The cheapest and fastest trains from Zaventem to Charleroi
Cheapest price
€14
Average price
€18
Fastest journey
1 h 23 m
Average duration
1 h 23 m
Trains per day
82
Distance
53 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Zaventem to Charleroi is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Zaventem to Charleroi will cost around €18 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €14.
Of the 82 trains that leave Zaventem for Charleroi on Mon, Aug 24, 8 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Aug 24 the direct trains cover the 53 km distance in an average of 1 h 23 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 23 m .
On Mon, Aug 24 the slowest trains will take 1 h 23 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.
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2108+
45598:10 AM1h55Zaventem station10:05 AMCharleroi-West€141One-way2 transfers
3281+
2110+
456110:10 AM1h55Zaventem station12:05 PMCharleroi-West€141One-way2 transfers
3259+
573210:50 AM1h31Zaventem station12:21 PMCharleroi-Sud€141One-way1 transfer
3282+
2111+
456211:10 AM1h55Zaventem station1:05 PMCharleroi-West€141One-way2 transfers
3260+
573311:50 AM1h31Zaventem station1:21 PMCharleroi-Sud€141One-way1 transfer
2334 · 453211:13 AM1h23Brussels National Airport12:36 PMCharleroi-Sud€221One-way1 transfer
2332 · 45309:13 AM1h23Brussels National Airport10:36 AMCharleroi-Sud€221One-way1 transfer
2333 · 453110:13 AM1h23Brussels National Airport11:36 AMCharleroi-Sud€221One-way1 transfer
2331 · 45298:13 AM1h23Brussels National Airport9:36 AMCharleroi-Sud€221One-way1 transfer
2337 · 45352:13 PM1h23Brussels National Airport3:36 PMCharleroi-Sud€221One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Zaventem to Charleroi
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Zaventem to Charleroi among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €8. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 1h 2m. 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 €8, and a bus costs an average of €18.
Distance: 53 km
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| Train | Most popular Bus |
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€14 Average price Cheapest | €19 Average price |
1h 47m Average total duration 1h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 32m Average total duration Fastest 1h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Zaventem to Charleroi train times
The table below shows live departures for Zaventem to Charleroi trains for today, Sunday, August 23. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
3729 · 3129 | 8:30 AM Brussels National Airport | 1h27 | 9:57 AM Charleroi-Sud | 1 transfer | |
3779+ 3129 | 8:36 AM Zaventem station | 1h21 | 9:57 AM Charleroi-Sud | 1 transfer | |
3779+ 3129+ 4581 | 8:36 AM Zaventem station | 2h18 | 10:54 AM Charleroi-West | 2 transfers | |
1930 · 3430 · 3330 | 8:48 AM Zaventem station | 1h46 | 10:34 AM Charleroi-Sud | 2 transfers | |
1930 · 3430 · 3330+ 4581 | 8:48 AM Zaventem station | 2h06 | 10:54 AM Charleroi-West | 3 transfers | |
2230 · 3330 | 8:57 AM Brussels National Airport | 1h37 | 10:34 AM Charleroi-Sud | 1 transfer | |
3730 · 3130 | 9:30 AM Brussels National Airport | 1h27 | 10:57 AM Charleroi-Sud | 1 transfer | |
3780+ 3130 | 9:36 AM Zaventem station | 1h21 | 10:57 AM Charleroi-Sud | 1 transfer | |
3780+ 3130+ 4582 | 9:36 AM Zaventem station | 2h18 | 11:54 AM Charleroi-West | 2 transfers | |
1931 · 3431 · 3331 | 9:48 AM Zaventem station | 1h46 | 11:34 AM Charleroi-Sud | 2 transfers | |
1931 · 3431 · 3331+ 4582 | 9:48 AM Zaventem station | 2h06 | 11:54 AM Charleroi-West | 3 transfers | |
2231 · 3331 | 9:57 AM Brussels National Airport | 1h37 | 11:34 AM Charleroi-Sud | 1 transfer | |
3731 · 3131 | 10:30 AM Brussels National Airport | 1h27 | 11:57 AM Charleroi-Sud | 1 transfer | |
3781+ 3131+ 4583 | 10:36 AM Zaventem station | 2h18 | 12:54 PM Charleroi-West | 2 transfers | |
3781+ 3131 | 10:36 AM Zaventem station | 1h21 | 11:57 AM Charleroi-Sud | 1 transfer | |
