What is the cheapest way to get from Calais to Charleroi?

The cheapest way to get from Calais to Charleroi is to train which costs €30 - €75 and takes 3h 47m.

What is the fastest way to get from Calais to Charleroi?

The fastest way to get from Calais to Charleroi is to drive which takes 2h 16m and costs €35 - €55.

Is there a direct train between Calais and Charleroi?

No, there is no direct train from Calais to Charleroi. However, there are services departing from Calais Ville and arriving at Charleroi-Central via Lille Flandres. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 47m.

How far is it from Calais to Charleroi?

The distance between Calais and Charleroi is 215 km. The road distance is 227.4 km.

How do I travel from Calais to Charleroi without a car?

The best way to get from Calais to Charleroi without a car is to train which takes 3h 47m and costs €30 - €75.

How long does it take to get from Calais to Charleroi?

It takes approximately 3h 47m to get from Calais to Charleroi, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Calais to Charleroi train from?

Calais to Charleroi train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), depart from Calais Ville station.

Where does the Calais to Charleroi train arrive?

Calais to Charleroi train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), arrive at Lille Flandres station.

Can I drive from Calais to Charleroi?

Yes, the driving distance between Calais to Charleroi is 227 km. It takes approximately 2h 16m to drive from Calais to Charleroi.

How do I get a train ticket from Calais to Charleroi?

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Where can I stay near Charleroi?

There are 480+ hotels available in Charleroi.

Calais to Charleroi - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Calais to Charleroi by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Calais Ville to Lille Flandrestrain Ter
2. Take the train from Lille Flandres to Charleroi-Centraltrain Ter
3h 47m
€34–73
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Calais Frethun to Lille Europetrain Ter
2. Take the bus from Lille Boulevard de Turin to Charleroi Airportbus flibco 436
4h 42m
€45–90
Drive 227.4 km
1. Drive from Calais to Charleroicar 227.4 km
2h 16m
€36–52
Train via Lille
1. Take the train from Calais Ville to Lille Flandrestrain Ter
2. Take the train from Lille Flandres to Charleroi-Centraltrain Ic / ...
3h 48m
€36–73

Calais to Charleroi by train

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Distance: 214.8 km
Duration: 3h 47m

What companies run services between Calais, France and Charleroi, Belgium?

You can take a train from Calais Ville to Charleroi-Central via Lille Flandres in around 3h 47m.

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