WHAT IS THE CLOSEST AIRPORT TO BEEKSE BERGEN?

If you’re planning a visit to Beekse Bergen (Safaripark, Light Safari, or the Safari Resort), one of the first travel questions is usually: what is the closest airport to Beekse Bergen? Good news: Beekse Bergen is easy to reach from several major airports in the Netherlands—by car, train, and bus.

Below is a clear overview of the best airports, plus simple step-by-step tips to get there.

The closest airport to Beekse Bergen

The closest airport to Safaripark Beekse Bergen (Hilvarenbeek, near Tilburg) is Eindhoven Airport (EIN).

Airport distances to Beekse Bergen (by car):

• Eindhoven Airport (EIN) – approx. 20–25 minutes

• Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) – approx. 1 hour 25–30 minutes

• Rotterdam The Hague Airport (RTM) – approx. 1 hour 15 minutes

While Eindhoven is the closest, Schiphol can be the easiest option for international travellers thanks to its huge number of flight connections and the train station inside the airport.

How to get to Beekse Bergen by plane

Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS)

Best for: international flights
By public transport (easy route):

1. Take the train to Tilburg Central Station

2. From Tilburg, take bus 142 (direction Best) or bus 143 (direction Reusel) via Hilvarenbeek

3. Get off at “Hilvarenbeek, Safaripark”

Eindhoven Airport (EIN)

Best for: closest airport / quick transfers
Note: there’s no train station at the airport itself.

By public transport:

1. Take a bus from the airport to Eindhoven Central Station

2. Take the train to Tilburg Central Station

3. Continue with bus 142 or 143 to the Safaripark stop

Rotterdam The Hague Airport (RTM)

Best for: certain European routes
Note: no direct train station at the airport.

By public transport:

1. Take a bus to Rotterdam Central Station

2. Travel by train to Tilburg Central Station

3. Continue with bus 142 or 143 to “Hilvarenbeek, Safaripark”

How to get to Beekse Bergen by car

Driving is straightforward, and Beekse Bergen is well-signposted once you’re near Tilburg/Hilvarenbeek.

Parking

• Parking token: €9.50

• Be aware: Beekse Bergen uses a parking/exit token system—even if you only do the car safari (or arrive another way), you still need one to exit.

• EV charging: there are 2 charging stations at the Safaripark entrance.

How to get to Beekse Bergen by train & public transport

The most convenient train station is:

• Tilburg Central Station

From Tilburg Central, take:

• Bus 142 (direction Best) via Hilvarenbeek or

• Bus 143 (direction Reusel) via Hilvarenbeek
  Get off at “Hilvarenbeek, Safaripark.”

For the most up-to-date departure times, use the Dutch public transport planner (9292) or the NS journey planner.

Final answer: what is the closest airport to Beekse Bergen?

✔ Eindhoven Airport (EIN) is the closest airport (around 20–25 minutes by car).
✔ Amsterdam Schiphol (AMS) is often the most convenient for international travel.
✔ From Tilburg Central Station, buses 142 and 143 take you straight to the Safaripark stop.