Brussels Zaventem Airport (BRU) to Venlo

The Drive from Brussels Airport to Venlo

The transfer covers 167 km (104 miles) and typically takes 1 h 51 m. The route leads out of the Brussels area, across Belgium and over the border into the Dutch province of Limburg. Since this is a cross-border trip, the driving time is a guide rather than a guarantee. Morning and late-afternoon traffic around Brussels and on the main motorways can add time, so allow a margin if you have a connection, an appointment or a check-in slot in Venlo.

Choosing the Right Vehicle

Smaller groups are well served by a private taxi, with options for 1-3 or 1-4 passengers. A party of four with suitcases will be more comfortable in the 1-4 passenger car, while three travellers with light luggage can use the 1-3 option.

Larger parties can book a private minibus. Choices run from 8 seats up through 16, 24, 32 and 40 seats to a 48-seat vehicle, so a family reunion, a company delegation or a tour group can travel together in one vehicle. Venlo is a less frequently booked route, so these transfers are arranged on request. Booking early is sensible, especially for larger vehicles.

Venlo as a Destination

Venlo lies on the River Maas in Limburg, close to the German border. It is a regional centre for trade and logistics, and it is also known for its lively Carnival season and for hosting the Floriade horticultural expo in 2012. The old town has a pleasant mix of shops, cafés and riverside walks, which makes it a practical base for business visits as well as for exploring the surrounding region on both sides of the border.

Meeting Point

Your driver waits at Java Coffee House in Brussels Zaventem Airport (BRU) with a personalised name sign. The spot is easy to find after you have collected your luggage, so you can go straight there and meet your driver without delay.