Brussels Zaventem Airport (BRU) to Auvelais

Meeting Point at Brussels Zaventem Airport

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 meet up without searching the terminal.

The Drive from BRU to Auvelais

The route covers 85 km (53 miles) and typically takes about 58 minutes. Most of the journey is on motorways heading south-west from Zaventem and then towards the Sambre valley in Wallonia. Brussels' ring road is the main variable: during the morning and late-afternoon rush hours, or in bad weather, it is sensible to allow extra time. If you have a fixed appointment in Auvelais, plan a buffer on top of the usual driving time.

This is a less frequently booked route, but it is available on request like any other transfer, so you can arrange it in advance for your arrival.

Choosing the Right Vehicle

The vehicle should match your group and luggage:

• Private Taxi (1-3 passengers) or Private Taxi (1-4 passengers): suited to solo travellers, couples, families and small business trips.
• Private Minibus 8 Seats: a good choice for larger families or groups with extra suitcases.
• Private Minibus 16, 24, 32, 40 or 48 Seats: for tour groups, teams, wedding parties and company events, with capacity for up to 48 passengers.

If you are travelling with bulky luggage, sports gear or a pram, going one size up gives everyone more room.

About Auvelais

Auvelais lies on the Sambre river in the province of Namur and forms part of the municipality of Sambreville. It sits between the cities of Namur and Charleroi and has a long industrial history typical of the Sambre valley. It is a mainly residential and working town rather than a major tourist destination.

Places to Stay Near Auvelais

I cannot confidently name long-established hotels in Auvelais itself, so here are well-known options in nearby Namur, the provincial capital:

• Hôtel Les Tanneurs de Namur: a hotel in the old town, set in converted historic buildings.
• Château de Namur: a hotel and restaurant on the Citadel hill above the city.

Both can be reached by road from Auvelais, and your driver can take you directly to either address if you prefer to stay in Namur.