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Public Transport in Brussels

Metro/Trams/Bus 🚇

Anonymous MOBIB Card

n Brussels, the anonymous MOBIB card is a reusable contactless smart card for metro, trams, and buses operated by STIB/MIVB. It costs €5 and can be loaded with 10 tickets (18.90€). One card can be used by several travelers by validating it several times at once. This card can be bought at STIB/MIVB vending machines. Travelers can also use, directly in the vehicle, a contactless bank card or smartphone for single journeys (€2.30) with a daily cap of €8.40. For more details, visit the STIB-MIVB website.

FLOYA App

You can install the all the App for all public transportation within Brussels, all public means included (trains, metros, trams, buses…) and check your travel in real time.

📌 Download & Info: Floya App

Brussels Card

Tourists can also opt for the Brussels Card, which includes unlimited transport and museum access—more info at Brussels Card.

Get to Green Fabric Fab Lab

By Bus 🚍

Directions to Green Fabric Fab Lab from the Gare Du Midi By Bus.

  1. Walk to Gare du Midi Bus Station.
  2. Take Bus 50 (Direction: Lot Station or Gilson).
  3. Get off at the Bempt stop, the closest to Green Fabric.
  4. Walk around 600m until you reach the Fab Lab.
  • Estimated Travel Time: 20-25 minutes

For a more detailed route it is recommended to check either Google Maps or STIB-MIVB website.

By Tram 82 🚋

From Gare du Midi to Green Fabric (via Forest Centre)

  1. Walk to Gare du Midi Tram Station (located just outside the train station).
  2. Take Tram 82 (Direction: Drogenbos).
  3. Get off at Forest Centre.
  4. From Forest Centre, you can: - Walk to the nearest bus stop and take Bus 63 (Direction: Lot Station or Gilson) to Green Fabric and stop at Bempt + 600m walking or - Walk directly to Green Fabric (15min walking)
  • Estimated Travel Time: 20-25 minutes

This tram route via Tram 82 is a simple and convenient way to get to Green Fabric with a stop at Forest Centre. You can check Google Maps or the STIB-MIVB website for up-to-date schedules.

Train 🚉

From Gare du Midi or Central Station. Take the S1 train direction Nivelles/Nijvel. - If the second stop is Uccle Stalle/Ukkel Stalle (once per hour), get off there and walk 6 minutes. - If there’s no Uccle Stalle/Ukkel Stalle (twice per hour), get off at Forest Est/Vorst Oost and walk 13 minutes.

Uber 🚕

Alternatively, in Brussels, Uber offers a convenient ride-sharing service, allowing users to request rides via the Uber app, up to 30 days in advance, making it suitable for airport transfers or planned outings.

Bike Sharing 🚲

In Brussels, several bike-sharing services offer convenient options for navigating the city:

  • Villo!

With nearly 5,000 bikes and 360 docking stations, Villo! provides both standard and electric bikes. The official app allows users to locate stations, check bike availability, and unlock bikes directly. Download the app for Android or iOS.

  • Billy Bike

Offering shared electric bikes without the need for docking stations, Billy Bike lets users pick up and drop off bikes anywhere within the service area. Your smartphone serves as the key. Learn more and download the app on their website.

  • Blue-bike

Available at major Belgian railway stations, including Brussels’ main stations, Blue-bike is ideal for combining train and bike travel. They’ve introduced a new app featuring digital locks for added convenience. Download it for Android or iOS.

  • Lime

Known for its electric scooters, Lime also offers electric bikes in Brussels. The app allows users to locate and unlock nearby e-bikes. Download it for Android or iOS.

Airports ✈️

Brussels Airport (Zaventem)

  • Code: BRU
  • Location: 12 km northeast of Brussels city center.
  • Website: Brussels Airport
  • Transportation:
  • Train: Direct trains to Brussels Central, South (Midi), and North stations.
  • Bus: Several lines, including the Airport Line (STIB/MIVB Bus 12/21) to the city center.
  • Taxi: Available outside the arrivals hall, approx. €45 to the city center.
  • Car Rentals: Major providers available at the airport.

Brussels South Charleroi Airport

  • Code: CRL
  • Location: 55 km south of Brussels, near Charleroi.
  • Website: Charleroi Airport

Shuttle Charleroi → Brussels

Direct link

  • Transportation:
  • Shuttle Bus: Direct buses to Brussels South (Midi) station.
  • Taxi: Approx. €90–€100 to Brussels.
  • Car Rentals: Multiple providers on-site.

Antwerp Airport (Alternative Nearby)

  • Code: ANR
  • Location: About 45 km north of Brussels.
  • Website: Antwerp Airport
  • Transportation: Train or car to Brussels is convenient.