Brussels Zaventem Airport (BRU) to Blankenberge

The drive to the coast

The route covers 120 km (75 miles) and typically takes 1 h 23 m. It runs west from Zaventem across Flanders to the North Sea. Allow extra time on summer weekends and sunny public holidays, when traffic towards the coast builds up. Morning and late-afternoon rush hours around Brussels can also slow the first part of the trip. Blankenberge is an occasionally booked route, so it helps to reserve ahead rather than rely on last-minute arrangements.

Meeting point at the airport

Your driver waits at Java Coffee House holding a personalised name sign. The spot is easy to find once you have collected your luggage, so you can go straight there without searching the terminal.

Which vehicle suits your group

For couples, small families or solo travellers, a private taxi is the simplest choice. There is a version for up to 3 passengers and one for up to 4. Larger parties, or anyone with a lot of luggage, can move up to a private minibus with 8 seats. For wedding guests, school trips, sports teams or company outings, minibuses are available with 16, 24, 32, 40 or 48 seats. Pick the size that leaves room for suitcases as well as people, especially on a journey of well over an hour.

About Blankenberge

Blankenberge is a seaside resort on the Belgian coast, known for its wide sandy beach, its pier and the seafront promenade. It is a popular day-trip and holiday destination, particularly in summer, and it tends to be livelier in the warmer months and quieter in winter. If you are heading to a specific hotel or apartment, have the full address ready so the driver can drop you as close to the door as possible, since streets near the seafront can be busy.

Places to stay nearby

If you plan to combine the coast with some sightseeing, the historic city of Bruges is the nearest major town to Blankenberge and offers a wide choice of established hotels. Well-known names include Hotel de Tuilerieën, Dukes' Palace and Hotel Navarra. All three are in the old centre and are long-standing addresses for visitors to the city. Check with your hotel whether private vehicles can reach the front door, as parts of Bruges centre have access restrictions.