Brussels Zaventem Airport (BRU) to Tongeren

The drive from Brussels Airport to Tongeren

The route covers 85 km (53 miles) and typically takes about 57 minutes. You head east from Zaventem towards Limburg province, so you travel away from the capital's main traffic flow. Even so, allow extra time on weekday mornings and late afternoons, when the roads around Brussels and Leuven are busiest. Bad weather can also add minutes. This is a less frequently booked route, but it is available on request like any other.

Choosing the right vehicle

Couples, solo travellers and small families usually fit in a Private Taxi, available for 1-3 or 1-4 passengers. If you travel with several suitcases, pick the larger option. For bigger parties there is a Private Minibus with 8 seats, and groups can scale up to 16, 24, 32, 40 or 48 seats. Minibuses suit family gatherings, wedding guests, sports teams, school trips and business delegations who want to arrive together and not split across several cars.

Tongeren as a destination

Tongeren is a small city in Belgian Limburg and is often described as one of the oldest towns in the country, with Roman origins. Its history shows in the old town wall remains, the Basilica of Our Lady and the statue of Ambiorix on the Grote Markt. The Gallo-Roman Museum is a popular stop for visitors. The town is also known for its large Sunday antiques market. It is a quiet, walkable place, and the Dutch city of Maastricht lies only a short distance away.

Meeting Point

Your driver waits at Java Coffee House in Brussels Zaventem Airport, holding a personalised name sign. The spot is easy to find once you have collected your luggage. Head there directly and look for your name.