How to travel from Aachen to Charleroi

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Compare train and bus for Aachen to Charleroi

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Aachen to Charleroi among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $20 For those with little time, consider booking a bus, which has an average total journey time of 2h 17m. 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 bus costs an average of $20, while a train costs an average of $50.

Distance: 76 miles (123 km)

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$28

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2h 51m

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2h 21m

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2h 17m

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1h 47m

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The cheapest way to travel from Aachen to Charleroi is a bus with an average price of $20 (€16).

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

A bus is $30 (€24) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Aachen to Charleroi costing on average $50 (€40).

The fastest way to travel from Aachen to Charleroi is by bus with an average journey time of 2h 17m.

Other travel options to Charleroi take longer:

Train takes on average 2h 51m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Aachen and Charleroi including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Aachen to Charleroi among Omio's users.
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 $50 (€40) compared to roughly $28 (€23) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-21.73 (€-17.57). The journey takes 2h 21m versus 1h 46m 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.

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from Aachen to Charleroi

How to get from Aachen to Charleroi by train, bus or flight.

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The best way to travel from Aachen to Charleroi is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • FlixBus
    2:20 AM4h50
    Aachen
    7:10 AMCharleroi
    $231One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBus
    2:20 AM4h50
    Aachen
    7:10 AMCharleroi
    $231One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • Flibco
    7:00 PM1h40
    Aachen
    8:40 PMCharleroi
    $231One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • FlixBus
    12:35 PM4h50
    Aachen
    5:25 PMCharleroi
    $241One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBus
    10:50 AM5h00
    Aachen
    3:50 PMCharleroi
    $241One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBus
    9:50 AM5h00
    Aachen
    2:50 PMCharleroi
    $241One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Aachen to Charleroi

Travel to Charleroi easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Aachen to Charleroi.

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There are 2 options to travel between Aachen and Charleroi including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Aachen to Charleroi is a bus with an average price of $20 (€16).

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

A bus is $30 (€24) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Aachen to Charleroi costing on average $50 (€40).

The fastest way to travel from Aachen to Charleroi is by bus with an average journey time of 2h 17m.

Other travel options to Charleroi take longer:

Train takes on average 2h 51m.

The distance from Aachen to Charleroi is approximately 76 miles (123 km).
The average frequency per day from Aachen to Charleroi is:
  • Around 6 trains per day.
  • Around 4 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Aachen and Charleroi as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Aachen to Charleroi:
  • Trains mostly depart from Aachen Hbf and arrive in Charleroi-Sud.
  • Buses mostly depart from Maastricht, Meerssenerweg (International Bus Station) and arrive in Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Aachen to Charleroi, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn, Intercity, Regional-Express, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Eurostar to go to Charleroi by train.
  • Travel with BlaBlaCar, FlixBus, Flibco to go to Charleroi by bus.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Aachen to Charleroi:
  • 3 direct buses per day with BlaBlaCar, FlixBus.
Omio customers who travel from Aachen to Charleroi often also extend their vacation to go to Brussels, Bruges, Lille, Ghent, Antwerp. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Charleroi and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Charleroi to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Charleroi, you can enjoy the Charleroi Street Art Tour to explore vibrant murals and urban art, shop and dine at the modern Rive Gauche shopping center, or catch a basketball game or concert at the Spiroudome. For outdoor activities, visit Parc Reine Astrid for a stroll or picnic, and explore the scenic Les Aulniats nature reserve. Noteworthy sights include the historical Bois du Cazier, the extensive Musée de la Photographie, contemporary performances at Charleroi Danses, diverse art collections at BPS22, and the architecturally stunning Saint-Christophe Church.
A day or two in Charleroi is generally sufficient to explore its main attractions, such as the Art Deco architecture, the Museum of Photography, and the Bois du Cazier industrial site.

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