The average train between Paris and Charleroi takes 2h 53m and the fastest train takes 2h 33m. There is a train service every few hours from Paris 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 Paris and Charleroi. The earliest departure is at 6:16 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Paris is at 9:48 PM which arrives into Charleroi at 6:35 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 2h 53m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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2h 49m • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Paris 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 Paris to Charleroi. However, there are services departing from Paris station and arriving at Charleroi station via Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 53m.
Paris to Charleroi train services, operated by Eurostar, depart from Paris Nord station.
Paris to Charleroi train services, operated by Eurostar, arrive at Charleroi-Central station.
Book your Paris to Charleroi train tickets online with Eurostar and Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB).
The distance between Paris and Charleroi is 229.3 km. The road distance is 363 km.
You can take a train from Paris Nord to Charleroi-Central via Bruxelles-Midi in around 2h 26m.