Brussels Zaventem Airport (BRU) to Marcinelle

The drive from Brussels Airport to Marcinelle

The transfer covers 73 km (45 miles) and typically takes about 50 minutes. Marcinelle is not one of our busiest destinations, but it is booked from time to time, and the route is a straightforward run south from Zaventem. Allow extra time during the weekday morning and late-afternoon rush, when the Brussels ring and the roads towards Hainaut can slow down. Bad weather or roadworks can also add minutes, so avoid planning a tight connection right after you arrive.

Meeting point at Zaventem

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 head there straight away.

Choosing the right vehicle

The vehicle should match your group size and the amount of luggage you carry:

• Private Taxi (1-3 or 1-4 passengers): suits solo travellers, couples, families and small business groups.
• Private Minibus 8 Seats: good for a larger family or colleagues travelling with extra bags.
• Private Minibus 16, 24, 32, 40 and 48 Seats: intended for tour groups, school trips, sports teams and company events.

If you are close to the upper limit of a vehicle with a lot of luggage, choose the next size up for comfort.

Marcinelle as a destination

Marcinelle is a district of Charleroi, in the Walloon province of Hainaut. It is best known for the Bois du Cazier, a former coal mine where a serious disaster occurred in 1956. The site is now a museum and a UNESCO World Heritage site, and it draws visitors interested in Belgium's industrial and mining history. Give your driver the exact street address when you book, as Marcinelle is part of a larger urban area and a precise address ensures a direct drop-off.