Charleroi Airport Brussels South (CRL) to De Pinte

The drive from Charleroi to De Pinte

The route covers 109 km (68 miles) and usually takes around 1 h 12 m. It is an occasionally booked route, so your driver will be assigned specifically for your arrival. Most of the journey is on motorway, heading north past Brussels towards Ghent, and De Pinte lies just beyond the city. Allow extra time during weekday rush hours, when the Brussels ring and the approach to Ghent can slow down considerably, and in bad weather.

Meeting Point

Your driver waits at the Starbucks inside Brussels South Charleroi Airport, holding a personalised name sign. The spot is easy to find once you have collected your luggage, so you can walk straight there after baggage reclaim.

Choosing the right vehicle

For couples, families or small groups, a private taxi seats 1-3 or 1-4 passengers. Groups of up to 8 travel in an 8-seat minibus, with more luggage space than a standard car. For bigger parties such as school trips, wedding guests or company events, minibuses are available with 16, 24, 32, 40, 48, 56 or 64 seats. Tell us your passenger count and amount of luggage when booking so we can match the vehicle properly.

De Pinte as a destination

De Pinte is a municipality in East Flanders, a short distance from Ghent. It is mainly residential and green, with a quiet, village-like character rather than a tourist-oriented one. Many visitors come for business, family visits or to use it as a calmer base close to Ghent.

Places to stay near De Pinte

De Pinte itself has little in the way of well-known hotels, so most visitors stay in nearby Ghent, which is only a short drive away. Established options there include:

• Ghent Marriott Hotel, beside the historic Korenlei quay
• Hotel Gravensteen, a converted mansion close to the old centre
• Novotel Gent Centrum, a practical choice near the centre

Give your driver the full address of your accommodation, so the drop-off goes smoothly.