Brussels Zaventem Airport (BRU) to Nieuwmunster

The drive from BRU to Nieuwmunster

Nieuwmunster lies 119 km (74 miles) from Brussels Zaventem Airport, and the drive normally takes about 1 h 24 m. The route heads west across Flanders towards the coast, so most of the journey is on motorway before you switch to smaller local roads for the last stretch. Allow extra time during the weekday morning and late-afternoon rush around Brussels, and on sunny summer weekends, when traffic towards the coast tends to build up. This route is booked less often than the busiest ones, but it is available on request like any other.

Choosing the right vehicle

Couples and small families usually travel in a private taxi, with a choice between a 1-3 passenger car and a 1-4 passenger car. If you have a lot of luggage, the larger of the two gives more room. For groups of up to 8 passengers, a private 8-seat minibus keeps everyone together. Wedding parties, company outings and larger tour groups can book minibuses with 16, 24, 32, 40 or 48 seats. Pick the size by passengers and luggage together, because 119 km is long enough that spare space makes the ride more comfortable.

About Nieuwmunster

Nieuwmunster is a small village in the municipality of Zuienkerke, in West Flanders. It sits in flat polder countryside between Bruges and the Belgian coast, so it suits quiet stays, cycling and day trips to nearby towns. Services in the village itself are limited, so it helps to confirm your exact address with your host or hotel before the driver sets off.

Places to stay near Nieuwmunster

Nieuwmunster is a small village, so most visitors base themselves in nearby Bruges, a short drive away. Well-established hotels there include:

• Hotel de Tuilerieën, a historic canal-side hotel
• Hotel Dukes' Palace, set in a former noble residence in the centre
• Hotel Navarra, a long-running hotel close to the old town

If your accommodation is in Bruges rather than Nieuwmunster, tell us the address when booking so the destination is set correctly.

Meeting Point

Your driver waits at Java Coffee House in Brussels Zaventem Airport, holding a personalised name sign. The spot is easy to find after you have collected your luggage, so you can walk over without searching the terminal.