Charleroi Airport Brussels South (CRL) to Esen

The drive from Charleroi to Esen

The transfer covers 165 km (103 miles) and typically takes 1 h 51 m. It leads from the Walloon side of Belgium to the far west of Flanders, so this is a proper cross-country ride rather than a short hop. Busy weekday periods, roadworks or poor weather can lengthen a trip of this distance, so it is sensible to build some buffer into your plans, especially if you have a fixed appointment or check-in time at the other end. Esen is a less frequently booked destination, but the transfer is available on request just like any other route, and booking ahead lets us arrange everything properly.

Meeting Point

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

Choosing the right vehicle

For individual travellers, couples and small families, a private taxi is available for either 1-3 or 1-4 passengers. If you travel with a group, private minibuses start at 8 seats and continue in steps of eight (16, 24, 32, 40, 48, 56) up to 64 seats. Pick the category by the number of people in your party, and if you carry a lot of luggage, such as sports equipment or several large suitcases, consider going one size up so everyone rides comfortably over the nearly two-hour journey.

About Esen

Esen is a small village in the municipality of Diksmuide in West Flanders. The surroundings are flat, open polder countryside typical of this corner of Belgium, close to the Yser river and the wider Flanders Fields region. Expect a quiet, rural setting rather than a busy town centre, so it helps to have the exact address of your destination ready when you book. That way your driver can take you right to the door.