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Six ways to Travel from Essen to Charleroi

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Cheapest
By car (260 km)
2 h 25 min
260 km.
from $14
Other
Rideshare
2 h 25 min
260 km.
from $9.89
Train
4 h 39 min
213 km.
from $117.72
Bus
5 h 40 min
214 km.
from $56.59
Train via Cologne
4 h 47 min
214 km.
from $100.26
Bus, Train
6 h 54 min
213 km.
from $40.17

Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Essen central train station to Maastricht
Ave. Duration:
2h 20m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$16.54–$24.17

BlaBlaCar Bus

Phone:
+33 18 57 62 228
Website:
blablacar.co.uk/
Bus from Essen - Bus Station to Brussels
Ave. Duration:
5h 45m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$29.26–$41.98

Flibco

Phone:
+352 26 58 57 1
Email:
Website:
flibco.com/en
Bus from Maastricht Meerssenerweg 231 to Charleroi
Ave. Duration:
1h 50m
Frequency:
Every 3 hours
Estimated price:
$17.81–$25.45

Train operators

Eurostar

Phone:
+44 343 218 6186
Website:
eurostar.com/rw-en
Train from Essen Hbf to Aachen
Ave. Duration:
1h 59m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$54.71–$114.50
Train from Aachen Hbf to Liege-Guillemins
Ave. Duration:
23 min
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$31.81–$69.97
Train from Essen Hbf to Köln
Ave. Duration:
1h 1m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$39.44–$89.06
Train from Köln Hbf to Liège-Guillemins
Ave. Duration:
1h 2m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$47.07–$101.78

Deutsche Bahn Intercity-Express

Phone:
+49 30 311-682904
Website:
bahn.de/
Train from Essen Hbf to Aachen
Ave. Duration:
1h 44m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$44.53–$50.89
Train from Aachen Hbf to Liege-Guillemins
Ave. Duration:
23 min
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$29.26–$33.08
Train from Essen Hbf to Köln
Ave. Duration:
56 min
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$34.35–$39.44
Train from Köln Hbf to Liège-Guillemins
Ave. Duration:
1h 1m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$39.44–$44.53

Deutsche Bahn Regional

Phone:
+49 30 2970
Website:
bahn.de/
Train from Aachen Hbf to Liege-Guillemins
Ave. Duration:
1h 1m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$12.72–$20.36

Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB)

Phone:
+32 70 79 79 79
Website:
belgiantrain.be/en
Train from Liège-Guillemins to Charleroi-Central
Ave. Duration:
1h 19m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$12.09–$17.81
Train from Bruxelles-Midi to Charleroi-Central
Ave. Duration:
50 min
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$8.27–$12.72

National Express

Phone:
08717 81 81 81
Website:
nationalexpress.com/en
Train from Essen Hbf to Aachen
Ave. Duration:
1h 58m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$31.81–$45.80
Train from Essen Hbf to Köln
Ave. Duration:
1h 3m
Frequency:
Every 30 minutes
Estimated price:
$19.08–$27.99

Österreichische Bundesbahnen

Website:
konzern.oebb.at/
Train from Aachen Hbf to Liege-Guillemins
Ave. Duration:
39 min
Frequency:
3 times a week
Train from Köln Hbf to Liège-Guillemins
Ave. Duration:
1h 46m
Frequency:
3 times a week

TRI Train Rental GmbH

Phone:
+49 9126 301 90 70
Email:
Website:
train-rental.com/
Train from Essen Hbf to Köln
Ave. Duration:
1h 2m
Frequency:
6 times a week

Flixtrain

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 100
Email:
Website:
flixtrain.de/
Train from Essen Hbf to Aachen
Ave. Duration:
1h 33m
Frequency:
4 times a week
Estimated price:
$13.99–$20.36
Train from Essen Hbf to Köln
Ave. Duration:
53 min
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$7.63–$11.45

Arriva NL

Phone:
0800-0232 545
Website:
arriva.nl
Train from Aachen Hbf to Liege-Guillemins
Ave. Duration:
1h 33m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$10.81–$15.27

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Essen to Charleroi is to bus which costs $33.70 - $46.74 and takes 5h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Essen to Charleroi is to drive which takes 2h 25m and costs $44.57 - $70.65 .

Is there a direct bus between Essen and Charleroi?

No, there is no direct bus from Essen station to Charleroi. However, there are services departing from Essen central train station and arriving at CHARLEROI Gare Centrale - Quai 05 via Maastricht Meerssenerweg 231 and CHARLEROI Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Essen and Charleroi?

No, there is no direct train from Essen to Charleroi. However, there are services departing from Essen Hbf and arriving at Charleroi-Central via Aachen Hbf and Liège-Guillemins. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 39m.

How far is it from Essen to Charleroi?

The distance between Essen and Charleroi is 296 km. The road distance is 259.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Essen to Charleroi without a car is to train which takes 4h 39m and costs $31.52 - $173.91 .

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

It takes approximately 4h 39m to get from Essen to Charleroi, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Essen to Charleroi bus from?

Essen to Charleroi bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Essen central train station.

Where do I catch the Essen to Charleroi train from?

Essen to Charleroi train services, operated by National Express, depart from Essen Hbf station.

Train or bus from Essen to Charleroi?

The best way to get from Essen to Charleroi is to train which takes 4h 39m and costs $31.52 - $173.91 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $33.70 - $46.74 and takes 5h 40m.

Where does the Essen to Charleroi bus arrive?

Essen to Charleroi bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Maastricht station.

Where does the Essen to Charleroi train arrive?

Essen to Charleroi train services, operated by National Express, arrive at Aachen Hbf station.

Can I drive from Essen to Charleroi?

Yes, the driving distance between Essen to Charleroi is 260 km. It takes approximately 2h 25m to drive from Essen to Charleroi.

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

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Where can I stay near Charleroi?

There are 362+ hotels available in Charleroi. Prices start at $32.87 per night.
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