Charleroi Airport Brussels South (CRL) to Fleurus

The drive from CRL to Fleurus

Fleurus lies just 10 km (6 miles) from Brussels South Charleroi Airport, and the trip usually takes around 11 minutes. It is a short hop, so you can be at your address soon after leaving the terminal. Allow a little extra time during the morning and evening rush hours, or in bad weather, when traffic around Charleroi can slow down. This route is booked only occasionally, and each transfer is arranged privately for your party.

Choosing the right vehicle

Couples, solo travellers and small families can take a private taxi, with options for 1-3 or 1-4 passengers. If you have a lot of luggage or are travelling with four people, the 1-4 option gives you more breathing room. For groups, minibuses are available with 8, 16, 24, 32, 40, 48, 56 or 64 seats. This suits school trips, sports teams, wedding parties and company visits. Pick the seat count that matches your headcount and baggage.

About Fleurus

Fleurus is a town in the Walloon province of Hainaut, close to Charleroi. It is best known for the Battle of Fleurus in 1794, a notable episode of the French Revolutionary Wars. Today it is a quiet, largely residential and commercial area with a traditional town centre. It is a convenient base for reaching Charleroi and the surrounding region.

Where to stay near Fleurus

I cannot confidently name long-established hotels in Fleurus itself, so here are two well-known options in nearby Charleroi, which is only a short drive away:

• Mercure Charleroi Centre Grand Place, in the city centre
• ibis Charleroi Centre Gare, close to Charleroi-Sud railway station

Both are practical choices if you want a hotel before or after your stay in Fleurus.

Meeting Point

Your driver waits at Starbucks inside the airport, holding a personalised name sign. The spot is easy to find after you collect your luggage, so you can meet your driver without any searching.