Charleroi Airport Brussels South (CRL) to Berchem-Sainte-Agathe

The Drive from Charleroi to Berchem-Sainte-Agathe

The transfer covers 61 km (38 miles) and normally takes around 43 minutes. The route leads north from Charleroi towards the Brussels region, so most of the journey is on motorway before you reach the city streets. Traffic around Brussels can slow things down on weekday mornings and late afternoons, so it is sensible to allow some extra time if you have a tight connection, a meeting or a check-in deadline. This is an occasionally booked route, and your driver will already know the best way in for the time of day.

Meeting Point

Your driver waits at Starbucks holding a personalised name sign. The spot is easy to find once you have collected your luggage, so you can go straight there without searching the terminal.

Choosing the Right Vehicle

The vehicle you pick depends on how many people and how many bags are travelling with you.

• Private Taxi (1-3 passengers) suits solo travellers, couples and small families.
• Private Taxi (1-4 passengers) gives one more seat for a group of four with moderate luggage.
• Private Minibus 8 Seats (1-8 passengers) is the choice when there are many suitcases or a bigger party.
• Minibuses from 16 up to 64 seats are available for groups, events, school trips and tour parties.

If you are unsure, choose the next size up. Extra room for luggage makes the ride more comfortable.

About Berchem-Sainte-Agathe

Berchem-Sainte-Agathe, called Sint-Agatha-Berchem in Dutch, is one of the nineteen municipalities of the Brussels-Capital Region. It lies in the north-west of the capital and is mostly a quiet residential area, with a more local feel than the busy city centre. The area is bilingual, so you will see both French and Dutch on street signs. It is a practical base for visitors who want a calmer setting and still want to stay within the Brussels region.

Timing Your Arrival or Departure

Give your driver the full street address and number for the drop-off. Many residential streets in the area are narrow, and a precise address avoids detours. When travelling back to the airport, plan your pickup with a comfortable buffer for check-in, security and any Brussels traffic. About 43 minutes is the usual driving time, but a little spare time is better than a rushed final stretch.