- Must visit
Musée de la Photographie
Major museum of photography in a former Carmelite convent. Its collections and exhibitions make it one of Belgium's standout cultural venues.
Cheapest price
€25
Average price
€25
Fastest journey
2 h 26 m
Average duration
2 h 26 m
Trains per day
30
Distance
100 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Maastricht to Charleroi is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Maastricht to Charleroi will cost around €25 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €25.
It's difficult to get from Maastricht to Charleroi without transferring at least once.
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3836Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Maastricht to Charleroi among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 54m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €8, and a train costs an average of €16.
Distance: 62 miles (100 km)
| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€26 Average price | €12 Average price Cheapest | €22 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 24m Average total duration Fastest 1h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 24m Average total duration 1h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 22m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Maastricht to Charleroi:
A bus is €14 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Maastricht to Charleroi costing on average €26.
Other travel options to Charleroi take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 54m.
Tickets start at around €26 compared to roughly €22 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €-4.62. The journey takes 1h 54m 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.
The table below shows live departures for Maastricht to Charleroi trains for tomorrow, Monday, August 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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16914+ 3831+ 4581 | 8:16 AM Maastricht station | 2h38 | 10:54 AM Charleroi-West | 2 transfers | |
16914+ 3831 | 8:16 AM Maastricht station | 2h26 | 10:42 AM Charleroi-Sud | 1 transfer | |
16914+ 3831+ 4160 | 8:16 AM Maastricht station | 2h42 | 10:58 AM Couillet | 2 transfers | |
16918+ 3832+ 4161 | 9:16 AM Maastricht station | 2h42 | 11:58 AM Couillet | 2 transfers | |
16918+ 3832+ 4582 | 9:16 AM Maastricht station | 2h38 | 11:54 AM Charleroi-West | 2 transfers | |
16918+ 3832 | 9:16 AM Maastricht station | 2h26 | 11:42 AM Charleroi-Sud | 1 transfer | |
16922+ 3833+ 4583 | 10:16 AM Maastricht station | 2h38 | 12:54 PM Charleroi-West | 2 transfers | |
16922+ 3833 | 10:16 AM Maastricht station | 2h26 | 12:42 PM Charleroi-Sud | 1 transfer | |
16922+ 3833+ 4162 | 10:16 AM Maastricht station | 2h42 | 12:58 PM Couillet | 2 transfers | |
16926+ 3834 | 11:16 AM Maastricht station | 2h26 | 1:42 PM Charleroi-Sud | 1 transfer | |
16926+ 3834+ 4584 | 11:16 AM Maastricht station | 2h38 | 1:54 PM Charleroi-West | 2 transfers | |
16926+ 3834+ 4163 | 11:16 AM Maastricht station | 2h42 | 1:58 PM Couillet | 2 transfers | |
16930+ 3835+ 4585 | 12:16 PM Maastricht station | 2h38 | 2:54 PM Charleroi-West | 2 transfers | |
16930+ 3835 | 12:16 PM Maastricht station | 2h26 | 2:42 PM Charleroi-Sud | 1 transfer | |
16930+ 3835+ 4164 | 12:16 PM Maastricht station | 2h42 | 2:58 PM Couillet | 2 transfers | |
16934+ 3836 | 1:16 PM Maastricht station | 2h26 | 3:42 PM Charleroi-Sud | 1 transfer | |
16934+ 3836+ 4165 | 1:16 PM Maastricht station | 2h42 | 3:58 PM Couillet | 2 transfers | |
16934+ 3836+ 4586 | 1:16 PM Maastricht station | 2h38 | 3:54 PM Charleroi-West | 2 transfers | |
16938+ 3837+ 4587 | 2:16 PM Maastricht station | 2h38 | 4:54 PM Charleroi-West | 2 transfers | |
16938+ 3837+ 4166 | 2:16 PM Maastricht station | 2h42 | 4:58 PM Couillet | 2 transfers | |
16938+ 3837 | 2:16 PM Maastricht station | 2h26 | 4:42 PM Charleroi-Sud | 1 transfer | |
16942+ 3838 | 3:16 PM Maastricht station | 2h26 | 5:42 PM Charleroi-Sud | 1 transfer | |
16942+ 3838+ 4167 | 3:16 PM Maastricht station | 2h42 | 5:58 PM Couillet | 2 transfers | |
16942+ 3838+ 4588 | 3:16 PM Maastricht station | 2h38 | 5:54 PM Charleroi-West | 2 transfers | |
16946+ 3839+ 4589 | 4:16 PM Maastricht station | 2h38 | 6:54 PM Charleroi-West | 2 transfers | |
16946+ 3839+ 4168 | 4:16 PM Maastricht station | 2h42 | 6:58 PM Couillet | 2 transfers | |
16946+ 3839 | 4:16 PM Maastricht station | 2h26 | 6:42 PM Charleroi-Sud | 1 transfer | |
16950+ 3840+ 4590 | 5:16 PM Maastricht station | 2h38 | 7:54 PM Charleroi-West | 2 transfers | |
16950+ 3840 | 5:16 PM Maastricht station | 2h26 | 7:42 PM Charleroi-Sud | 1 transfer | |
16950+ 3840+ 4190 | 5:16 PM Maastricht station | 2h46 | 8:02 PM Couillet | 2 transfers | |
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Trains from Maastricht to Charleroi run on average 12 times per day, taking around 1h 54m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €16 but you can travel from only €8 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:16, the last at 23:37. The fastest train covers the 62 miles (100 km) distance in 2h 26m.
