Brussels Zaventem Airport (BRU) to Villeneuve d’Ascq

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, so you can meet up without any searching.

The Drive to Villeneuve d’Ascq

The route covers 127 km (79 miles) and usually takes around 1 h 23 m. You leave Belgium and cross the border into northern France, so the journey is a straightforward run by road with no transfers or station changes. Allow some extra time during weekday rush hours, as traffic around Brussels and on the approach to the Lille area can slow things down. Bad weather and events can also add minutes. This is an occasionally booked route, and every transfer is a private, door-to-door service.

Choosing the Right Vehicle

The vehicle depends on your group size and luggage:

• Private Taxi (1-3 or 1-4 passengers): suits solo travellers, couples, small families and business trips.
• Private Minibus 8 Seats: a good fit for larger families or friends travelling with extra bags.
• Private Minibus 16, 24 and 32 Seats: work well for teams, school groups and delegations.
• Private Minibus 40 and 48 Seats: built for large groups, such as conference parties or supporters travelling together.

If you are close to the limit of a vehicle with your luggage, choose the next size up for more comfort.

About Villeneuve d’Ascq

Villeneuve d’Ascq is a modern town east of Lille, part of the wider Lille metropolitan area. It is known for the Stade Pierre-Mauroy, the LaM museum of modern and contemporary art, and a large university campus, so many visitors arrive for matches, exhibitions, study or business. Its position close to Lille makes it easy to combine with a trip into the city centre.

Places to Stay Nearby

If you are looking for a well-known hotel, the nearest big city, Lille, offers the most choice. Two long-established names there are the Hôtel Barrière Lille and the Hôtel Carlton. Both are in central Lille, a short drive from Villeneuve d’Ascq. Tell your driver the exact address of your accommodation when you book so the drop-off goes smoothly.