Brussels Zaventem Airport (BRU) to Groot Bijgaarden

Meeting Point

Your driver waits at Java Coffee House in Brussels Zaventem Airport, holding a personalised name sign. The spot is easy to find after you have collected your luggage, so you can meet your driver without a long walk or any searching.

The Drive to Groot Bijgaarden

The route covers 22 km (14 miles) and typically takes around 20 minutes. Groot Bijgaarden lies to the west of Brussels, so the journey usually follows the busy ring road around the capital. Morning and late-afternoon rush hours can slow traffic noticeably on this stretch, as can roadworks and bad weather. If you have a fixed appointment or a connection to catch, build in a buffer. This route is booked only occasionally, but your driver will be assigned to it just as carefully as to any other.

Choosing the Right Vehicle

Several vehicle types are available, depending on your group size:

• Private Taxi (1-3 or 1-4 passengers): suits solo travellers, couples, families and small business groups with normal luggage.
• Private Minibus 8 Seats: a good fit for larger families or colleagues travelling together with extra bags.
• Private Minibus 16 and 24 Seats: work well for teams, tour parties and wedding or event guests.
• Private Minibus 32, 40 and 48 Seats: intended for large delegations, school trips and conference groups arriving together.

If you carry bulky items such as sports gear or several large suitcases, choose the next size up for comfort.

About Groot Bijgaarden

Groot Bijgaarden is a district of the municipality of Dilbeek, in Flemish Brabant, just outside the Brussels region. It is best known for its medieval moated castle, the Kasteel van Groot-Bijgaarden, and for a shopping centre that draws visitors from across the area. The setting is largely residential and quiet, with quick road access to central Brussels. When giving your drop-off address, include the street name and house number so your driver can go directly to the door.