1932 · 3432 · 3332 | 10:48 AM Zaventem station | 1h46 | 12:34 PM Charleroi-Sud | 2 transfers | |
1932 · 3432 · 3332+ 4583 | 10:48 AM Zaventem station | 2h06 | 12:54 PM Charleroi-West | 3 transfers | |
2232 · 3332 | 10:57 AM Brussels National Airport | 1h37 | 12:34 PM Charleroi-Sud | 1 transfer | |
3732 · 3132 | 11:30 AM Brussels National Airport | 1h27 | 12:57 PM Charleroi-Sud | 1 transfer | |
3782+ 3132+ 4584 | 11:36 AM Zaventem station | 2h18 | 1:54 PM Charleroi-West | 2 transfers | |
3782+ 3132 | 11:36 AM Zaventem station | 1h21 | 12:57 PM Charleroi-Sud | 1 transfer | |
1933 · 3433 · 3333 | 11:48 AM Zaventem station | 1h46 | 1:34 PM Charleroi-Sud | 2 transfers | |
1933 · 3433 · 3333+ 4584 | 11:48 AM Zaventem station | 2h06 | 1:54 PM Charleroi-West | 3 transfers | |
2233 · 3333 | 11:57 AM Brussels National Airport | 1h37 | 1:34 PM Charleroi-Sud | 1 transfer | |
3733 · 3133 | 12:30 PM Brussels National Airport | 1h27 | 1:57 PM Charleroi-Sud | 1 transfer | |
3783+ 3334+ 4585 | 12:36 PM Zaventem station | 2h18 | 2:54 PM Charleroi-West | 2 transfers | |
3783+ 3334 | 12:36 PM Zaventem station | 1h58 | 2:34 PM Charleroi-Sud | 1 transfer | |
1934 · 3434 · 3334+ 4585 | 12:48 PM Zaventem station | 2h06 | 2:54 PM Charleroi-West | 3 transfers | |
1934 · 3434 · 3334 | 12:48 PM Zaventem station | 1h46 | 2:34 PM Charleroi-Sud | 2 transfers | |
2234 · 3334 | 12:57 PM Brussels National Airport | 1h37 | 2:34 PM Charleroi-Sud | 1 transfer | |
3734 · 3134 | 1:30 PM Brussels National Airport | 1h27 | 2:57 PM Charleroi-Sud | 1 transfer | |
3784+ 3134+ 4586 | 1:36 PM Zaventem station | 2h18 | 3:54 PM Charleroi-West | 2 transfers | |
3784+ 3134 | 1:36 PM Zaventem station | 1h21 | 2:57 PM Charleroi-Sud | 1 transfer | |
1935 · 3435 · 3335+ 4586 | 1:48 PM Zaventem station | 2h06 | 3:54 PM Charleroi-West | 3 transfers | |
1935 · 3435 · 3335 | 1:48 PM Zaventem station | 1h46 | 3:34 PM Charleroi-Sud | 2 transfers | |
2235 · 3335 | 1:57 PM Brussels National Airport | 1h37 | 3:34 PM Charleroi-Sud | 1 transfer | |
3735 · 3135 | 2:30 PM Brussels National Airport | 1h27 | 3:57 PM Charleroi-Sud | 1 transfer | |
3785+ 3135+ 4587 | 2:36 PM Zaventem station | 2h18 | 4:54 PM Charleroi-West | 2 transfers | |
3785+ 3135 | 2:36 PM Zaventem station | 1h21 | 3:57 PM Charleroi-Sud | 1 transfer | |
1936 · 3436 · 3336+ 4587 | 2:48 PM Zaventem station | 2h06 | 4:54 PM Charleroi-West | 3 transfers | |
1936 · 3436 · 3336 | 2:48 PM Zaventem station | 1h46 | 4:34 PM Charleroi-Sud | 2 transfers | |
2236 · 3336 | 2:57 PM Brussels National Airport | 1h37 | 4:34 PM Charleroi-Sud | 1 transfer | |
3736 · 3136 | 3:30 PM Brussels National Airport | 1h27 | 4:57 PM Charleroi-Sud | 1 transfer | |
3786+ 3136+ 4588 | 3:36 PM Zaventem station | 2h18 | 5:54 PM Charleroi-West | 2 transfers | |
3786+ 3136 | 3:36 PM Zaventem station | 1h21 | 4:57 PM Charleroi-Sud | 1 transfer | |
1937 · 3437 · 3337+ 4588 | 3:48 PM Zaventem station | 2h06 | 5:54 PM Charleroi-West | 3 transfers | |
1937 · 3437 · 3337 | 3:48 PM Zaventem station | 1h46 | 5:34 PM Charleroi-Sud | 2 transfers | |
2237 · 3337 | 3:57 PM Brussels National Airport | 1h37 | 5:34 PM Charleroi-Sud | 1 transfer | |
3737 · 3137 | 4:30 PM Brussels National Airport | 1h27 | 5:57 PM Charleroi-Sud | 1 transfer | |
3787+ 3137 | 4:36 PM Zaventem station | 1h21 | 5:57 PM Charleroi-Sud | 1 transfer | |
3787+ 3137+ 4589 | 4:36 PM Zaventem station | 2h18 | 6:54 PM Charleroi-West | 2 transfers | |
1938 · 3438 · 3338 | 4:48 PM Zaventem station | 1h46 | 6:34 PM Charleroi-Sud | 2 transfers | |
1938 · 3438 · 3338+ 4589 | 4:48 PM Zaventem station | 2h06 | 6:54 PM Charleroi-West | 3 transfers | |
2238 · 3338 | 4:57 PM Brussels National Airport | 1h37 | 6:34 PM Charleroi-Sud | 1 transfer | |
3738 · 3138 | 5:30 PM Brussels National Airport | 1h27 | 6:57 PM Charleroi-Sud | 1 transfer | |
3788+ 3339+ 4590 | 5:36 PM Zaventem station | 2h18 | 7:54 PM Charleroi-West | 2 transfers | |
3788+ 3339 | 5:36 PM Zaventem station | 1h58 | 7:34 PM Charleroi-Sud | 1 transfer | |
