BRU Airport Transfer | Brussels Airport (Zaventem)

Brussels Airport (IATA: BRU), officially Brussels International Airport in Zaventem, is Belgium's primary hub, handling over 25 million passengers annually. It is 14 kilometres northeast of Brussels city centre with a direct rail link (17–22 min to Midi/Centrale/Nord). International arrivals are on Level 0 of the single passenger terminal. A LocalsRide driver waits for you when you land, useful for destinations outside the rail network (Bruges, Ghent) or when the train is impractical with luggage and group travel.

BRU Transfer Times

Brussels city centre (Grand Place): 14 km, 25–40 min. EU Quarter: 15 km, 25–40 min. Bruges: 90 km, 75–90 min. Ghent: 55 km, 45–60 min. Antwerp: 45 km, 35–50 min. Leuven: 20 km, 20–30 min. Liège: 110 km, 80–95 min.

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Frequently asked questions

Is it better to take the train or a private car from Brussels Airport?

The airport train (€13, 17–22 min to Midi) is fastest for a solo traveller near Brussels rail stations. For Bruges, Ghent, or Antwerp — or for groups of 2–4 with luggage — a private car is faster door-to-door and competitive when train plus connection taxi are factored in.

Where does my driver meet me at Brussels Airport?