How to travel from Antwerp to Charleroi

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Compare train and bus for Antwerp to Charleroi

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Antwerp to Charleroi among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $21 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 19m. 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 train costs an average of $21, while a bus costs an average of $25.

Distance: 55 miles (90 km)

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$25

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$21

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$20

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2h 27m

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1h 57m

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2h 19m

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1h 49m

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1h 26m

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Compare ways to travel from Antwerp to Charleroi

Compare the available ways to get from Antwerp to Charleroi, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.

The cheapest way to travel from Antwerp to Charleroi is a train with an average price of $21 (€18).

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

A train is $5 (€4) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Antwerp to Charleroi costing on average $25 (€21).

The fastest way to travel from Antwerp to Charleroi is by train with an average journey time of 2h 19m.

Other travel options to Charleroi take longer:

Bus takes on average 2h 27m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Antwerp and Charleroi including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Antwerp to Charleroi among Omio's users.
Take the bus. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.

Tickets start at around $25 (€21) compared to roughly $20 (€17) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about -$5 (-€4). The journey takes 1h 57m versus 1h 26m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.

Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.

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from Antwerp to Charleroi

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

Our recommendation

train

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

  • Intercity2036
    2:30 PM1h35
    Antwerp-Berchem
    4:05 PMCharleroi-Sud
    $141One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • Intercity2036
    2:30 PM1h35
    Antwerp-Berchem
    4:05 PMCharleroi-Sud
    $141One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • Intercity4543
    9:59 PM1h33
    Antwerp-Berchem
    11:32 PMCharleroi-Sud
    $231One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • Intercity2037
    3:30 PM1h35
    Antwerp-Berchem
    5:05 PMCharleroi-Sud
    $141One-way
    0 transfers
  • Intercity2037
    3:25 PM1h40
    Antwerp-Central
    5:05 PMCharleroi-Sud
    $141One-way
    0 transfers
  • Intercity2036
    2:25 PM1h40
    Antwerp-Central
    4:05 PMCharleroi-Sud
    $141One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    11:20 AM5h40
    Antwerp, Van Ertbornstraat (Rooseveltplaats)
    5:00 PMCharleroi, Rue de la Villette (Gare de Charleroi-Sud Sortie numéro 2)
    $241One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlibcoFlibco
    7:15 PM1h40
    Antwerp, Van Ertbornstraat (Rooseveltplaats)
    8:55 PMCharleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes)
    $261One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlibcoFlibco
    9:10 PM1h40
    Antwerp, Van Ertbornstraat (Rooseveltplaats)
    10:50 PMCharleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes)
    $261One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Antwerp 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 Antwerp to Charleroi.

FAQs
There are 2 options to travel between Antwerp and Charleroi including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Antwerp to Charleroi is a train with an average price of $21 (€18).

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

A train is $5 (€4) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Antwerp to Charleroi costing on average $25 (€21).

The fastest way to travel from Antwerp to Charleroi is by train with an average journey time of 2h 19m.

Other travel options to Charleroi take longer:

Bus takes on average 2h 27m.

The distance from Antwerp to Charleroi is approximately 55 miles (90 km).
The average frequency per day from Antwerp to Charleroi is:
  • Around 21 trains per day.
  • Around 11 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Antwerp 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 Antwerp to Charleroi:
  • Trains mostly depart from Antwerp-Central and arrive in Charleroi-Sud.
  • Buses mostly depart from Antwerp, Van Ertbornstraat (Rooseveltplaats) 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 Antwerp to Charleroi, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Intercity, Regional, EuroCity, SNCB | BUS to go to Charleroi by train.
  • Travel with Flibco, FlixBus to go to Charleroi by bus.
Yes, there are direct services available from Antwerp to Charleroi with the following travel companies:
  • 8 direct trains per day with Intercity.
  • 11 direct buses per day with Flibco.
Omio customers who travel from Antwerp to Charleroi often also extend their vacation to go to Brussels, Bruges, Lille, Amsterdam, Ghent. 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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