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A major contemporary art museum in Charleroi, noted for large-scale exhibitions in an industrial-style setting. One of the city’s best-known cultural venues.
Cheapest price
$10
Average price
$10
Fastest journey
31 m
Average duration
31 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
31 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Namur to Charleroi is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Namur to Charleroi will cost around $10 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $10.
Of the 4 trains that leave Namur for Charleroi on Fri, Jun 19, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jun 19 the direct trains cover the 31 km distance in an average of 31 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 31 m .
On Fri, Jun 19 the slowest trains will take 32 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.








Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Namur to Charleroi among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $7. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 30m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $7, and a train costs an average of $5.
Distance: 19 miles (31 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$9 Average price | $7 Average price Cheapest | $8 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 8m Average total duration 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 0m Average total duration Fastest 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 39m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.0 - 0.1kg 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 Namur to Charleroi:
A bus is $1 (€1) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Namur to Charleroi costing on average $9 (€7).
Other travel options to Charleroi take longer:
Train takes on average 38m.
You'll arrive about 1m sooner (38m by train vs 39m by car). Tickets start at around $9 (€7) compared to roughly $8 (€6) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with Intercity, Regional, SNCB.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Namur to Charleroi trains for today, Thursday, June 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
3829+ 4579 | 8:11 AM Namur station | 0h43 | 8:54 AM Charleroi-West | 1 transfer | |
3829 | 8:11 AM Namur station | 0h31 | 8:42 AM Charleroi-Sud | 0 transfersDirect | |
4179 | 8:15 AM Namur station | 0h51 | 9:06 AM Charleroi-Sud | 0 transfersDirect | |
19922 | 8:38 AM Namur station | 0h32 | 9:10 AM Charleroi-Sud | 0 transfersDirect | |
4580 | 8:39 AM Jambes | 1h15 | 9:54 AM Charleroi-West | 0 transfersDirect | |
3830 | 9:11 AM Namur station | 0h31 | 9:42 AM Charleroi-Sud | 0 transfersDirect | |
3830+ 4580 | 9:11 AM Namur station | 0h43 | 9:54 AM Charleroi-West | 1 transfer | |
4180 | 9:15 AM Namur station | 0h51 | 10:06 AM Charleroi-Sud | 0 transfersDirect | |
19928 | 9:38 AM Namur station | 0h32 | 10:10 AM Charleroi-Sud | 0 transfersDirect | |
4581 | 9:39 AM Jambes | 1h15 | 10:54 AM Charleroi-West | 0 transfersDirect | |
3831 | 10:11 AM Namur station | 0h31 | 10:42 AM Charleroi-Sud | 0 transfersDirect | |
3831+ 4581 | 10:11 AM Namur station | 0h43 | 10:54 AM Charleroi-West | 1 transfer | |
4181 | 10:15 AM Namur station | 0h51 | 11:06 AM Charleroi-Sud | 0 transfersDirect | |
19932 | 10:38 AM Namur station | 0h32 | 11:10 AM Charleroi-Sud | 0 transfersDirect | |
4582 | 10:39 AM Jambes | 1h15 | 11:54 AM Charleroi-West | 0 transfersDirect | |
3832 | 11:11 AM Namur station | 0h31 | 11:42 AM Charleroi-Sud | 0 transfersDirect | |
3832+ 4582 | 11:11 AM Namur station | 0h43 | 11:54 AM Charleroi-West | 1 transfer | |
4182 | 11:15 AM Namur station | 0h51 | 12:06 PM Charleroi-Sud | 0 transfersDirect | |
19938 | 11:38 AM Namur station | 0h32 | 12:10 PM Charleroi-Sud | 0 transfersDirect | |
4583 | 11:39 AM Jambes | 1h15 | 12:54 PM Charleroi-West | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Namur to Charleroi run on average 19 times per day, taking around 38m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $5 (€4) if you book in advance.
There are 14 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 01:07, the last at 23:52. The fastest train covers the 19 miles (31 km) distance in 31m.
Distance 19 miles (31 km) |
Average train duration 38m |
Cheapest ticket price $5 (€4) |
Trains per day 19 |
Direct trains 14 |
Fastest train 31m |
First train 1:07 AM |
Last train 11:52 PM |
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Best time to book 42 days |
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A major contemporary art museum in Charleroi, noted for large-scale exhibitions in an industrial-style setting. One of the city’s best-known cultural venues.
One of the largest photography museums in Europe, housed in a former Carmelite convent in Mont-sur-Marchienne. It is highly regarded for both permanent and temporary exhibitions.
A former coal mine and memorial site with museum spaces on mining, industry, and immigration. It is Charleroi’s most important heritage attraction and a UNESCO-listed site.
The historic central square of the upper town, surrounded by major civic and religious landmarks. It is a natural starting point for exploring central Charleroi.
A former mining slag heap turned viewpoint and walking spot, offering broad views over Charleroi. It is one of the city’s most distinctive outdoor experiences.
Beyond its museum role, the wider site is also a powerful heritage area for walking through industrial structures, memorial spaces, and landscaped surroundings.
Belgian meatballs served in a sweet-savory sauce often made with onions and sirop de Liège. A Walloon brasserie classic commonly found around Charleroi.
Slow-braised beef stew cooked with Belgian beer and onions. Though associated with Belgium broadly, it is a staple comfort dish in local brasseries.
A beloved Belgian street-food sandwich filled with meat, fries, and sauce in a baguette. It is especially common in snack bars across Charleroi.
Established fine-dining restaurant offering seasonal French-Belgian cooking in an upscale, classic setting with attentive service.
Refined restaurant known for elegant Belgian-French cuisine, careful wine pairing, and a polished atmosphere suited to a special meal.
Popular local brewery and dining venue where visitors can try regional beer alongside casual Belgian dishes in an industrial-chic space.
Generally cheaper than Brussels. Hotels and dining are moderate, while budget food and public transport are fairly affordable.
Service is usually included. Rounding up or leaving 5-10% for good service is appreciated but not required. Round up taxi fares.
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