The average train between Genk and Charleroi takes 3h 24m and the fastest train takes 2h 42m. There is a train service every few hours from Genk 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 every 2 hours between Genk and Charleroi. The earliest departure is at 5:39 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Genk is at 9:06 PM which arrives into Charleroi at 6:21 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 Genk to Charleroi. However, there are services departing from Genk station and arriving at Charleroi station via Louvain. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 24m.
Genk to Charleroi train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), depart from Genk station.
Genk to Charleroi train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Charleroi-Central station.
Book your Genk to Charleroi train tickets online with Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB).
The distance between Genk and Charleroi is 96.6 km. The road distance is 131 km.
You can take a train from Genk to Charleroi-Central via Louvain in around 2h 37m.