The average train between Charleroi and Alken takes 2h 37m and the fastest train takes 2h 13m. The train service runs several times per day from Charleroi to Alken. 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 twice daily between Charleroi and Alken. The earliest departure is at 5:39 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Charleroi is at 10:39 PM which arrives into Alken at 7:49 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 37m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Charleroi to Alken. However, there are services departing from Charleroi-Central station and arriving at Alken station via Louvain station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 37m.
Charleroi to Alken train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), depart from Charleroi-Central station.
Charleroi to Alken train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Alken station.
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The distance between Charleroi and Alken is 79.8 km. The road distance is 88 km.
You can take a train from Charleroi-Central to Alken via Louvain in around 1h 56m.