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How to get from Cologne to Charleroi?

Are you planning to travel to Charleroi from Cologne and looking for the best transport options for your trip? We know that it is often difficult to choose the best way to travel from Cologne to Charleroi, whether it is for price, time or convenience reasons. Vivanoda will help you find all the transport solutions for travelling between Cologne and Charleroi, whether by plane, train, coach or carpool.

With detailed information on each mode of transport and on the transport companies (SNCB-NMBS, Thalys, Deutsche Bahn, Brussels City Shuttle or ALSA), you can easily compare fares, timetables and travel times, in order to choose the option that best suits your needs.

Whether you are a budget traveller or looking for a quick and convenient way to travel between Cologne and Charleroi, we have all the information you need to plan an unforgettable Cologne Charleroi trip.

For your trip from Cologne to Charleroi, you have several transport options

Cologne to Charleroi bus

Buses are often the most economical choice for travel from Cologne to Charleroi, offering direct travel options or with intermediate stops.

Cologne to Charleroi train

If you like to travel in a more environmentally friendly and economical way, the Cologne Charleroi train is ideal and meets your expectations.

Carpooling Cologne Charleroi

Carpooling between Cologne and Charleroi is perfect if you want to travel to Charleroi in good company and reduce transport costs. But there can be limited flexibility in terms of timetables and pick-up points in either Cologne or Charleroi.

Whichever option you choose, our price comparison tool will help you find the most suitable Cologne to Charleroi transport option for your needs and budget.

Travel information for Cologne Charleroi

City of departure
Cologne
Germany
North Rhine-Westphalia
Destination city
Charleroi
Belgium
Distance
116 mi
Direct connection
No direct connection by any means of transport
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Plan your trip from Cologne to Charleroi easily with Vivanoda

Plan your trip from Cologne to Charleroi easily with Vivanoda

With Vivanoda you can easily compare all available modes of transport, such as flights, trains, buses and carpools, according to your preferences and budget. You can also filter the results by price, travel time, schedule and comfort options. Thanks to its ease of use and clarity, Vivanoda allows you to find the tickets between Cologne and Charleroi that best suit your needs in a few clicks. Vivanoda also displays all the special offers and promotions of different airlines such as SNCB-NMBS, Thalys, Deutsche Bahn, Brussels City Shuttle or ALSA to help you save on your tickets. So don't hesitate and use Vivanoda now to prepare your trip between Cologne and Charleroi with peace of mind!

Comparison of the modes of transport between Cologne and Charleroi

Advantages and disadvantages of travelling by train from Cologne to Charleroi?
Accessibility Train stations in Cologne or Charleroi are located in the city centre, making it easy to use other means of transport to reach the city centre.
Cost Cologne Charleroi train tickets can be more expensive than coach or carpool tickets, especially on high-speed trains.
Advantages and disadvantages of travelling by coach from Cologne to Charleroi?
Flexibility Bus companies offer a variety of timetable options for travel between Cologne and Charleroi, which can be convenient if you have specific time constraints.
Comfort Cologne-Charleroi buses can be less comfortable than trains, due to reduced legroom and the quality of the suspension.
Advantages and disadvantages of carpooling from Cologne to Charleroi?
Environmentally friendly By sharing a car with someone else you reduce the environmental impact of a trip from Cologne to Charleroi.
Comfort You have to share the space in the car with other passengers during the whole journey from Cologne to Charleroi.

Where to start from in Cologne? Where do I arrive in Charleroi?

Cologne departure bus stations

Koln
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Cologne South Airport
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Cologne Departure Stations

Köln Hbf
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Charleroi arrival coach stations

Charleroi Airport
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Charleroi Arrival Stations

Charleroi South
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Roux
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Marchienne Au Pont
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coach Cologne Charleroi

The frequency of departures to Cologne from Charleroi varies depending on the carrier, the time period and the day of the week. To get a complete overview of all coach departures to Charleroi, please specify your departure date and search on Vivanoda.

The duration of the bus journey between Cologne and Charleroi usually varies depending on traffic conditions and any stops along the way. Vivanoda will allow you to see in real time all the buses travelling to Charleroi for your travel date.

Buses between Cologne and Charleroi usually offer on-board toilets for passengers, but it is always advisable to check with the carrier before travelling. In any case, breaks at motorway service stations are provided.

Bus companies Cologne Charleroi

Brussels City Shuttle
Brussels City Shuttle
ALSA
ALSA
Eurolines
Eurolines
FlixBus
FlixBus
Blablabus
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Trains Cologne Charleroi

There may be a price difference depending on the time of day you travel by train from Cologne to Charleroi. Tickets purchased during off-peak hours are cheaper than those purchased during peak hours. To get a detailed overview of all prices, Vivanoda compares all modes of transport between Cologne and Charleroi.

The average train journey time from Cologne to Charleroi depends on the type of train you take. Regional or intercity trains to Charleroi are slower than high-speed trains. Compare the duration of all trips by doing a price search on Vivanoda.

It is recommended to book your train ticket from Cologne to Charleroi at least a few weeks in advance to get the best price.

Train companies from Cologne to Charleroi

SNCB-NMBS
SNCB-NMBS
Thalys
Thalys
Deutsche Bahn
Deutsche Bahn
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Carpool Cologne Charleroi

On Vivanoda, our platform for comparing transport modes between Cologne and Charleroi, you will have access to all available carpooling offers with price, estimated duration and pick-up locations.

The average cost of a carpool from Cologne to Charleroi depends on a number of factors, including the time of year, demand and supply, and the carpooling platform used. To get a very accurate estimate of the price and availability of a carpooling trip from Cologne to Charleroi, start a search on Vivanoda by entering your travel dates.

Carpooling is considered a more environmentally friendly option than other modes of transport, as it reduces CO2 emissions by reducing the number of cars on the road. However, this depends on the number of people sharing the same vehicle and the fuel consumption of the vehicle.

Carpooling platform Cologne Charleroi

Blablacar
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