CRL → Brussels & Charleroi, Belgium Updated for 2026

Brussels South Charleroi Airport (CRL) Transfer & Transit Guide [2026]

Brussels South Charleroi Airport (CRL) is Belgium's primary low-cost gateway, welcoming 9.5 million passengers flying Ryanair and Wizz Air to Brussels, Wallonia, and northern France.

Distance 46 km (south)
Official Ride App Uber / Taxi
Currency EUR

All Direct Transfer Routes From Brussels South Charleroi Airport (CRL)

CRL 55 min

Brussels & Charleroi (CRL) → Brussels-Midi / Zuid Central Station

From: €16.60 - €19.90 (~$18.00 - $21.50)
Top Pick: Flibco Airport Express Shuttle Bus

Brussels South Charleroi Airport (CRL) is located 46 km south of Brussels. The most straightforward, comfortable, and popular transit link is the Flibco Airport Express Shuttle Bus, which departs every 20 to 30 minutes directly from outside Terminal 1, takes 55 minutes direct to Brussels-Midi (Gare du Midi), and costs €16.60 to €19.90 when booked online. An official taxi or private transfer takes 45 to 55 minutes and costs €90 - €120 (~$98 - $130 USD).

Terminals & Station Layout

Two adjacent terminals (T1 and T2). The dedicated Flibco shuttle bus station is located directly outside Terminal 1 with continuous high-frequency coaches to Brussels-Midi.

Taxi Rules & Scams to Avoid

Do not take unauthorized taxis quoting exorbitant rates to Brussels; Flibco coaches are comfortable, Wi-Fi equipped, and run every 20-30 minutes directly to Brussels.

Late-Night Arrivals (After Midnight)

Flibco buses operate until the last flight arrival (typically around 00:30); for arrivals during overnight hours, pre-booking a private transfer or taxi is recommended.

STRESS-FREE DOOR-TO-DOOR OPTION

Prefer a Driver Waiting at Brussels & Charleroi (CRL) Arrivals?

Traveling with heavy suitcases, young children, or landing after midnight? Pre-book a fixed-price private airport transfer or express rail pass on Klook with instant confirmation and no meter haggling.

ARRIVAL CONNECTIVITY & RIDE-HAILING TIP

Need Mobile Data at the Terminal for Uber / Taxi & Maps?

Airport Wi-Fi often drops outside the terminal curb where Uber / Taxi pickup zones are located. Install a local eSIM before your flight so you can order a ride, translate station signs, and show digital train QR tickets immediately after landing.