The average train between Charleroi and Genk takes 3h 24m and the fastest train takes 2h 41m. The train service runs several times per day from Charleroi to Genk. 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 every 2 hours between Charleroi and Genk. 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 Genk at 6:53 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 24m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Charleroi to Genk. However, there are services departing from Charleroi station and arriving at Genk station via Louvain. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 24m.
Charleroi to Genk train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), depart from Charleroi-Central station.
Charleroi to Genk train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Genk station.
Book your Charleroi to Genk train tickets online with Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB).
The distance between Charleroi and Genk is 96.6 km. The road distance is 131 km.
You can take a train from Charleroi-Central to Genk via Louvain in around 2h 32m.