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

The cheapest way to get from Lens to Charleroi is to rideshare which costs €13 and takes 1h 48m.

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

The fastest way to get from Lens to Charleroi is to drive which takes 1h 26m and costs €21 - €35.

Is there a direct bus between Lens and Charleroi?

No, there is no direct bus from Lens to Charleroi. However, there are services departing from Lens and arriving at CHARLEROI Gare Centrale - Quai 05 via Lille Boulevard de Turin and CHARLEROI Airport. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Lens and Charleroi?

No, there is no direct train from Lens to Charleroi. However, there are services departing from Lens and arriving at Charleroi-Central via Lille Flandres. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 56m.

How far is it from Lens to Charleroi?

The distance between Lens and Charleroi is 156 km. The road distance is 140.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Lens to Charleroi without a car is to train which takes 2h 56m and costs €21 - €35.

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

It takes approximately 2h 56m to get from Lens to Charleroi, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lens to Charleroi bus from?

Lens to Charleroi bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Lens station.

Where do I catch the Lens to Charleroi train from?

Lens to Charleroi train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), depart from Lens station.

Train or bus from Lens to Charleroi?

The best way to get from Lens to Charleroi is to train which takes 2h 56m and costs €21 - €35. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €26 - €50 and takes 3h 55m.

Where does the Lens to Charleroi bus arrive?

Lens to Charleroi bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Lille station.

Where does the Lens to Charleroi train arrive?

Lens to Charleroi train services, operated by Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF), arrive at Lille Flandres station.

Can I drive from Lens to Charleroi?

Yes, the driving distance between Lens to Charleroi is 141 km. It takes approximately 1h 26m to drive from Lens to Charleroi.

Where can I stay near Charleroi?

There are 430+ hotels available in Charleroi.

Can I share a ride from Lens to Charleroi?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Lens and Charleroi. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

Lens to Charleroi - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, rideshare, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Lens to Charleroi by train, bus, rideshare, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Lens to Lille Flandrestrain Ter
2. Take the train from Lille Flandres to Charleroi-Centraltrain Ic / ...
2h 56m
€21–33
Rideshare
cheapest
1. Take the rideshare from Lens to Charleroirideshare 140.9 km
1h 48m
€13
Bus
1. Take the bus from Lens to Lillebus 781
2. Take the bus from Lille Boulevard de Turin to Charleroi Airportbus flibco 436
3h 55m
€26–48
Drive 140.9 km
1. Drive from Lens to Charleroicar 140.9 km
1h 26m
€22–32

Lens to Charleroi by train and foot

161Weekly Services

2h 56mAverage Duration

€21Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Lens to Charleroi.

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Distance: 155.9 km
Duration: 2h 56m

What companies run services between Lens, Hauts-de-France, France and Charleroi, Belgium?

You can take a train from Lens to Charleroi-Central via Lille Flandres and Lille Flandres in around 2h 56m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Lens to CHARLEROI Gare Centrale - Quai 05 via Lille, Lille Boulevard de Turin, Charleroi Airport, and CHARLEROI Airport in around 3h 55m.

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