The cheapest and fastest buses from Brussels to Charleroi
Cheapest price
€18
Average price
€20
Fastest journey
50 m
Average duration
52 m
Buses per day
61
Distance
49 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Brussels to Charleroi is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Brussels to Charleroi will cost around €20 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €18.
Of the 61 buses that leave Brussels for Charleroi on Sat, May 16, 61 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, May 16 the direct buses cover the 49 km distance in an average of 52 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 50 m .
On Sat, May 16 the slowest buses will take 55 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
Flibco8:05 PM0h50Zaventem, Brussels Airport Leopoldlaan (Parking P16)8:55 PMCharleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes)€181One-way0 transfers
Flibco9:55 PM0h55Zaventem, Brussels Airport Leopoldlaan (Parking P16)10:50 PMCharleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes)€181One-way0 transfers
Flibco6:05 PM1h05Zaventem, Brussels Airport Leopoldlaan (Parking P16)7:10 PMCharleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes)€201One-way0 transfers
Flibco4:25 AM0h55Zaventem, Brussels Airport Leopoldlaan (Parking P16)5:20 AMCharleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes)€201One-way0 transfers
Flibco3:10 AM0h50Zaventem, Brussels Airport Leopoldlaan (Parking P16)4:00 AMCharleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes)€201One-way0 transfers
Flibco8:05 PM0h50Zaventem, Brussels Airport Leopoldlaan (Parking P16)8:55 PMCharleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes)€181One-way0 transfers
Flibco3:10 AM0h50Zaventem, Brussels Airport Leopoldlaan (Parking P16)4:00 AMCharleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes)€201One-way0 transfers
Flibco5:40 AM0h50Zaventem, Brussels Airport Leopoldlaan (Parking P16)6:30 AMCharleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes)€201One-way0 transfers
Flibco10:00 AM0h55Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi)10:55 AMCharleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes)€211One-way0 transfers
Flibco8:40 AM0h55Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi)9:35 AMCharleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes)€211One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Brussels to Charleroi
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Brussels to Charleroi among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €7. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 59m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €7, and a bus costs an average of €16.
Distance: 49 km
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€18 Average price | €11 Average price Cheapest |
1h 29m Average total duration Fastest 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 33m Average total duration 1h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Brussels to Charleroi bus times
The table below shows live departures for Brussels to Charleroi buses for today, Friday, May 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Flibco | 11:00 PM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 0h55 | 11:55 PM Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, May 16 | |||||
Flibco | 3:00 AM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 0h55 | 3:55 AM Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Flibco | 3:10 AM Zaventem, Brussels Airport Leopoldlaan (Parking P16) | 0h50 | 4:00 AM Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Flibco | 3:20 AM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 0h55 | 4:15 AM Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Flibco | 3:40 AM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 0h55 | 4:35 AM Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Flibco | 4:00 AM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 0h55 | 4:55 AM Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Flibco | 4:20 AM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 0h55 | 5:15 AM Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Flibco | 4:25 AM Zaventem, Brussels Airport Leopoldlaan (Parking P16) | 0h55 | 5:20 AM Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Flibco | 4:40 AM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 0h55 | 5:35 AM Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Flibco | 5:00 AM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 0h55 | 5:55 AM Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Flibco | 5:20 AM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 0h55 | 6:15 AM Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Flibco | 5:40 AM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 0h55 | 6:35 AM Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Flibco | 5:40 AM Zaventem, Brussels Airport Leopoldlaan (Parking P16) | 0h50 | 6:30 AM Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Flibco | 6:00 AM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 0h55 | 6:55 AM Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Flibco | 6:20 AM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 0h55 | 7:15 AM Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Flibco | 6:40 AM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 0h55 | 7:35 AM Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Flibco | 7:00 AM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 0h55 | 7:55 AM Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Flibco | 7:20 AM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 0h55 | 8:15 AM Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Flibco | 7:40 AM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 0h55 | 8:35 AM Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Flibco | 8:00 AM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 0h55 | 8:55 AM Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Flibco | 8:20 AM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 0h55 | 9:15 AM Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Flibco | 8:20 AM Zaventem, Brussels Airport Leopoldlaan (Parking P16) | 1h05 | 9:25 AM Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Flibco | 8:40 AM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 0h55 | 9:35 AM Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Flibco | 9:00 AM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 0h55 | 9:55 AM Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Flibco | 9:20 AM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 0h55 | 10:15 AM Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Flibco | 9:40 AM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 0h55 | 10:35 AM Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Flibco | 10:00 AM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 0h55 | 10:55 AM Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Flibco | 10:20 AM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 0h55 | 11:15 AM Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Flibco | 10:40 AM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 0h55 | 11:35 AM Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Flibco | 11:00 AM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 0h55 | 11:55 AM Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Flibco | 11:20 AM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 0h55 | 12:15 PM Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Flibco | 11:40 AM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 0h55 | 12:35 PM Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Flibco | 12:00 PM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 0h55 | 12:55 PM Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Flibco | 12:20 PM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 0h55 | 1:15 PM Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Flibco | 12:40 PM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 0h55 | 1:35 PM Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Flibco | 1:00 PM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 0h55 | 1:55 PM Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Flibco | 1:20 PM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 0h55 | 2:15 PM Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Flibco | 1:40 PM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 0h55 | 2:35 PM Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Flibco | 2:00 PM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 0h55 | 2:55 PM Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Flibco | 2:20 PM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 0h55 | 3:15 PM Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Flibco | 2:40 PM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 0h55 | 3:35 PM Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Flibco | 3:00 PM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 0h55 | 3:55 PM Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Flibco | 3:05 PM Zaventem, Brussels Airport Leopoldlaan (Parking P16) | 1h05 | 4:10 PM Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Flibco | 3:20 PM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 0h55 | 4:15 PM Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Flibco | 3:40 PM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 0h55 | 4:35 PM Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Flibco | 4:00 PM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 0h55 | 4:55 PM Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Flibco | 4:05 PM Zaventem, Brussels Airport Leopoldlaan (Parking P16) | 1h15 | 5:20 PM Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Flibco | 4:20 PM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 0h55 | 5:15 PM Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Flibco | 4:40 PM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 0h55 | 5:35 PM Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Flibco | 5:00 PM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 0h55 | 5:55 PM Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Flibco | 5:20 PM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 0h55 | 6:15 PM Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Flibco | 5:40 PM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 0h55 | 6:35 PM Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Flibco | 6:00 PM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 0h55 | 6:55 PM Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Flibco | 6:05 PM Zaventem, Brussels Airport Leopoldlaan (Parking P16) | 1h05 | 7:10 PM Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Flibco | 6:20 PM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 0h55 | 7:15 PM Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Flibco | 6:40 PM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 0h55 | 7:35 PM Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Flibco | 7:00 PM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 0h55 | 7:55 PM Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Flibco | 7:20 PM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 0h55 | 8:15 PM Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Flibco | 7:40 PM Brussels, Brussels South (Gare du Midi) | 0h55 | 8:35 PM Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Flibco | 8:05 PM Zaventem, Brussels Airport Leopoldlaan (Parking P16) | 0h50 | 8:55 PM Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes) | 0 transfersDirect | |
Flibco | 9:55 PM Zaventem, Brussels Airport Leopoldlaan (Parking P16) | 0h55 | 10:50 PM Charleroi, Aéroport de Charleroi Bruxelles Sud (Gare des navettes) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Brussels to Charleroi
Buses from Brussels to Charleroi run on average 67 times per day, taking around 59m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €16 but you can travel from only €7 by train.
There are 67 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:20, the last at 23:40. The fastest bus covers the 49 km distance in 50m.
Distance 49 km |
Average bus duration 59m |
Cheapest ticket price €16 |
Buses per day 67 |
Direct buses 67 |
Fastest bus 50m |
First bus 12:20 AM |
Last bus 11:40 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 42 days |
Bus providers: flibco, Flibco, Infobus, BlaBlaCar, FlixBus from Brussels to CharleroiYou can travel by bus between Brussels to Charleroi with flibco, Flibco, Infobus, BlaBlaCar, FlixBus for as low as €7. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Brussels to Charleroi
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Brussels to Charleroi by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Charleroi, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Infobus
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Transport for wheelchairs and mobility aids.
- Flibco
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Accessible seating.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Infobus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Cancellations within 24 hours may incur a fee.
- Flibco
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. No refunds for cancellations within 24 hours.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- Infobus
- One carry-on bag up to 5kg (40x20x25) and one checked bag up to 20kg (50x30x80).
- Flibco
- One carry-on bag up to 10kg and one checked bag up to 20kg.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Infobus
- 10€ per additional bag.
- Flibco
- 5€ per additional bag.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Infobus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets may require a separate ticket.
- Flibco
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- must be placed on the floor during the journey.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Brussels to Charleroi
- 06:30-22:30
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: A, 68 Train: IC
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Midi (in the station)
- Belgian Bites (in the station)
- Fritland Express (0.5 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 27, 49, 50, 78 Metro: 2, 6 Train: IC, S, Thalys, Eurostar
- 06:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Midi (in the station)
- Le Bistro (0.2 km)
- La Brasserie de Bruxelles (0.5 km).
- Available outside the station on Rue de France.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 27, 49, 50, 78 Metro: 2, 6 Train: IC, S1, S2, S3, S4, S5, S8, S9
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