The average train between Charleroi and Zurich takes 9h 57m and the fastest train takes 7h 37m. The train service runs several times per day from Charleroi to Zurich. 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 3 times a day between Charleroi and Zurich. The earliest departure is at 6:23 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Charleroi is at 9:03 PM which arrives into Zurich at 11:26 AM. All services require a transfer at Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi and take an average of 9h 57m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.



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Want to know about travelling from Charleroi to Zurich? 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 Zurich. However, there are services departing from Charleroi station and arriving at Zurich station via Bruxelles-Midi. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 57m.
Charleroi to Zurich train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), depart from Charleroi-Central station.
Charleroi to Zurich train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Zuerich Hb station.
Book your Charleroi to Zurich train tickets online with Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), Eurostar and 2 other operators.
The distance between Charleroi and Zurich is 452.3 km. The road distance is 977 km.
You can take a train from Charleroi-Central to Zuerich Hb via Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi, Paris Nord, and Paris Gare De Lyon in around 7h 40m.