Brussels Zaventem Airport (BRU) to Balen

The drive from Brussels Airport to Balen

The transfer from Brussels Zaventem Airport (BRU) to Balen covers 92 km (57 miles), and the typical driving time is 1 h 8 m. The route leaves the Brussels area and continues toward the province of Antwerp, so most of the journey is on motorway before you reach the quieter local roads near your address.

Traffic around Brussels and Antwerp can slow things down on weekday mornings and late afternoons. If you have a fixed appointment, a check-in time or an onward connection after arriving in Balen, allow some extra time on top of the standard estimate.

Choosing the right vehicle

For solo travellers, couples and small families, a private taxi is the simplest option, with a choice of 1-3 or 1-4 passengers depending on how much luggage you carry. Groups of up to 8 can take the 8-seat minibus, which leaves more room for bags than a standard car.

• Private Minibus 16 Seats and 24 Seats suit larger families, sports teams and company groups.
• Private Minibus 32, 40 and 48 Seats are intended for tour groups, school trips and event delegations travelling together.

Balen is a less frequently booked route, but it is available on request like any other. Give the exact pickup or drop-off address when you book, so the driver can plan the final stretch properly.

About Balen

Balen is a municipality in the Kempen region of the province of Antwerp, an area of woodland, heath and small villages. It is a calm, mostly rural destination, so a door-to-door private transfer is often the most practical way to arrive, especially with luggage or in a group.

Meeting Point

Your driver waits at Java Coffee House with a personalised name sign. The location is easy to find after you have collected your luggage, so you can go there straight from the baggage area and meet your driver without delay.