Brussels Zaventem Airport (BRU) to Groningen

Meeting Point at Brussels Zaventem Airport

Your driver waits at Java Coffee House with a personalised name sign. The location is easy to find once you have collected your luggage, so there is no need to search the terminal.

The Drive from Brussels Airport to Groningen

The route covers 350 km (218 miles) and typically takes 3 h 47 m, running from central Belgium up to the far north of the Netherlands. This is a long transfer and a less frequently booked one, so it is arranged on request like any other. Allow extra time if you travel during the morning or evening rush hour, when traffic around the larger Belgian and Dutch cities can slow things down. A private car means no changes with luggage and no timetable to match, which counts for a lot on a journey of nearly four hours.

Choosing the Right Vehicle

The vehicle depends on the size of your group and how much luggage you bring:

• Private Taxi (1-3 or 1-4 passengers): suits solo travellers, couples, families and small business parties.
• Private Minibus 8 Seats: a comfortable choice for larger families or a group with extra bags.
• Private Minibus 16, 24, 32, 40 or 48 Seats: for teams, tour groups, school parties and event delegations, up to 48 passengers.

On a transfer of this length, choosing a vehicle with a little spare room is usually worth it.

Groningen and Where to Stay

Groningen is the main city of the northern Netherlands and a lively university town. It is known for its large student population, its cycling culture, the Martinitoren tower and the Groninger Museum. The compact historic centre is easy to explore on foot.

Well-established places to stay in Groningen include:

• Hotel de Doelen, a long-standing hotel in the city centre.
• Schimmelpenninck Huys, set in a historic townhouse in the centre.
• Hotel Prinsenhof, a traditional hotel in the old town.

Give your driver the full address of your hotel or destination when booking, so the drop-off goes smoothly after the long ride.