Brussels Zaventem Airport (BRU) to Maasmechelen

The drive from BRU to Maasmechelen

Maasmechelen lies 102 km (64 miles) from Brussels Zaventem Airport, and the typical driving time is 1 h 4 m. The route heads east out of the Brussels area and into the province of Limburg, so most of the trip is on motorway. Weekday rush hours around Brussels and Leuven can add noticeable time, so allow a buffer if you have a connection, an appointment or a check-in slot at the other end. This is an occasionally booked route, which makes a pre-arranged private transfer a straightforward alternative to piecing together several public connections.

Choosing the right vehicle

Couples, solo travellers and small families usually fit a private taxi, available for 1-3 or 1-4 passengers. The 4-seat option helps when you have a child seat or a bit more luggage. Larger parties are covered by private minibuses with 8, 16, 24, 32, 40 or 48 seats. That range suits family gatherings, sports teams, company groups and tour parties heading for the Maasmechelen area. Pick the size according to both the number of people and the amount of baggage, as suitcases take up space too.

About Maasmechelen

Maasmechelen is a municipality in Belgian Limburg, close to the Dutch border and the Meuse river. It is probably best known for Maasmechelen Village, a large outlet shopping centre that attracts visitors from several countries. The surrounding area is green, with forest and heathland of the Hoge Kempen National Park nearby, which makes it popular for walking and cycling. Maastricht in the Netherlands is also within easy reach.

Meeting point at Brussels 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 after baggage reclaim.