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

The cheapest way to get from France to Charleroi is to bus which costs €24 - €45 and takes 6h 17m.

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

The fastest way to get from France to Charleroi is to drive which takes 2h 49m and costs €45 - €65.

Is there a direct bus between France and Charleroi?

No, there is no direct bus from France to Charleroi. However, there are services departing from Hôtel de Ville and arriving at Charleroi Gare Centrale via Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine). The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 17m.

Is there a direct train between France and Charleroi?

No, there is no direct train from France to Charleroi. However, there are services departing from Cité and arriving at Charleroi-Central via Paris Nord and Bruxelles-Midi. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 55m.

How far is it from France to Charleroi?

The distance between France and Charleroi is 366 km. The road distance is 288.7 km.

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

The best way to get from France to Charleroi without a car is to train via Brussels which takes 2h 55m and costs €55 - €190.

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

It takes approximately 2h 55m to get from France to Charleroi, including transfers.

Where do I catch the France to Charleroi bus from?

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

Where do I catch the France to Charleroi train from?

France to Charleroi train services, operated by Eurostar, depart from Paris Nord station.

Train or bus from France to Charleroi?

The best way to get from France to Charleroi is to train via Brussels which takes 2h 55m and costs €55 - €190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €24 - €45 and takes 6h 17m.

Where does the France to Charleroi bus arrive?

France to Charleroi bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Charleroi Gare Centrale station.

Where does the France to Charleroi train arrive?

France to Charleroi train services, operated by Eurostar, arrive at Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi station.

Can I drive from France to Charleroi?

Yes, the driving distance between France to Charleroi is 289 km. It takes approximately 2h 49m to drive from France to Charleroi.

Where can I stay near Charleroi?

There are 481+ hotels available in Charleroi.

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There are 5 ways to get from France to Charleroi by train (Eurostar), bus, car, or train

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Train via Brussels
best
1. Take the train from Paris Nord to Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Miditrain Thalys
2. Take the train from Bruxelles-Midi to Charleroi-Centraltrain Ic / ...
2h 55m
€57–181
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) to Charleroi Gare Centralebus 820
6h 17m
€24–43
Drive 288.7 km
1. Drive from Paris to Charleroicar 288.7 km
2h 49m
€46–66
Train
1. Take the train from Paris Nord to Monstrain 63 / ...
2. Take the train from Mons to Charleroi-Centraltrain Ic / ...
4h 22m
€44–96
Train #2
1. Take the train from Paris Nord to Erquelinnestrain Otc
2. Take the train from Erquelinnes to Charleroi-Centraltrain S63 / ...
4h 36m
€47–93

France to Charleroi by subway and train

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Distance: 366.3 km
Duration: 2h 55m

What companies run services between France and Charleroi, Belgium?

You can take a subway from Cité to Charleroi-Central via Gare du Nord, Paris Nord, and Bruxelles-Midi in around 2h 55m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Paris, Quai de Bercy (Bercy Seine) to Charleroi Gare Centrale twice daily. Tickets cost €22–40 and the journey takes 4h 50m.

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