Brussels Zaventem Airport (BRU) to Leerbeek

The drive from Brussels Airport to Leerbeek

Leerbeek lies 38 km (24 miles) from Brussels Zaventem Airport, and the drive typically takes about 37 minutes. The route leads you around the Brussels area and out into the countryside to the west. This is a less frequently booked route, but it is available on request like any other, so you can arrange it in advance without any trouble.

Morning and late-afternoon rush hours around Brussels can slow traffic considerably, so allow some extra time if you have a fixed appointment or a connection to make. Heavy rain or roadworks can also add a few minutes, and a private driver follows the best available road on the day.

Choosing the right vehicle

The vehicle you need depends mainly on how many people are travelling and how much luggage you carry.

• 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 comfortable choice for larger families or friends travelling with several suitcases.
• Private Minibus 16 and 24 Seats: well suited to wedding parties, team trips and mid-sized groups.
• Private Minibus 32, 40 and 48 Seats: intended for large groups, events and organised tours that want everyone in one vehicle.

If you are close to the upper limit of a vehicle's capacity, or you carry bulky items such as sports equipment or musical instruments, it is sensible to choose the next size up.

About Leerbeek

Leerbeek is a small village in the Pajottenland, the rolling countryside west of Brussels in Flemish Brabant. It belongs to the municipality of Gooik. The area is known for its quiet lanes, farmland and walking and cycling routes, and it has a rural character that contrasts with the busy airport area. Because the village is small, it helps to have the exact street address ready for your driver, especially if your accommodation is outside the centre.

Meeting Point

Your driver waits at Java Coffee House 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 around the terminal.