Brussels Zaventem Airport (BRU) to L-Avenue Brussels

The drive from Zaventem to L-Avenue Brussels

The route covers 17 km (11 miles) and usually takes around 24 minutes by road. Most of the way runs from the airport area on the motorway network towards the centre of Brussels. Traffic on this corridor can build up during the morning and late-afternoon rush hours, so allow some extra time if you have a tight appointment or a connection to make. L-Avenue Brussels is a less frequently requested destination, but the transfer is available on request just like any other route from BRU. L-Avenue is a city address, so it is worth keeping the exact name or street handy for your driver.

Choosing the right vehicle

For solo travellers, couples and small families, a private taxi is the simplest option. It is available for 1-3 or 1-4 passengers, so the larger version suits a party with a few extra bags. Larger groups can book a private minibus. The 8-seat minibus suits a group of friends or colleagues, and the 16, 24 and 32-seat versions work for delegations and tour parties. For big events, the 40, 48, 56 and 64-seat minibuses carry everyone together in one vehicle. Pick the size by passenger count and luggage, not just seats, since suitcases take up space.

Where to stay near L-Avenue Brussels

We cannot name specific hotels at L-Avenue itself with confidence, so here are two long-established hotels in central Brussels, the nearest well-known base for the area. Hotel Metropole is a historic grand hotel on Place de Brouckère, dating from the 19th century. Hotel Amigo stands close to the Grand-Place and is among the city's best-known upscale hotels. Both are easy to reach by car from the airport, and a driver can drop you right at the entrance.

Meeting point at the airport

Your driver waits at Java Coffee House holding a personalised name sign. The spot is easy to find once you have collected your luggage, so you can walk straight there without searching the terminal.