Charleroi Airport Brussels South (CRL) to Ottignies

The Drive from Charleroi Airport to Ottignies

Ottignies lies 32 km (20 miles) from Brussels South Charleroi Airport, and the trip by road typically takes around 35 minutes. The route runs north through Walloon Brabant, so you reach the town without crossing central Brussels. Allow extra time during weekday rush hours and in bad weather, as traffic on the regional roads can slow the journey. Your driver monitors conditions and picks the most sensible route on the day.

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. Simply head there and look for your name.

Choosing the Right Vehicle

For individual travellers, couples and small families, a private taxi is the natural choice. It is available for 1-3 or 1-4 passengers, so pick the version that leaves room for your luggage. Groups travelling with colleagues, club members or extended family can book a private minibus. The fleet starts at 8 seats and goes up in steps to 16, 24, 32, 40, 48, 56 and 64 seats. This suits conference delegations, student groups and event parties heading for the Ottignies area. When booking, choose the vehicle by passenger count and bear in mind any bulky luggage such as sports equipment or musical instruments.

About Ottignies as a Destination

• Ottignies is part of the municipality of Ottignies-Louvain-la-Neuve in the province of Walloon Brabant.
• It is known as a railway junction and a convenient base between Brussels and Namur.
• Neighbouring Louvain-la-Neuve is a planned university town, home to the French-speaking UCLouvain, which explains the many student and academic visitors.

If you are travelling to the university, a business address or a private home, give your driver the exact street address when booking. This lets the transfer end right at your door instead of at the station.