Travelling From Brussels Airport (BRU) – Zaventem:

There are a numbers of ways to travel from Brussels Airport (BRU) – Zaventem to the Marriott Bonvoy Renaissance Brussels Hotel. We have highlighted a few below:

🚌 Public Transport Options

1. Train (NMBS/SNCB) via Bruxelles‑Luxembourg

  • Where to board: From the train station located at Level −1 of the airport terminal building

  • Train line: Usually IC or S19 services toward Brussels‑Luxembourg.

  • Frequency: Approximately every 30 to 60 minutes during the day

  • Journey time: ~23‑25 minutes from airport to Bruxelles‑Luxembourg station

  • Walk to hotel: Once off at Bruxelles‑Luxembourg, it’s roughly a 3‑minute walk (150 m) to the hotel via Rue du Parnasse

  • Approx cost: €8–10 (2nd class ticket)

2. Bus (STIB line 12) via Luxembourg stop

  • Where to board: Bus line 12 departs from platform C at the airport terminal

  • Frequency: Every ~20 minutes, daily service

  • Journey time: ~33–36 minutes to Luxembourg stop, which is near the hotel

  • Walk to hotel: About 2–4 minutes from Luxembourg / Luxembourg bus stop or Ixelles Luxembourg stop

  • Cost: ~€3 single fare

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🚗 Private Transport Options

3. Taxi

  • Where to find one: Licensed taxis are available immediately outside arrivals hall (Level 2) of the terminal

  • Travel time: ~12–14 minutes, depending on traffic (approximately 13 km)

  • Estimated cost: €35–45 — expect around €38 for a pre‑booked ride

  • Recommended provider: Look for taxis from Autolux, Taxi Bleus, etc.

4. Private Airport Transfer / Limousine (via Marriott)

  • Bookable through: Renaissance Brussels Hotel or Marriott Bonvoy Tours & Activities

  • Capacity and style: Up to 7 passengers in luxury van or car.

  • Cost: Approx €75 one‑way, or €90 for return trip booked in advance +2Marriott Activities+2Talixo+2.

  • Meeting point: Driver meets you at the arrivals area of BRU with your name on a sign.

  • Benefits: Comfort, luggage assistance, hotel loyalty points (Bonvoy) on private transfer services.

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Comparison at a glance

Option Journey Time Cost Estimate Convenience
Train ~23–25 min €8–10 Fast, frequent, minimal walking
Bus (line 12) ~33–36 min ~€3 Cheapest but slower
Taxi ~12–14 min €35–45 Direct, door‑to‑door
Private Transfer ~12–14 min ~€75–90 Premium, meet-and-greet, fixed price

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