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

The cheapest way to get from Charleroi to Aachen is to bus which costs €12 - €21 and takes 2h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Charleroi to Aachen is to drive which takes 1h 37m and costs €21 - €35.

Is there a direct bus between Charleroi and Aachen?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Charleroi Gare Centrale and arriving at Aachen station west station. Services depart three times a week, and operate Monday, Tuesday and Friday. The journey takes approximately 2h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Charleroi and Aachen?

No, there is no direct train from Charleroi to Aachen. However, there are services departing from Charleroi-Central and arriving at Aachen Hbf via Liege-Guillemins. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 1h 59m.

How far is it from Charleroi to Aachen?

The distance between Charleroi and Aachen is 144 km. The road distance is 138.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Charleroi to Aachen without a car is to train which takes 1h 59m and costs €24 - €75.

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

It takes approximately 1h 59m to get from Charleroi to Aachen, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Charleroi to Aachen bus from?

Charleroi to Aachen bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Charleroi Gare Centrale station.

Where do I catch the Charleroi to Aachen train from?

Charleroi to Aachen train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), depart from Charleroi-Central station.

Train or bus from Charleroi to Aachen?

The best way to get from Charleroi to Aachen is to train which takes 1h 59m and costs €24 - €75. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €12 - €21 and takes 2h 20m.

Where does the Charleroi to Aachen bus arrive?

Charleroi to Aachen bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Aachen station west.

Where does the Charleroi to Aachen train arrive?

Charleroi to Aachen train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Liège-Guillemins station.

Can I drive from Charleroi to Aachen?

Yes, the driving distance between Charleroi to Aachen is 139 km. It takes approximately 1h 37m to drive from Charleroi to Aachen.

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

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How do I get a bus ticket from Charleroi to Aachen?

Book your Charleroi to Aachen bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

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

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There are 4 ways to get from Charleroi to Aachen by train (Eurostar), bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Charleroi-Central to Liège-Guilleminstrain Ic
2. Take the train from Liege-Guillemins to Aachen Hbftrain Ice / ...
1h 59m
€24–72
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Charleroi Gare Centrale to Aachen station westbus 820
2h 20m
€12–21
Drive 138.9 km
1. Drive from Charleroi to Aachencar 138.9 km
1h 37m
€22–31
Train via Brussels
1. Take the train from Charleroi-Central to Bruxelles-Miditrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi to Aachen Hbftrain Ice
2h 27m
€36–138

Charleroi to Aachen by train

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Distance: 144.3 km
Duration: 1h 59m

What companies run services between Charleroi, Belgium and Aachen, Germany?

You can take a train from Charleroi-Central to Aachen Hbf via Liege-Guillemins in around 1h 59m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Charleroi Gare Centrale to Aachen station west 3 times a week. Tickets cost €12–21 and the journey takes 2h 20m.

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