Brussels Zaventem Airport (BRU) to Wuppertal

The drive from Brussels Airport to Wuppertal

The transfer covers 247 km (154 miles) and typically takes 2 h 42 m. The road leads east across Belgium, crosses the German border near Aachen and continues into North Rhine-Westphalia. Wuppertal is not one of our most frequently booked destinations, but it is available on request like every other route. Allow extra time if you travel during weekday rush hours, since the Cologne and Ruhr areas can be busy, and keep a buffer around the border region in case of roadworks.

Choosing the right vehicle

The vehicle should match your group and your luggage. A Private Taxi suits one to four passengers. For larger parties there are minibuses with 8, 16, 24, 32, 40 or 48 seats, so a family, a business delegation, a sports team or a full tour group can all travel together in a single vehicle. On a journey of almost three hours, having enough room for bags and legs makes a real difference, so pick the next size up if you are close to the limit.

Wuppertal as a destination

Wuppertal lies in the hilly Wupper valley in western Germany. It is best known for the Schwebebahn, the suspended monorail that has run above the river since 1901. The city is also associated with the choreographer Pina Bausch and her dance theatre, and it has a well-known zoo. The city grew out of the former towns of Elberfeld and Barmen, which is why it stretches in a long band along the valley. Because of this, it helps to know which district your address is in before you travel.

Where to stay in Wuppertal

Among the established hotels in the city are the Mercure Hotel Wuppertal City and the Hotel Excelsior, both in the central area near the main railway station. Both are practical bases for business visits and for sightseeing along the Schwebebahn line. Please confirm the exact address with your hotel before booking, so the driver can take you directly to the entrance.

Meeting point at Brussels Airport

Your driver waits at Java Coffee House with a personalised name sign. The spot is easy to find after you have collected your luggage.