The average train between Charleroi and Lyon takes 5h 8m and the fastest train takes 4h 53m. The train service runs several times per day from Charleroi to Lyon. 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 4 hours between Charleroi and Lyon. The earliest departure is at 4:54 AM at night, and the last departure from Charleroi is at 4:51 PM which arrives into Lyon at 9:59 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 5h 8m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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5h 8m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Charleroi to Lyon? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Charleroi to Lyon. However, there are services departing from Charleroi-Central station and arriving at Lyon Part Dieu station via Bruxelles-Midi station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 8m.
Charleroi to Lyon train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), depart from Charleroi-Central station.
Charleroi to Lyon train services, operated by TGV inOui, arrive at Lyon Part Dieu station.
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The distance between Charleroi and Lyon is 519.3 km. The road distance is 605 km.
You can take a train from Charleroi-Central to Lyon Part Dieu via Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi in around 5h 46m.