Brussels Zaventem Airport (BRU) to Geluwe

The drive from Brussels Airport to Geluwe

Geluwe lies 118 km (74 miles) from Brussels Zaventem Airport, and the drive normally takes about 1 h 16 m. The route heads west across Flanders, so most of the journey is on motorway. The part around Brussels is the least predictable. Weekday rush hours on the ring road can add time, and so can bad weather. If you have a ferry, a train or an appointment at the other end, plan a comfortable buffer.

Choosing the right vehicle

This is a less frequently booked route, but it is available on request like any other. Couples and small families fit in a private taxi, which is offered for 1-3 or 1-4 passengers. Check the luggage as well as the headcount. Four people with large suitcases are often better off in the larger option. Larger groups can book a private minibus with 8, 16, 24, 32, 40 or 48 seats. Wedding parties, football clubs, company teams and extended family gatherings all travel together this way, with no need to split up or coordinate several cars.

About Geluwe

Geluwe is a village in West Flanders, close to the French border. It is part of the municipality of Wervik, in the Leie region. The setting is quiet and rural, with farmland and small residential streets rather than big-city sights. The towns of Wervik and Menen are close by, and Ypres is within easy reach. Please give your driver the exact street address, because many places in the village share similar-sounding street names.

Where to stay near Geluwe

Geluwe itself is small, so most visitors look at the nearby historic town of Ypres (Ieper) instead, a short drive away. Well-known hotels there include the Ariane Hotel, the Albion Hotel and Hotel Regina. All three are close to the town centre and its main sights. Ypres is a good base if you are visiting the surrounding First World War sites or the wider region.

Meeting Point

Your driver waits at Java Coffee House with a personalised name sign. The spot is easy to find once you have collected your luggage. Head there after baggage reclaim and look for your name.