How to travel from Utrecht to Charleroi

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Compare train and bus for Utrecht to Charleroi

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Utrecht to Charleroi among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €35 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 35m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €35, while a train costs an average of €64.

Distance: 119 miles (193 km)

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€64

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€42

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3h 35m

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3h 5m

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The cheapest way to travel from Utrecht to Charleroi is a bus with an average price of €35.

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

A bus is €30 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Utrecht to Charleroi costing on average €64.

The fastest way to travel from Utrecht to Charleroi is by train with an average journey time of 3h 35m.

Other travel options to Charleroi take longer:

Bus takes on average 5h 30m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Utrecht and Charleroi including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Utrecht 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 €64 compared to roughly €42 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €-22.16. The journey takes 3h 5m versus 2h 40m 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 Utrecht to Charleroi

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

Our recommendation

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

  • NS International | IC Brussel2016+EuroCity9216+Intercity2031
    7:18 AM3h48
    Utrecht Centraal
    11:06 AMCharleroi-Sud
    €261One-way
    2 transfers

Cheapest

  • NS International | IC Brussel2016+EuroCity9216+Intercity2031
    7:18 AM3h48
    Utrecht Centraal
    11:06 AMCharleroi-Sud
    €261One-way
    2 transfers

Fastest

  • NS International | IC Brussel2812+Eurostar9310+Intercity4529
    6:03 AM3h32
    Utrecht Centraal
    9:35 AMCharleroi-Sud
    €1061One-way
    2 transfers

Other options

  • NS International | IC Brussel2012+Intercity2030+EuroCity9212
    6:18 AM3h48
    Utrecht Centraal
    10:06 AMCharleroi-Sud
    €261One-way
    2 transfers
  • NS International | IC Brussel2016+Intercity2031+Regional4560+EuroCity9216
    7:18 AM4h03
    Utrecht Centraal
    11:21 AMCouillet
    €261One-way
    3 transfers
  • NS International | IC Brussel2012+Intercity2030+Regional4559+EuroCity9212
    6:18 AM4h03
    Utrecht Centraal
    10:21 AMCouillet
    €261One-way
    3 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    8:15 AM8h45
    Utrecht, Station Leidsche Rijn A
    5:00 PMCharleroi, Rue de la Villette (Gare de Charleroi-Sud Sortie numéro 2)
    €281One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Utrecht 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 Utrecht to Charleroi.

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There are 2 options to travel between Utrecht and Charleroi including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Utrecht to Charleroi is a bus with an average price of €35.

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

A bus is €30 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Utrecht to Charleroi costing on average €64.

The fastest way to travel from Utrecht to Charleroi is by train with an average journey time of 3h 35m.

Other travel options to Charleroi take longer:

Bus takes on average 5h 30m.

The distance from Utrecht to Charleroi is approximately 119 miles (193 km).
The average frequency per day from Utrecht to Charleroi is:
  • Around 30 trains per day.
  • Around 1 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Utrecht 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 Utrecht to Charleroi:
  • Trains mostly depart from Utrecht Centraal and arrive in Charleroi-Sud.
  • Buses mostly depart from Utrecht, NH Hotel (Jaarbeursplein) 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 Utrecht to Charleroi, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Charleroi by bus.
  • Travel with Intercity, Eurocity Direct, NS International | IC Brussel, Eurostar, EuroCity, Regional to go to Charleroi by train.
Omio customers who travel from Utrecht to Charleroi often also extend their vacation to go to Brussels, Bruges, Antwerp, Lille, Amsterdam. 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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