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

The cheapest way to get from Charleroi to France is to rideshare which costs €20 and takes 3h 31m.

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

The fastest way to get from Charleroi to France is to train via Brussels which takes 2h 36m and costs €55 - €180.

Is there a direct bus between Charleroi and France?

No, there is no direct bus from Charleroi to France. However, there are services departing from Charleroi Gare Centrale and arriving at Hôtel de Ville via Gare de Lyon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 34m.

Is there a direct train between Charleroi and France?

No, there is no direct train from Charleroi to France. However, there are services departing from Charleroi-Central and arriving at Cité via Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi and Gare du Nord. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 36m.

How far is it from Charleroi to France?

The distance between Charleroi and France is 366 km. The road distance is 289.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Charleroi to France without a car is to train via Brussels which takes 2h 36m and costs €55 - €180.

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

It takes approximately 2h 36m to get from Charleroi to France, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Charleroi to France bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Charleroi to France train from?

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

Train or bus from Charleroi to France?

The best way to get from Charleroi to France is to train via Brussels which takes 2h 36m and costs €55 - €180. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €21 - €35 and takes 5h 34m.

Where does the Charleroi to France bus arrive?

Charleroi to France bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) station.

Where does the Charleroi to France train arrive?

Charleroi to France train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Bruxelles-Midi station.

Can I drive from Charleroi to France?

Yes, the driving distance between Charleroi to France is 289 km. It takes approximately 2h 53m to drive from Charleroi to France.

Where can I stay near France?

There are 22479+ hotels available in France.

Can I share a ride from Charleroi to France?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Charleroi and France. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Charleroi to France - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Charleroi to France by train (Eurostar), bus, rideshare, train, or car

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Train via Brussels
best
1. Take the train from Charleroi-Central to Bruxelles-Miditrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi to Paris Nordtrain Thalys
2h 36m
€58–172
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Charleroi to Parisrideshare 288.8 km
3h 31m
€20
Bus
1. Take the bus from Charleroi Gare Centrale to Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine)bus 820
5h 34m
€21–35
Train
1. Take the train from Charleroi-Central to Monstrain Ic / ...
2. Take the train from Mons to Paris-Esttrain Trn
4h 14m
€55–102
Train #2
1. Take the train from Charleroi-Central to Maubeugetrain S63 / ...
2. Take the train from Aulnoye Aymeries to Paris Nordtrain Ter / ...
4h 15m
€42–92
Drive 289.2 km
1. Drive from Charleroi to Pariscar 289.2 km
2h 53m
€46–66

Charleroi to France by train and subway

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2h 36mAverage Duration

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Distance: 365.9 km
Duration: 2h 36m

What companies run services between Charleroi, Belgium and France?

You can take a train from Charleroi-Central to Cité via Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi, Paris Nord, and Gare du Nord in around 2h 36m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Charleroi Gare Centrale to Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) twice daily. Tickets cost €21–35 and the journey takes 5h.

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