How to travel from Charleroi to Rotterdam

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Compare train, flight, and bus for Charleroi to Rotterdam

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Charleroi to Rotterdam among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €30 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 3m. 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 €30, while a train costs an average of €31.

Distance: 104 miles (168 km)

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€37

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4h 27m

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The cheapest way to travel from Charleroi to Rotterdam is a bus with an average price of €30.

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

A bus is €0.44 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Charleroi to Rotterdam costing on average €31.

A bus is €469 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Charleroi to Rotterdam costing on average €499.

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

Other travel options to Rotterdam take longer:

Bus takes on average 4h 27m.

Flight takes on average 10h 17m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Charleroi and Rotterdam including taking a train, flight, and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Charleroi to Rotterdam among Omio's users.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.

The journey is about 4m faster (2h 33m by train vs 2h 37m by car) and roughly €7 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (€31 vs €37). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.

Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.

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from Charleroi to Rotterdam

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

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

  • Intercity2014+EuroCity9251
    2:51 PM2h59
    Charleroi-Sud
    5:50 PMRotterdam Centraal
    161One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • Intercity2014+EuroCity9251
    2:51 PM2h59
    Charleroi-Sud
    5:50 PMRotterdam Centraal
    161One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • SNCB4506+Eurostar9303
    6:31 AM2h31
    Marchienne-au-Pont
    9:02 AMRotterdam Centraal
    801One-way
    1 transfer

Other options

  • Intercity2010+EuroCity9235
    10:51 AM2h59
    Charleroi-Sud
    1:50 PMRotterdam Centraal
    161One-way
    1 transfer
  • Intercity2008+EuroCity9227
    8:51 AM2h59
    Charleroi-Sud
    11:50 AMRotterdam Centraal
    161One-way
    1 transfer
  • Intercity2011+EuroCity9239
    11:51 AM2h59
    Charleroi-Sud
    2:50 PMRotterdam Centraal
    161One-way
    1 transfer
  • British AirwaysBA385+BA CityflyerBA4456
    10:45 AM7h35
    Brussels Airport
    6:20 PMRotterdam The Hague Airport
    4851One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Charleroi to Rotterdam

Travel to Rotterdam 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 Rotterdam.

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There are 3 options to travel between Charleroi and Rotterdam including taking a train, flight, and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Charleroi to Rotterdam is a bus with an average price of €30.

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

A bus is €0.44 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Charleroi to Rotterdam costing on average €31.

A bus is €469 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Charleroi to Rotterdam costing on average €499.

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

Other travel options to Rotterdam take longer:

Bus takes on average 4h 27m.

Flight takes on average 10h 17m.

The distance from Charleroi to Rotterdam is approximately 104 miles (168 km).
The average frequency per day from Charleroi to Rotterdam is:
  • Around 28 trains per day.
  • Around 2 flights per day.
  • Around 2 buses per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Charleroi to Rotterdam:
  • Flights mostly depart from Brussels Airport and arrive in Rotterdam The Hague Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Charleroi-Sud and arrive in Rotterdam Centraal.
  • Buses mostly depart from Charleroi, Rue de la Villette (Gare de Charleroi-Sud Sortie numéro 2) and arrive in Rotterdam, Conradstraat (Centraal Station).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Charleroi to Rotterdam, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Rotterdam by bus.
  • Travel with Intercity, Eurocity Direct, EuroCity, Eurostar, Regional, SNCB to go to Rotterdam by train.
Omio customers who travel from Charleroi to Rotterdam often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Amsterdam, Brussels, London, Berlin. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Rotterdam and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Rotterdam to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Rotterdam, visitors can explore the renowned Rotterdam Zoo, enjoy the Spido Harbor Tour for unique views of the port and skyline, and wander through the historic Delfshaven neighborhood. For a vibrant city experience, head to Witte de Withstraat for art galleries, trendy bars, and restaurants. Outdoor enthusiasts will love Kralingse Bos for walking and cycling. Notable sights include the iconic Erasmus Bridge, the modern Markthal food market, the innovative Cube Houses, the art-rich Museum Boijmans Van Beuningen, and the Euromast observation tower for panoramic city views.
Typically, spending 2 to 3 days in Rotterdam allows visitors to explore its modern architecture, vibrant cultural scene, and key attractions such as the Markthal, Cube Houses, and the port area comfortably.
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