Brussels Zaventem Airport (BRU) to Petegem-aan-de-Schelde

The drive from Zaventem to Petegem-aan-de-Schelde

The journey covers 88 km (55 miles) and normally takes about 1 h 2 m by road. Because the route leaves the Brussels area, traffic around the capital can change the time noticeably. Weekday morning and late-afternoon rush hours are the usual trouble spots, so allow some extra time if you have a fixed appointment, a train connection or a check-in deadline at the other end. Outside those peaks the trip is generally smooth and easy to plan.

This is a less frequently booked route, but it is available on request just like any other, and the transfer is private from start to finish. There are no shared stops and no detours to other passengers' addresses.

Choosing the right vehicle

The vehicle should match your group size and luggage load. Here is how the options break down:

• Private Taxi (1-3 passengers) suits solo travellers, couples and small families with standard luggage.
• Private Taxi (1-4 passengers) gives a group of four a seat each, which works well if you have a few suitcases.
• Private Minibus 8 Seats and 16 Seats suit larger families, friends travelling together and small business groups.
• Private Minibus 24, 32, 40 and 48 Seats are intended for wedding parties, club outings, school trips and company events, where everyone arrives together.

If you are unsure, choose the next size up when you carry bulky items such as sports gear, prams or musical instruments.

About Petegem-aan-de-Schelde

Petegem-aan-de-Schelde is a small village in the Flemish countryside of East Flanders. As its name suggests, it lies along the river Scheldt, near the town of Oudenaarde. Expect a quiet, residential setting rather than a busy tourist centre. Since it is a small place, it is worth keeping the full street address to hand so your driver can drop you right at the door.

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 go straight there without searching the arrivals hall.