Brussels Zaventem Airport (BRU) to Hamont-Achel

The Drive from Brussels Airport to Hamont-Achel

The journey covers 114 km (71 miles) and typically takes 1 h 22 m. Most of the route runs east and north-east through Flanders, ending in the far north of Limburg province near the Dutch border. This is a less frequently booked route, but it is available on request like any other. Allow extra time if you travel during the morning or evening rush hour, when traffic around Brussels slows down, or if bad weather affects the roads.

Choosing the Right Vehicle

Smaller groups can choose a private taxi: one version seats 1-3 passengers, the other 1-4 passengers. For larger parties, private minibuses are available with 8, 16, 24, 32, 40 or 48 seats. Families with suitcases or groups with sports gear may prefer to go up one size, so there is room for everything on a trip of well over an hour. Coach-size minibuses suit wedding parties, company groups and club trips heading to the area.

About Hamont-Achel

Hamont-Achel is a municipality in the Kempen region of Limburg, formed from the two villages of Hamont and Achel. It sits right on the border with the Netherlands, so the surroundings are flat, green and dotted with heathland and woods. Achel is also known for its Trappist abbey and the beer associated with it. Expect a quiet, rural setting rather than a big-city destination, which makes a door-to-door transfer especially convenient.

Meeting Point

Your driver waits at Java Coffee House at Brussels Zaventem Airport (BRU), holding a personalised name sign. The spot is easy to find once you have collected your luggage.