s train partners Deutsche Bahn, PKP Intercity and Eurostar! You can find the best schedules and tickets when comparing and booking the most affordable trip for you.

Deutsche Bahn (DB) is the main provider of train services in Germany, making on average 40,000 journeys per day. A special feature of Deutsche Bahn is its wide range of ticket types, savings offers including Super Saver, Saver, and Flexible fares and discount cards like the Bahncard 25, 50 and 100. DB uses different types of trains such as the ICE (Intercity Express), IC (Intercity), EC (Eurocity), IRE (Interregio-Express), RE (Regional Express) and RB (Regionalbahn) on its routes, which differ in terms of comfort and the time required to travel.

Cologne to Charleroi train information with Deutsche Bahn:

  • Average Duration: 2 h 54 min
  • Cheapest Price: $48
  • Deutsche Bahn frequency: 5 a day

FAQs: Trains from Cologne to Charleroi

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