Brussels Zaventem Airport (BRU) to Hornu

The drive from Brussels Airport to Hornu

Hornu lies 89 km (56 miles) from Brussels Zaventem Airport, and the drive normally takes about 1 h 2 m. The route leaves the Brussels area and continues south-west into the province of Hainaut. Most of the journey is on motorway, so it is a fairly straightforward transfer. Allow extra time if you travel during the weekday morning or late-afternoon rush hours, when traffic around Brussels slows down. Heavy rain or winter conditions can also add some minutes.

This is a less frequently booked route, but it is available on request like any other. A private transfer means no changes with luggage and a driver who goes straight to your address.

Choosing the right vehicle

The vehicle depends on group size and luggage:

• Private Taxi (1-3 or 1-4 passengers): suits solo travellers, couples, families and small groups with ordinary luggage.
• Private Minibus 8 Seats: a good fit for larger families or friends travelling with extra bags.
• Private Minibus 16, 24 and 32 Seats: for teams, tour parties and wedding or event guests.
• Private Minibus 40 and 48 Seats: for large delegations or coach-sized groups arriving together.

If your group is close to the limit of a vehicle, or you carry bulky items such as sports equipment, choosing the next size up gives everyone more room.

About Hornu

Hornu is a village in the Wallonia region, part of the municipality of Saint-Ghislain, close to the city of Mons. It is best known for the Grand-Hornu, a 19th-century industrial site built for coal mining and now a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Part of the complex houses MAC's, a contemporary art museum. The surrounding area is quiet and residential, so give your driver the full street address in advance.

Meeting Point

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