Brussels Zaventem Airport (BRU) to Smetlede

The drive from Brussels Airport to Smetlede

Smetlede lies 47 km (29 miles) from Brussels Zaventem Airport. The drive typically takes around 40 minutes. It is a less frequently booked route, but it is available on request like any other, and your driver takes you straight to the address without any changes along the way.

The road out of Zaventem passes through the Brussels area, where traffic can build up during the morning and late-afternoon rush hours. If you have a fixed appointment, a connection or an event in Smetlede, it is sensible to allow some extra time on top of the typical journey. Bad weather can also slow things down.

Which vehicle suits your group

For small parties, a private taxi is the simplest choice. There are two options: one for up to 3 passengers and one for up to 4 passengers. Choose the larger one if you are travelling with a lot of luggage or want more space.

Larger groups can book a private minibus. Seat counts run in steps:

• 8 seats for families or small teams
• 16 and 24 seats for wedding parties, clubs or business groups
• 32, 40 and 48 seats for large delegations, tour groups or events

Pick the size that matches your total headcount including luggage, so nobody has to travel cramped.

About Smetlede

Smetlede is a village in the municipality of Lede in East Flanders, in the countryside between Brussels and Ghent. It is a quiet, mostly residential place rather than a tourist hub, so most visitors come to see family, to attend a local event or to stay in the surrounding area. Give your driver the full street address in advance, since village roads can be easy to confuse with similarly named ones nearby.

Meeting Point

Your driver waits at Java Coffee House inside Brussels Zaventem Airport, holding a personalised name sign. The spot is easy to find once you have collected your luggage and walked into the arrivals area.