Easy Airport Transfers from Charleroi to Brussels City Center

Option 1: Train from Charleroi to Brussels

  • Time: 1 hour to 1 hour 15 minutes
  • Cost: Around €15–€20
  • Details:
    First, take a short bus ride from the airport to Charleroi-Sud train station (about 20 minutes).
    Then, take a train to Brussels Central or Brussels Midi.
  • Pros: Affordable and regular.
  • Cons:
    • Two steps (bus + train), which can be tiring with luggage.
    • Potential delays depending on connections.

Option 2: Shuttle Bus from Charleroi Airport to Brussels

  • Time: Around 1 hour
  • Cost: About €17 one way
  • Details:
    Shuttle buses leave regularly from Charleroi Airport to Brussels Midi Station.
    You can buy tickets online or at the airport.
  • Pros: Affordable, fairly frequent.
  • Cons:
    • Only drops you at Brussels Midi Station — you still need another ride (taxi, metro) to your hotel or destination.
    • Fixed schedule — you may have to wait for the next bus.

Option 3: Private Airport Transfer (Best Option)

  • Time: About 50 minutes door-to-door
  • Cost: Fixed price (around €99–€140 depending on service and car type)
  • Details:
    A private transfer takes you directly from Charleroi Airport to your hotel, Airbnb, or business address in Brussels — no stops, no waiting.
  • Pros:
  • Door-to-door service.
  • Fixed pricing — no hidden fees.
  • Professional driver meets you at the airport with your name sign.
  • Ideal for families, business travelers, groups, or travelers with lots of luggage.
  • Cons: Slightly higher price, but well worth it for speed and convenience.
Conclusion: What’s the Best Way?

If you’re traveling solo with a backpack, the shuttle bus is a good choice.
But if you want to arrive quickly, safely, and comfortably, booking a private transfer is absolutely the best option — especially if you’re tired after a flight!