Brussels Zaventem Airport (BRU) to Mons

Meeting Point at Brussels Zaventem Airport

Your driver waits at Java Coffee House holding 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 wandering around the terminal.

The Drive from Brussels Airport to Mons

The route covers 75 km (47 miles) and typically takes about 56 minutes. You leave the Zaventem area, join the Brussels ring road and continue south-west towards Hainaut. Because this stretch passes around the capital, the ring road can be slow at weekday rush hours, so allow extra time if you have a fixed appointment or a connection to make in Mons. This is a regularly booked route, and drivers know the roads well.

Choosing the Right Vehicle

Smaller groups are well served by a private taxi. There are options for 1-3 or 1-4 passengers, and the larger one is useful if you are travelling with a bit more luggage. For bigger parties, private minibuses are available with 8, 16, 24, 32, 40 or 48 seats. These suit families, business delegations, school groups and event guests who want to arrive together rather than split across several cars.

Public Transport Alternative

If you prefer not to book a private transfer, a scheduled rail connection exists:

• Train to Brussels-Midi, then intercity train to Mons, 1 change required, approx. 90–110 minutes total

Check the current timetable on the day of travel, as services vary by time and day. With heavy luggage or a larger group, a door-to-door transfer is usually simpler.

Mons as a Destination

Mons is the main city of the province of Hainaut, in the French-speaking part of Belgium. It is known for its Grand-Place, its hilltop belfry, which is a UNESCO World Heritage site, and its lively student atmosphere. The city was a European Capital of Culture in 2015, and its compact historic centre is easy to explore on foot.

Where to Stay in Mons

Mons has a handful of established hotels to choose from. The Van der Valk Hotel Mons Congres is a well-known option, popular with business travellers and conference guests. The Mercure Mons Centre is another familiar name and sits close to the historic centre and the railway station. Mention your hotel when booking so your driver can plan the drop-off.