The average train between Bruges and Charleroi takes 2h 3m and the fastest train takes 1h 49m. There is an hourly train service from Bruges to Charleroi. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run hourly between Bruges and Charleroi. The earliest departure is at 4:11 AM at night, and the last departure from Bruges is at 11:19 PM which arrives into Charleroi at 1:25 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 3m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Bruges to Charleroi. However, there are services departing from Bruges station and arriving at Charleroi station via Bruxelles-Midi. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 3m.
Bruges to Charleroi train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), depart from Bruges station.
Bruges to Charleroi train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Charleroi-Central station.
Book your Bruges to Charleroi train tickets online with Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB).
The distance between Bruges and Charleroi is 123.3 km. The road distance is 148 km.
You can take a train from Bruges to Charleroi-Central via Bruxelles-Midi in around 2h 21m.