Brussels Zaventem Airport (BRU) to Apeldoorn

The Drive from Brussels Airport to Apeldoorn

The route covers 226 km (141 miles) and usually takes around 2 h 30 m. You leave Belgium and cross into the Netherlands, then continue to Apeldoorn in the province of Gelderland. This is a less frequently booked route, but it is available on request like any other. Allow extra time if you travel during weekday rush hours, since traffic around large cities can slow the journey. Heavy rain or roadworks can also add time.

Meeting Point

Your driver waits at Java Coffee House with a personalised name sign. The spot is easy to find after you have collected your luggage, so you can go there straight from baggage reclaim.

Choosing the Right Vehicle

For solo travellers, couples and small families, a private taxi is the simplest option, with seats for 1-3 or 1-4 passengers. Four people with several suitcases may be more comfortable in the larger taxi or a minibus. Larger parties can choose a private minibus with 8, 16, 24, 32, 40 or 48 seats. These suit business delegations, school trips, sports teams and family gatherings. On a journey of about two and a half hours, having enough space for passengers and luggage makes a real difference, so pick a vehicle with some room to spare.

Apeldoorn and Where to Stay

Apeldoorn lies on the edge of the Veluwe, a large area of woods and heathland. It is best known for Paleis Het Loo, a former royal palace with formal gardens, and for the Apenheul primate park. The city is a pleasant base for walking and cycling, and it also attracts business visitors.

Well-established places to stay include:

• Bilderberg Hotel De Keizerskroon, a long-running hotel in the centre, close to Het Loo.
• Van der Valk Hotel Apeldoorn, a large, well-known hotel with conference facilities.

Give your driver the full hotel name and address when you book, so the drop-off goes smoothly after the long ride.