Charleroi Airport Brussels South (CRL) to Oostakker

The drive from Charleroi to Oostakker

The route covers 113 km (71 miles) and typically takes 1 h 14 m. Most of it is on motorway, heading north-west across Belgium towards East Flanders. Traffic around Brussels and on the Ghent ring can slow things down at rush hour, so allow extra time if you have a fixed appointment or a connection to catch. This is a less frequently booked route, but it is available on request like any other.

Choosing the right vehicle

For solo travellers, couples and small families, a Private Taxi is the simple option, with versions for 1-3 or 1-4 passengers. Groups with more luggage or more people can book a Private Minibus with 8, 16, 24, 32, 40, 48, 56 or 64 seats. Pick the size by passenger count and bags, and choose the next size up if you are close to the limit.

Meeting point at Charleroi Airport

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

About Oostakker

Oostakker is a district of Ghent, in the province of East Flanders. It lies just north-east of the city centre and is best known for its Lourdes sanctuary, a pilgrimage site that draws visitors from the region. The area is mostly residential and green, with quick road links to Ghent and the surrounding motorways.

Where to stay near Oostakker

I cannot name hotels in Oostakker itself with confidence, so here are well-known ones in Ghent, the city it belongs to:

• Marriott Ghent Hotel, in the historic centre next to the Lys river
• NH Gent Belfort, close to the Belfry and the Grote Markt area
• Novotel Gent Centrum, a short walk from the Saint Peter's station area and the old town

Give your driver the exact hotel or street address when booking, so the drop-off goes smoothly.