Turnhout is the capital of the Kempen district in the Antwerp province, known across Europe as the historic centre of playing card production. The Nationaal Museum van de Speelkaart (National Playing Card Museum) traces this unique industrial heritage, and the city's restored Baroque basilica and beguinage draw growing numbers of visitors.
Its location -- 30 km from Antwerp Airport and 65 km from Brussels -- makes it a practical base for groups touring the northern Antwerp province. The surrounding De Liereman and Kalmthoutse Heide nature reserves attract walking and cycling tour groups, while the Kempen~Broek cross-border wetland park draws eco-tourism groups from across Flanders and the Netherlands.
Antwerp Day Trips
Antwerp city centre is under 40 minutes by coach from Turnhout, giving groups easy access to the Royal Museum of Fine Arts, the Cathedral of Our Lady, and the fashion quarter. Coaches can park at the designated Noorderplaats coach bay. The E34 motorway connects the two cities directly.
Nature and Heritage Routes
Groups interested in Flemish Baroque architecture visit Sint-Pieterskerk and the surviving almshouses in the historic centre. For outdoor groups, the Turnhoutse vennen lakes and Kalmthout Heath are within 30 minutes. The Bokrijk open-air museum near Genk is around 45 minutes east.
What Bus Hire Costs in Turnhout
As a rough guide, a minibus (up to 19 seats) in Turnhout runs around 380 - 740 EUR per day, a midi-coach (around 35 seats) around 520 - 1,020 EUR per day, and a full-size coach (49 to 55 seats) around 650 - 1,240 EUR per day. Premium rates apply for peak autumn foliage and Antwerp fashion weekend dates. The final figure depends on your route, the date, and how long you need the vehicle. We confirm a fixed price with no hidden charges -- send your details for a free quote.
Services Available in Turnhout
Minibus Hire
8 to 24-seat minibuses for airport runs and smaller group tours around Turnhout.
Minibus hire details →Airport Transfers
Group transfers from Antwerp International Airport (ANR, 30 km south) and Brussels Airport (BRU, 65 km south-west).
Airport transfer details →Wedding Transport
Wedding coach hire for chateaux, estates, and historical venues near Turnhout.
Wedding transport details →Corporate Travel
Delegate shuttles and executive coach hire for Turnhout conferences and events.
Corporate travel details →Event Transport
Concert, festival, sports, and special event coach hire in Turnhout.
Event transport details →Quick Facts
- Antwerp province, Flanders, Belgium (Dutch-speaking region)
- Nearest airport: Antwerp (ANR, 30 km); Brussels (BRU, 65 km)
- E34 motorway: Antwerp 38 km south-west; Dutch border 20 km north
- Right-hand traffic; coaches travel on the right
- Antwerp: 40 min; Brussels: 65 min; Ghent: 75 min
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