How to travel from Tournai to Charleroi

You can travel between Tournai and Charleroi by train.

The cheapest way to travel from Tournai to Charleroi is a train with an average price of €15.

The fastest way to travel from Tournai to Charleroi is by bus with an average journey time of 1h 1m.

Other travel options to Charleroi take longer:

Train takes on average 1h 12m.

The distance from Tournai to Charleroi is approximately 48 miles (78 km).

The average frequency per day from Tournai to Charleroi is:

• Around 12 trains per day.
• Around 5 buses per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Tournai to Charleroi:

• Trains mostly depart from Tournai station and arrive in Charleroi-Sud.
• Buses mostly depart from Lille, Boulevard de Turin (Gare Lille Europe) 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 Tournai to Charleroi, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:

• Travel with BlaBlaCar to go to Charleroi by bus.
• Travel with Intercity, SNCB to go to Charleroi by train.

Yes, there are direct services available from Tournai to Charleroi with the following travel companies:

• 5 direct buses per day with BlaBlaCar.
• 5 direct trains per day with Intercity, SNCB.

Omio customers who travel from Tournai 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.