Charleroi Airport Brussels South (CRL) to Tienen

The Drive from Charleroi Airport to Tienen

The route covers 76 km (47 miles) and typically takes 1 h 5 m. You travel from the Charleroi area across Wallonia into Flemish Brabant, so the road changes from the south to the east of the Brussels region. This is a less frequently booked route, but it is available on request like any other. Allow extra time during the morning and evening rush hours, when the ring roads around Brussels and the approaches to Leuven and Tienen slow down. In heavy rain or winter conditions it is also sensible to add a buffer.

Choosing the Right Vehicle

The vehicle depends on how many people and how much luggage you bring:

• Private Taxi for 1-3 or 1-4 passengers, a good fit for solo travellers, couples and families.
• Private Minibus 8 Seats for groups of up to 8 with extra suitcases.
• Private Minibus 16 to 64 Seats (16, 24, 32, 40, 48, 56 and 64 seats) for school trips, sports teams, wedding parties and company groups.

If you are unsure which option suits you, pick the size above your group count so everyone has room for luggage.

Tienen as a Destination

Tienen is a town in Flemish Brabant, in the Hageland area east of Leuven. It is known for its large Grote Markt, the Gothic Sint-Germanuskerk and its long connection with the sugar industry. It is a quiet, practical base for visiting family, business appointments in the region, or trips to nearby Leuven.

Places to Stay Near Tienen

We cannot name long-established hotels in Tienen itself with enough confidence, so here are well-known options in nearby Leuven, the closest larger town:

• Martin's Klooster Hotel, set in a historic former convent building in the city centre.
• Leuven Marriott Hotel, a larger international hotel close to the centre.

Tell us the exact hotel or address when booking, and the driver will take you directly to the door.

Meeting Point

Your driver waits at Starbucks in the terminal with a personalised name sign. The location is easy to find after you have collected your luggage. Head there once you have your bags and look for your name.