1939 · 3439 · 3339 | 5:48 PM Zaventem station | 1h46 | 7:34 PM Charleroi-Sud | 2 transfers | |
1939 · 3439 · 3339+ 4590 | 5:48 PM Zaventem station | 2h06 | 7:54 PM Charleroi-West | 3 transfers | |
2239 · 3339 | 5:57 PM Brussels National Airport | 1h37 | 7:34 PM Charleroi-Sud | 1 transfer | |
3739 · 3139 | 6:30 PM Brussels National Airport | 1h27 | 7:57 PM Charleroi-Sud | 1 transfer | |
3789+ 3139 | 6:36 PM Zaventem station | 1h21 | 7:57 PM Charleroi-Sud | 1 transfer | |
3789+ 3139+ 4591 | 6:36 PM Zaventem station | 2h18 | 8:54 PM Charleroi-West | 2 transfers | |
1940 · 3440 · 3340 | 6:48 PM Zaventem station | 1h46 | 8:34 PM Charleroi-Sud | 2 transfers | |
1940 · 3440 · 3340+ 4591 | 6:48 PM Zaventem station | 2h06 | 8:54 PM Charleroi-West | 3 transfers | |
2240 · 3340 | 6:57 PM Brussels National Airport | 1h37 | 8:34 PM Charleroi-Sud | 1 transfer | |
3740 · 3140 | 7:30 PM Brussels National Airport | 1h27 | 8:57 PM Charleroi-Sud | 1 transfer | |
3790+ 3140 | 7:36 PM Zaventem station | 1h21 | 8:57 PM Charleroi-Sud | 1 transfer | |
3790+ 3140+ 4592 | 7:36 PM Zaventem station | 2h18 | 9:54 PM Charleroi-West | 2 transfers | |
1941 · 3441 · 3341 | 7:48 PM Zaventem station | 1h46 | 9:34 PM Charleroi-Sud | 2 transfers | |
1941 · 3441 · 3341+ 4592 | 7:48 PM Zaventem station | 2h06 | 9:54 PM Charleroi-West | 3 transfers | |
2241 · 3341 | 7:57 PM Brussels National Airport | 1h37 | 9:34 PM Charleroi-Sud | 1 transfer | |
3741 · 3141 | 8:30 PM Brussels National Airport | 1h27 | 9:57 PM Charleroi-Sud | 1 transfer | |
3791+ 3141 | 8:36 PM Zaventem station | 1h21 | 9:57 PM Charleroi-Sud | 1 transfer | |
1942 · 3442 · 3342 | 8:48 PM Zaventem station | 1h46 | 10:34 PM Charleroi-Sud | 2 transfers | |
2242 · 3342 | 8:57 PM Brussels National Airport | 1h37 | 10:34 PM Charleroi-Sud | 1 transfer | |
3742 · 3142 | 9:30 PM Brussels National Airport | 1h27 | 10:57 PM Charleroi-Sud | 1 transfer | |
3792+ 3142 | 9:36 PM Zaventem station | 1h21 | 10:57 PM Charleroi-Sud | 1 transfer | |
3792+ 3143+ 7751 | 9:36 PM Zaventem station | 7h39 | 5:15 AM Charleroi-West | 2 transfers | |
1943 · 3443 · 3143+ 7751 | 9:48 PM Zaventem station | 7h27 | 5:15 AM Charleroi-West | 3 transfers | |
1943 · 3443 · 3143 | 9:48 PM Zaventem station | 2h09 | 11:57 PM Charleroi-Sud | 2 transfers | |
3743 · 3143 | 10:30 PM Brussels National Airport | 1h27 | 11:57 PM Charleroi-Sud | 1 transfer | |
3793+ 2123+ 4555 | 10:36 PM Zaventem station | 7h29 | 6:05 AM Charleroi-West | 2 transfers | |
1944 · 3444 · 3804 | 10:48 PM Zaventem station | 6h22 | 5:10 AM Charleroi-Sud | 2 transfers | |
1944 · 3444 · 3804+ 4576 | 10:48 PM Zaventem station | 7h06 | 5:54 AM Charleroi-West | 3 transfers | |
2244 · 3444 · 3804 | 10:57 PM Brussels National Airport | 6h13 | 5:10 AM Charleroi-Sud | 2 transfers | |
2346 · 2123 · 5725 | 11:13 PM Brussels National Airport | 6h09 | 5:22 AM Charleroi-Sud | 2 transfers | |
3772+ 5726 | 11:26 PM Zaventem station | 6h55 | 6:21 AM Charleroi-Sud | 1 transfer | |
1945+ 13237+ 522 · 5726 | 11:48 PM Zaventem station | 6h33 | 6:21 AM Charleroi-Sud | 3 transfers | |
| Monday, August 24 | |||||
2623 · 5726 | 12:47 AM Brussels National Airport | 5h34 | 6:21 AM Charleroi-Sud | 1 transfer | |
3679+ 4529 | 8:05 AM Zaventem station | 1h31 | 9:36 AM Charleroi-Sud | 1 transfer | |
3679+ 4529+ 4580 | 8:05 AM Zaventem station | 1h49 | 9:54 AM Charleroi-West | 2 transfers | |
3279+ 2108+ 4559 | 8:10 AM Zaventem station | 1h55 | 10:05 AM Charleroi-West | 2 transfers | |
2331 · 4529 | 8:13 AM Brussels National Airport | 1h23 | 9:36 AM Charleroi-Sud | 1 transfer | |
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Overview: Train from Zaventem to Charleroi
Trains from Zaventem to Charleroi run on average 32 times per day, taking around 1h 17m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €8 if you book in advance.
There are 3 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:47, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 53 km distance in 1h 21m.
Distance 53 km |
