Brussels Zaventem Airport (BRU) to Medemblik

The drive from Brussels Airport to Medemblik

Medemblik lies 258 km (161 miles) from Brussels Zaventem Airport, and the typical driving time is 2 h 48 m. The route leaves Belgium, crosses into the Netherlands and ends in the North Holland region of West Friesland. This is a less frequently booked route, but it is available on request like any other. Allow extra time if you travel during the morning or evening rush hour, when the motorways around large cities can slow down. A long transfer like this is also easier after a flight if you can simply sit back instead of working out connections with luggage.

Choosing the right vehicle

For smaller parties, a private taxi is available for 1-3 passengers or 1-4 passengers, which suits couples, families or business travellers with a few suitcases. Larger groups can book a private minibus with 8, 16, 24, 32, 40 or 48 seats. This makes it possible to keep a wedding party, a sailing crew, a school group or a company outing together in one vehicle. If you are close to the limit of a vehicle size, or carry bulky luggage such as sports or sailing equipment, it is sensible to choose the next size up for comfort on a nearly three-hour ride.

Medemblik as a destination

Medemblik is a small historic town on the IJsselmeer in North Holland. It is known for its harbour, its old town centre and Kasteel Radboud, a castle near the waterfront. The steam tram line between Hoorn and Medemblik is also a well-known attraction. The IJsselmeer makes the area popular for sailing and for relaxed days by the water. The town is quiet, so it is useful to give your driver the exact street name or the name of your accommodation before you travel.

Meeting Point

Your driver waits at Java Coffee House with a personalised name sign. The spot is easy to find after you have collected your luggage, so you can meet without searching around the terminal.