Brussels Zaventem Airport (BRU) to Passendale

The Drive from Brussels Airport to Passendale

Passendale lies 130 km (81 miles) from Brussels Zaventem Airport, and the drive normally takes about 1 h 30 m. The route heads west across Flanders, so the last stretch runs through quiet countryside rather than motorway. Allow extra time during the morning and evening rush around Brussels, and in bad weather. This is a less frequently booked route, but it is available on request like any other.

Choosing the Right Vehicle

Smaller groups are well served by a private taxi, with one option for up to 3 passengers and another for up to 4. For families with extra luggage or groups of friends, the private minibus with 8 seats gives more space. Larger parties can choose minibuses with 16, 24, 32, 40 or 48 seats. This suits tour groups, school trips and commemorative visits that travel together.

Passendale as a Destination

Passendale is a small village in West Flanders, part of the municipality of Zonnebeke. It is best known for the Battle of Passchendaele in 1917, and the surrounding fields hold many war cemeteries and memorials. Tyne Cot Cemetery and the Memorial Museum Passchendaele 1917 in Zonnebeke are close by, which is why many visitors come here for battlefield tours. The village itself is quiet and rural.

Where to Stay Near Passendale

Passendale has only a few places to stay, so many visitors base themselves in nearby Ypres (Ieper), a short drive away. Two established choices there are:

• Hotel Ariane, a hotel close to the town centre
• Main Street Hotel, a hotel in the heart of Ypres

Tell us your exact address when booking and the driver can take you straight to the door.

Meeting Point

Your driver waits at Java Coffee House with a personalised name sign. The spot is easy to find once you have collected your luggage.