Average train duration 1h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price €8 |
Trains per day 32 |
Direct trains 3 |
Fastest train 1h 21m |
First train 12:47 AM |
Last train 11:57 PM |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: Intercity, Regional, SNCB from Zaventem to Charleroi trainsIntercity, Regional, SNCB trains will get you between Zaventem and Charleroi from €8. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Zaventem to Charleroi
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Zaventem to Charleroi by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Charleroi, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Zaventem to Charleroi
Most Zaventem to Charleroi trains use the Brussels Airport-Zaventem to Charleroi-Sud station pair, with some services arriving at Lodelinsart. Use this guide to compare Zaventem and Charleroi train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Zaventem station do trains to Charleroi leave from?
Getting to Zaventem from Zaventem city centre
Zaventem train station facilities and services
Zaventem has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Belair, Black Pearls
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Zaventem. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Zaventem. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Zaventem: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Zaventem: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Zaventem: Ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Sheraton Brussels Airport Hotel, Crowne Plaza Brussels Airport, NH Brussels Airport.
Getting to Nossegem from Zaventem city centre
Nossegem is 2 km from Zaventem city centre. Public transport options include:
Nossegem train station facilities and services
Nossegem has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Hotel, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Nossegem.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Nossegem: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Nossegem: Bike Parking.
Which Charleroi station do trains from Zaventem arrive at?
Getting to Charleroi-Sud from Charleroi city centre
Charleroi-Sud train station facilities and services
Charleroi-Sud has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: La Manufacture Urbaine, Le Pain Quotidien
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Charleroi-Sud. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Charleroi-Sud. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Charleroi-Sud: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Charleroi-Sud: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Charleroi-Sud: Ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Ibis Charleroi Centre Gare, Leonardo Hotel Charleroi City Center, Novotel Charleroi Centre.
Getting to Lodelinsart from Charleroi city centre
Lodelinsart is 2 km from Charleroi city centre. Public transport options include:
Lodelinsart train station facilities and services
Lodelinsart has practical services for this route, including Dining, Accessibility, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Lodelinsart.
Bike and car services
Available at Lodelinsart: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Lodelinsart.
Getting to Charleroi-Ouest from Charleroi city centre
Charleroi-Ouest train station facilities and services
Charleroi-Ouest has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Le Pain Quotidien, La Table de la Manufacture Urbaine
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Charleroi-Ouest. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Charleroi-Ouest. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Charleroi-Ouest: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Charleroi-Ouest: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Charleroi-Ouest: Ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Leonardo Hotel Charleroi City Center, Ibis Charleroi Centre Gare.
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