Brussels Zaventem Airport (BRU) to Mortsel

The drive from Brussels Airport to Mortsel

Mortsel lies 39 km (24 miles) from Brussels Zaventem Airport, and the drive normally takes about 28 minutes. The route heads north towards the Antwerp area, so it is a regularly booked transfer for business visitors, families and groups. Weekday rush hours around Brussels and Antwerp can slow traffic, so allow extra time if you have a tight appointment. Bad weather and roadworks can also add minutes, particularly in the morning and late afternoon. A private transfer takes you straight to your address without any changes.

Choosing the right vehicle

Smaller parties can choose between a private taxi for 1-3 passengers and one for 1-4 passengers. The extra seat is useful when you travel with a child seat or a lot of luggage. Larger groups can book a private minibus with 8, 16, 24, 32, 40 or 48 seats. This suits team trips, wedding guests, school groups and family gatherings who want to arrive together. Pick the size that matches your group plus luggage rather than the exact head count.

Mortsel as a destination

Mortsel is a municipality in the province of Antwerp, just south-east of Antwerp city. It is mainly residential and well connected to the city, which makes it a practical base for visiting Antwerp without staying in the centre. It is also known as the home of the Agfa-Gevaert company, so business travellers often have appointments here. Quiet streets and local shops give it a more relaxed feel than the city next door.

Where to stay near Mortsel

Mortsel itself has few accommodations I can name with confidence, so here are well-known hotels in neighbouring Antwerp, a short drive away:

• Radisson Blu Astrid Hotel, close to Antwerp-Central station
• Hilton Antwerp Old Town, in the historic centre
• Crowne Plaza Antwerp, a large hotel on the edge of the city centre

All three are easy to reach by road from Mortsel and the airport.

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 any searching.