The average train between Ghent and Charleroi takes 1h 36m and the fastest train takes 1h 22m. There is an hourly train service from Ghent 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 hourly between Ghent and Charleroi. The earliest departure is at 4:55 AM at night, and the last departure from Ghent is at 11:48 PM which arrives into Charleroi at 1:28 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 1h 36m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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1h 27m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Ghent 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 Ghent to Charleroi. However, there are services departing from Gand-Saint-Pierre station and arriving at Charleroi-Central station via Bruxelles-Midi station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 36m.
Ghent to Charleroi train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), depart from Gand-Saint-Pierre station.
Ghent to Charleroi train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Charleroi-Central station.
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The distance between Ghent and Charleroi is 87.6 km. The road distance is 110 km.
You can take a train from Gand-Saint-Pierre to Charleroi-Central via Bruxelles-Midi in around 1h 31m.