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

The cheapest way to get from Charleroi to Béthune is to drive which costs €24 - €35 and takes 1h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Charleroi to Béthune is to drive which takes 1h 50m and costs €24 - €35.

Is there a direct bus between Charleroi and Béthune?

No, there is no direct bus from Charleroi to Béthune. However, there are services departing from CHARLEROI Gare Centrale - Quai 18 and arriving at Lille Boulevard de Turin via Charleroi Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 2m.

Is there a direct train between Charleroi and Béthune?

No, there is no direct train from Charleroi to Béthune. However, there are services departing from Charleroi-Central and arriving at Bethune via Lille Flandres. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 31m.

How far is it from Charleroi to Béthune?

The distance between Charleroi and Béthune is 153 km. The road distance is 156.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Charleroi to Béthune without a car is to train which takes 2h 31m and costs €24 - €55.

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

It takes approximately 2h 31m to get from Charleroi to Béthune, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Charleroi to Béthune bus from?

Charleroi to Béthune bus services, operated by Flibco, depart from Charleroi Airport station.

Where do I catch the Charleroi to Béthune train from?

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

Train or bus from Charleroi to Béthune?

The best way to get from Charleroi to Béthune is to train which takes 2h 31m and costs €24 - €55. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €35 - €70 and takes 4h 2m.

Where does the Charleroi to Béthune bus arrive?

Charleroi to Béthune bus services, operated by Flibco, arrive at Lille Boulevard de Turin station.

Where does the Charleroi to Béthune train arrive?

Charleroi to Béthune train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Lille Flandres station.

Can I drive from Charleroi to Béthune?

Yes, the driving distance between Charleroi to Béthune is 157 km. It takes approximately 1h 50m to drive from Charleroi to Béthune.

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

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

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

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1. Take the train from Charleroi-Central to Lille Flandrestrain Ic
2. Take the train from Lille Flandres to Bethunetrain Ter
2h 31m
€25–52
Bus
1. Take the bus from Charleroi Airport to Lille Boulevard de Turinbus flibco 437
4h 2m
€35–66
Drive 156.9 km
1. Drive from Charleroi to Béthunecar 156.9 km
1h 50m
€25–36
Train via Lille
1. Take the train from Charleroi-Central to Lille Flandrestrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Lille Flandres to Bethunetrain Ter
2h 37m
€25–52

Charleroi to Béthune by train

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Distance: 153 km
Duration: 2h 31m

What companies run services between Charleroi, Belgium and Béthune, Hauts-de-France, France?

You can take a train from Charleroi-Central to Bethune via Lille Flandres in around 2h 31m. Alternatively, Flibco operates a bus from Charleroi Airport to Lille Boulevard de Turin every 2 hours. Tickets cost €18–50 and the journey takes 1h 45m.

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