Distance 62 miles (100 km) |
Average train duration 1h 54m |
Cheapest ticket price €16 |
Trains per day 12 |
Fastest train 2h 26m |
First train 12:16 AM |
Last train 11:37 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 2 days |
Discover the best of Charleroi — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Charleroi trip today.
Major museum of photography in a former Carmelite convent. Its collections and exhibitions make it one of Belgium's standout cultural venues.
Museum and memorial at a former coal mine, focused on mining, labor, and the 1956 disaster. Essential for industrial heritage in Wallonia.
Fine arts museum presenting Belgian and regional art in the renovated city center. A compact stop for painting, sculpture, and temporary shows.
Main central square framed by city hall and belfry. It is the best starting point for architecture, markets, and local urban life.
Revived lower-town square with shops, events, and a lively feel. A practical stop for experiencing modern Charleroi's city-center renewal.
Riverside area along the Sambre with changing urban views, bridges, and street art. Good for a walk that shows the city's industrial setting.
A rustic Walloon leek and potato tart, often enriched with cream or cheese. It is a classic regional comfort dish found in homes and local bakeries.
A sweet caramelized waffle from nearby Liège, made with pearl sugar that melts in the dough. It is one of Belgium's most iconic street snacks.
Belgian fries served hot with mayonnaise or sauces. In Charleroi and Wallonia, frites are a daily staple and a point of local pride.
Refined French-Belgian dining with polished service and seasonal ingredients. A strong choice for a more elegant meal in central Charleroi.
Well-known brasserie-style venue serving Belgian classics, seafood, and grilled dishes in a lively, traditional setting.
Reliable spot for classic Belgian fries and quick local comfort food. Casual atmosphere and a good option for an everyday Walloon snack.
Moderate for Belgium: hotels and dining cost more than budget EU cities, but Charleroi is often cheaper than Brussels. Local transit and casual meals are fairly affordable.
Service is usually included. Rounding up or leaving 5-10% for great restaurant service is appreciated. Round up for taxis; small change is fine in cafes.
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Charleroi-Sud -> Charleroi-Sud, Charleroi
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Maastricht 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.

Most Maastricht to Charleroi trains use the Maastricht to Charleroi-Sud station pair, with some services arriving at Courcelles-Motte. Use this guide to compare Maastricht and Charleroi train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Maastricht is 1 km from Maastricht city centre. Public transport options include:
Maastricht 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, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Witloof, Grand Café Maastricht Soiron
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Maastricht. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Maastricht. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Maastricht: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Maastricht: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Maastricht: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Crowne Plaza Maastricht, Hotel Beaumont, Kaboom Hotel.
Maastricht Randwyck is 2 km from Maastricht city centre. Public transport options include:
Maastricht Randwyck has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink options are available at Maastricht Randwyck.
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Maastricht Randwyck. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Available at Maastricht Randwyck: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Maastricht Randwyck: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Maastricht Randwyck: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include NH Maastricht, Hotel Randwyck, Apart Hotel Randwyck.
Maastricht Noord is 3 km from Maastricht city centre. Public transport options include:
Maastricht Noord has practical services for this route, including Parking, Accessibility, Hotel, and Car Rental.
Available at Maastricht Noord: Parking.
Available at Maastricht Noord: Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Maastricht Noord.
Charleroi-Sud 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 options include: La Manufacture Urbaine, Le Pain Quotidien
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Charleroi-Sud. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Charleroi-Sud. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Charleroi-Sud: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Charleroi-Sud: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Charleroi-Sud: Ramps.
Nearby hotels include Ibis Charleroi Centre Gare, Leonardo Hotel Charleroi City Center, Novotel Charleroi Centre.
Lodelinsart is 2 km from Charleroi city centre. Public transport options include:
Lodelinsart has practical services for this route, including Dining, Accessibility, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Lodelinsart.
Available at Lodelinsart: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Lodelinsart.
Charleroi-Ouest has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Le Pain Quotidien, La Table de la Manufacture Urbaine
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Charleroi-Ouest. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Charleroi-Ouest. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Charleroi-Ouest: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Charleroi-Ouest: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Charleroi-Ouest: Ramps.
Nearby hotels include Leonardo Hotel Charleroi City Center, Ibis Charleroi Centre Gare.
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