Brussels Zaventem Airport (BRU) to Geleen

The drive from Zaventem to Geleen

The route covers 111 km (69 miles) and usually takes around 1 h 10 m. You leave Brussels Zaventem Airport, cross Belgium toward the east and enter the Dutch province of Limburg, where Geleen lies. Since both countries are in the Schengen area, there is normally no stop at the border, but keep your ID or passport within easy reach.

Allow some extra time if you travel during the weekday morning or late-afternoon rush around Brussels, or in bad weather. Roadworks and accidents can also add minutes on a longer motorway trip like this one. This route is booked only occasionally, so it is worth reserving in advance.

Choosing the right vehicle

For solo travellers, couples and small families, a private taxi is the simplest choice: there are versions for up to 3 or up to 4 passengers. If you travel with several suitcases, pick the larger one for extra room.

• Private Minibus 8 Seats: small groups, families with plenty of luggage, or colleagues travelling together.
• Private Minibus 16 and 24 Seats: business teams, sports clubs and larger family gatherings.
• Private Minibus 32, 40 and 48 Seats: conference delegations, tour groups and school trips that want to stay on one vehicle.

Geleen as a destination

Geleen is a city in the south of the Dutch province of Limburg, part of the municipality of Sittard-Geleen. It is well known for its industrial history, linked to the chemical sector, and it sits close to Sittard, with Maastricht and the German and Belgian borders within easy reach. Travellers come here for business, to visit family or as a base for exploring the region.

Meeting point at Brussels Zaventem Airport

Your driver waits at Java Coffee House holding a personalised name sign. The spot is easy to find after you have collected your luggage, so you can head there directly and meet your driver without delay.