Brussels Zaventem Airport (BRU) to Hattingen

The drive from Brussels Airport to Hattingen

Hattingen lies 243 km (151 miles) from Brussels Zaventem Airport, and the drive normally takes 2 h 50 m. The route leaves Belgium, crosses the German border and continues into the Ruhr region of North Rhine-Westphalia. It is a long road transfer, so it helps to plan a little margin. Rush-hour traffic around the big Rhine-Ruhr cities, roadworks on German motorways and busy holiday weekends can all add time to the journey.

This is a less frequently booked route, but it is available on request like any other. You travel straight from the airport to your address in Hattingen, with no changes and no luggage to carry between connections.

Choosing the right vehicle

The vehicle should match your group size and luggage. Each option below is a private vehicle for your party only.

• Private Taxi: for 1-4 passengers, suited to individual travellers, couples and small families.
• Private Minibus 8 Seats: for up to 8 passengers, a good choice when you have extra suitcases or equipment.
• Private Minibus 16 Seats and 24 Seats: for larger family gatherings, delegations or teams.
• Private Minibus 32, 40 and 48 Seats: for tour groups, conference parties and club trips of up to 48 people.

On a journey of nearly three hours, a bit of extra space makes a real difference. If you are close to the upper limit of a vehicle, consider the next size up.

About Hattingen

Hattingen is a town on the Ruhr river in North Rhine-Westphalia, at the southern edge of the Ruhr area. Its historic old town is known for its half-timbered houses and narrow lanes. The town also has an industrial past, which is documented at the LWL Industrial Museum Henrichshütte, a former ironworks. Bochum and Essen are close by, so many visitors combine a stay in Hattingen with business or sightseeing in the wider region.

Meeting Point

Your driver waits for you at Java Coffee House inside Brussels Zaventem Airport, holding a personalised name sign. The spot is easy to find after you have collected your luggage, so you can meet up without searching the terminal.