Charleroi Airport Brussels South (CRL) to Affligem

The drive from Charleroi to Affligem

The transfer covers 74 km (46 miles) and typically takes about 51 minutes. The route leads north from Charleroi Airport towards the Brussels region and on into Flemish Brabant, where Affligem lies. This is an occasionally booked route, so a private car is often the most direct way to reach the municipality without planning several connections with luggage.

Meeting Point

Your driver waits at Starbucks holding a personalised name sign. The spot is easy to find after you have collected your luggage.

Choosing the right vehicle

The vehicle depends on how many people are travelling and how much luggage you bring:

• Private Taxi for 1-3 or 1-4 passengers, suited to solo travellers, couples and small families.
• Private Minibus 8 Seats for groups of up to 8 passengers with extra suitcases.
• Private Minibus 16, 24 and 32 Seats for clubs, wedding parties and business groups.
• Private Minibus 40, 48, 56 and 64 Seats for large events, tour groups and company outings.

If you are unsure which option fits, choose by passenger count first and then consider bulky luggage such as sports equipment or prams.

Affligem as a destination

Affligem is a municipality in Flemish Brabant, located between Brussels and Aalst in a gently rolling, green landscape. It is best known for its Benedictine abbey and the Affligem beers that carry the abbey's name. Visitors usually come for the quiet countryside, walks and cycling, a visit to the abbey, or to see family and business contacts in the area. Because the area is spread out and rural, having a driver take you directly to your address is convenient.

Allowing extra time

The 51-minute estimate applies to normal driving conditions. The last part of the journey passes through the busy Brussels region, so weekday rush hours, roadworks or bad weather can lengthen the trip. If you have a fixed appointment, an early flight back from Charleroi, or a train to catch, add a comfortable buffer to your plan. For the return journey to the airport, leave earlier than you think necessary rather than risk a tight arrival.