Brussels Zaventem Airport (BRU) to Leeuwarden

Meeting Point at Brussels Zaventem Airport

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 go straight there and meet your driver without searching the terminal.

The Drive from Brussels Airport to Leeuwarden

The route covers 321 km (200 miles) and typically takes 3 h 28 m. It leads north from Zaventem across the Belgian motorway network into the Netherlands, then continues through the Dutch provinces towards Friesland. Leeuwarden is not a route we are asked for every day, but it is available on request like any other transfer. Allow extra time if you travel during the morning or evening rush hours, as traffic around the larger cities can slow the journey. A private transfer means the whole trip is door to door, with no changes of train or luggage to carry between platforms.

Choosing the Right Vehicle

The vehicle depends on the size of your group and how much luggage you carry:

• Private Taxi (1-3 or 1-4 passengers): suits individual travellers, couples, families and small business groups.
• Private Minibus 8 Seats and 16 Seats: a good fit for larger families, friends travelling together or small teams with extra luggage.
• Private Minibus 24, 32, 40 and 48 Seats: for tour groups, school parties, sports clubs and company events heading to Friesland together.

On a journey of more than three hours, a little extra space is usually worth it, so choose the larger option if you are unsure about luggage.

About Leeuwarden

Leeuwarden is the capital of the Dutch province of Friesland. It is known for its historic centre with canals, its leaning tower, the Oldehove, and its Frisian language and culture. It was European Capital of Culture in 2018. It also makes a convenient base for exploring the Frisian lakes and the Wadden Sea coast.

Where to Stay in Leeuwarden

Visitors can choose from several established hotels in the city:

• Stadhouderlijk Hof: a hotel in a historic building in the old town centre.
• Van der Valk Hotel Leeuwarden: a larger, full-service hotel on the edge of the city, popular with both business and leisure guests.
• Post-Plaza Hotel: a well-known hotel in the centre, close to the main sights.

Tell us the name of your hotel when booking so the drop-off goes smoothly.