Brussels Zaventem Airport (BRU) to Overboelare

The drive from Zaventem to Overboelare

The route covers 62 km (39 miles) and typically takes around 54 minutes by road. That is a fair stretch, so it makes sense to plan for it as a proper journey rather than a quick hop. The first part leads you away from the airport and around the Brussels region, where traffic can build up during the morning and late-afternoon rush hours. If you have a tight connection or an appointment on arrival, allow some extra time in those periods.

Overboelare is a less frequently booked destination, so the transfer is arranged on request. A private car takes you directly to the address, which saves you from working out connections for a small place away from the main routes.

Choosing the right vehicle

For couples, solo travellers and small families, a private taxi is the simplest option. It is available for 1-3 or 1-4 passengers, so check your luggage as well as your headcount before choosing. If you travel with several large suitcases, the larger of the two gives you more breathing room.

Larger parties can book a private minibus. The 8-seat version suits an extended family or a group of colleagues. For bigger groups, there are minibuses with 16, 24, 32, 40 or 48 seats, which lets everyone arrive together instead of splitting across several cars. This is useful for wedding parties, club outings and company events.

About Overboelare

Overboelare is a village in the municipality of Geraardsbergen in East Flanders, in the hilly countryside of the Flemish Ardennes region. It is a quiet, rural setting, quite different from the busy airport area you leave behind. Visitors usually come to see friends and family, attend local events, or explore the surrounding countryside. Geraardsbergen itself is known for its cycling heritage and its local sweet pastry, the mattentaart.

Meeting point at Brussels Zaventem Airport

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 and meet your driver without any searching.