The average train between Diest and Charleroi takes 4h 29m and the fastest train takes 1h 31m. The train service runs several times per day from Diest 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 3 times a day between Diest and Charleroi. The earliest departure is at 4:50 AM at night, and the last departure from Diest is at 11:14 PM which arrives into Charleroi at 6:21 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 4h 29m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

1h 31m • 1 change

1h 31m • 1 change

1h 31m • 1 change

1h 31m • 1 change
Want to know about travelling from Diest to Charleroi? 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 Diest to Charleroi. However, there are services departing from Diest station and arriving at Charleroi station via Louvain. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 29m.
Diest to Charleroi train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), depart from Diest station.
Diest to Charleroi train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Charleroi-Central station.
Book your Diest to Charleroi train tickets online with Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB).
The distance between Diest and Charleroi is 77.1 km. The road distance is 112 km.
You can take a train from Diest to Charleroi-Central via Louvain in around 2h 9m.