Day trip from Gent to Charleroi
Charleroi lies 88 km (54 mi) south-east of Gent, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
At 88 km (54 mi) apart, Charleroi is a realistic day trip from Gent: about 1 h 25 min each way by road.
| Gent | Charleroi | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Belgium | Belgium |
| Population | 265,086 | 200,132 |
| Elevation | 10 m (33 ft) | 136 m (446 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Europe/Brussels) | UTC+2 (Europe/Brussels) |
| Postal codes | 9000 | 6000 |
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Staying in Charleroi
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Common questions
How far is Charleroi from Gent?
88 km (54 mi) in a straight line, south-east of Gent; by road roughly 107 km (66 mi).
How long does it take to get from Gent to Charleroi by road?
About 1 h 25 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Gent and Charleroi?
No, both are on Europe/Brussels at the moment.
Where these facts come from
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- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.