How to travel from Charleroi to Düsseldorf

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Charleroi to Düsseldorf

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Charleroi to Düsseldorf among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €21 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 41m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €21, while a flight costs an average of €466.

Distance: 116 miles (187 km)

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3h 11m

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4h 19m

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Compare ways to travel from Charleroi to Düsseldorf

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

The cheapest way to travel from Charleroi to Düsseldorf is a bus with an average price of €21.

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

A bus is €60 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Charleroi to Düsseldorf costing on average €81.

A bus is €445 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Charleroi to Düsseldorf costing on average €466.

The fastest way to travel from Charleroi to Düsseldorf is by train with an average journey time of 3h 41m.

Other travel options to Düsseldorf take longer:

Bus takes on average 4h 19m.

Flight takes on average 4h 20m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Charleroi and Düsseldorf including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Charleroi to Düsseldorf 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 €81 compared to roughly €36 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about -€44. The journey takes 3h 11m versus 2h 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.

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from Charleroi to Düsseldorf

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

Our recommendation

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

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    6:10 PM3h30
    Charleroi, Rue de la Villette (Gare de Charleroi-Sud Sortie numéro 2)
    9:40 PMDüsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf
    €181One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    6:10 PM3h30
    Charleroi, Rue de la Villette (Gare de Charleroi-Sud Sortie numéro 2)
    9:40 PMDüsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf
    €181One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • Brussels AirlinesLH5589+LufthansaLH78
    7:30 PM2h45
    Brussels Airport
    10:15 PMDusseldorf Airport
    €4741One-way
    1 transfer

Other options

  • Deutsche BahnIC 3810 · ICE 315 · 28520
    11:18 AM3h41
    Charleroi-Sud
    2:59 PMDüsseldorf Hbf
    €751One-way
    2 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnIC 3808 · ICE 15 · ICE 1032
    9:18 AM3h30
    Charleroi-Sud
    12:48 PMDüsseldorf Hbf
    €831One-way
    2 transfers
  • KLMKL1704 · KL1801
    10:45 AM3h05
    Brussels Airport
    1:50 PMDusseldorf Airport
    €2811One-way
    1 transfer
  • KLMKL1702 · KL1801
    8:05 AM5h45
    Brussels Airport
    1:50 PMDusseldorf Airport
    €2811One-way
    1 transfer
  • KLMKL1706 · KL1805
    2:45 PM7h25
    Brussels Airport
    10:10 PMDusseldorf Airport
    €2811One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Charleroi to Düsseldorf

Travel to Düsseldorf 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 Charleroi to Düsseldorf.

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There are 3 options to travel between Charleroi and Düsseldorf including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Charleroi to Düsseldorf is a bus with an average price of €21.

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

A bus is €60 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Charleroi to Düsseldorf costing on average €81.

A bus is €445 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Charleroi to Düsseldorf costing on average €466.

The fastest way to travel from Charleroi to Düsseldorf is by train with an average journey time of 3h 41m.

Other travel options to Düsseldorf take longer:

Bus takes on average 4h 19m.

Flight takes on average 4h 20m.

The distance from Charleroi to Düsseldorf is approximately 116 miles (187 km).
The average frequency per day from Charleroi to Düsseldorf is:
  • Around 21 flights per day.
  • Around 5 trains per day.
  • Around 1 buses per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Charleroi to Düsseldorf:
  • Flights mostly depart from Brussels Airport and arrive in Dusseldorf Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Charleroi-Sud and arrive in Düsseldorf Hbf.
  • Buses mostly depart from Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes) and arrive in Düsseldorf, ZOB am Hbf.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Charleroi to Düsseldorf, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn, Eurostar, SNCB, Intercity to go to Düsseldorf by train.
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Düsseldorf by bus.
  • Travel with KLM Cityhopper, Swiss, Eurowings, Brussels Airlines, Lufthansa City Airlines, KLM, Qatar Airways, Air Baltic, Lot Polish Airlines, Helvetic Airways, British Airways, Edelweiss Air to go to Düsseldorf by flight.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Charleroi to Düsseldorf:
  • 1 direct buses per day with FlixBus.
Omio customers who travel from Charleroi to Düsseldorf often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Amsterdam, London, Palma, Barcelona. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Düsseldorf and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Düsseldorf to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Düsseldorf, you can explore Carlsplatz markets for diverse foods, take a Rhine River boat cruise, or visit the Aquazoo Löbbecke Museum. Enjoy performances at Deutsche Oper am Rhein, or relax in the Japanese Garden in Nordpark. Key sights include the Rheinturm for city views, luxury shopping at Königsallee, vibrant nightlife in Altstadt, art at Kunstsammlung Nordrhein-Westfalen, and the baroque beauty of Schloss Benrath.
Typically, 2 to 3 days are sufficient to explore Düsseldorf's key attractions, such as the Altstadt, Königsallee, and Rheinturm, while enjoying its vibrant art scene and culinary offerings.
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