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

The cheapest way to get from Genk to Charleroi is to drive which costs €16 - €25 and takes 1h 39m.

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

The fastest way to get from Genk to Charleroi is to drive which takes 1h 39m and costs €16 - €25.

Is there a direct bus between Genk and Charleroi?

No, there is no direct bus from Genk to Charleroi. However, there are services departing from Genk Shopping Center perron 4 and arriving at CHARLEROI Gare Centrale - Quai 05 via Maastricht Meerssenerweg 231 and CHARLEROI Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 59m.

Is there a direct train between Genk and Charleroi?

No, there is no direct train from Genk to Charleroi. However, there are services departing from Genk and arriving at Charleroi-Central via Louvain. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 37m.

How far is it from Genk to Charleroi?

The distance between Genk and Charleroi is 131 km. The road distance is 108.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Genk to Charleroi without a car is to train which takes 2h 37m and costs €22 - €45.

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

It takes approximately 2h 37m to get from Genk to Charleroi, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Genk to Charleroi bus from?

Genk to Charleroi bus services, operated by De Lijn, depart from Genk Shopping Center perron 4 station.

Where do I catch the Genk to Charleroi train from?

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

Train or bus from Genk to Charleroi?

The best way to get from Genk to Charleroi is to train which takes 2h 37m and costs €22 - €45. Alternatively, you can line 45 bus and bus, which costs €30 - €60 and takes 3h 59m.

Where does the Genk to Charleroi bus arrive?

Genk to Charleroi bus services, operated by De Lijn, arrive at Maastricht Station perron D.

Where does the Genk to Charleroi train arrive?

Genk to Charleroi train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Louvain station.

Can I drive from Genk to Charleroi?

Yes, the driving distance between Genk to Charleroi is 108 km. It takes approximately 1h 39m to drive from Genk to Charleroi.

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

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Genk to Charleroi - 3 ways to travel via train, line 45 bus, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Genk to Charleroi by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Genk to Louvaintrain L / ...
2. Take the train from Louvain to Charleroi-Centraltrain Ic
2h 37m
€22–44
Drive 108.2 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Genk to Charleroicar 108.2 km
1h 39m
€17–25
Line 45 bus, bus
1. Take the bus from Genk Shopping Center perron 4 to Maastricht Station perron Dbus 45
2. Take the bus from Maastricht Meerssenerweg 231 to Charleroi Airportbus flibco 6582
3h 59m
€30–56

Genk to Charleroi by train

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Distance: 131 km
Duration: 2h 37m

What companies run services between Genk, Belgium and Charleroi, Belgium?

You can take a train from Genk to Charleroi-Central via Louvain in around 2h 37m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Genk Shopping Center perron 4 to CHARLEROI Gare Centrale - Quai 05 via Maastricht Station perron D, Maastricht Meerssenerweg 231, Charleroi Airport, and CHARLEROI Airport in around 3h 59m.

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