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Mauritshuis
Premier art museum known for Dutch Golden Age masterpieces including Vermeer’s Girl with a Pearl Earring. Compact, elegant, and one of the city’s essential cultural stops.
Cheapest price
$7
Average price
$9
Fastest journey
35 m
Average duration
43 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
41 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Schiphol to The Hague is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Schiphol to The Hague will cost around $9 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $7.
Of the 5 buses that leave Schiphol for The Hague on Sun, Jun 21, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 21 the direct buses cover the 41 km distance in an average of 43 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 35 m .
On Sun, Jun 21 the slowest buses will take 55 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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FlixBusOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Schiphol to The Hague among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 39m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.0kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $5, and a train costs an average of $14.
Distance: 25 miles (41 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$8 Average price Cheapest | $15 Average price | $11 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 14m Average total duration 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 9m Average total duration Fastest 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 45m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions | 0.0 - 0.0kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular bus company | ![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Schiphol to The Hague:
A bus is $7 (€6) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Schiphol to The Hague costing on average $15 (€12).
Other travel options to The Hague take longer:
Bus takes on average 44m.
You'll arrive about 1m sooner (44m by bus vs 45m by car) and save roughly $3 (€3) compared to fuel and tolls ($8 (€6) vs $11 (€9)). You also skip the drive itself — no traffic stress, no parking, and you can use the time to work, nap, or catch up on a series with the onboard Wi-Fi.
Direct coaches are operated by FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.
Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:15AM | Arrival Time 10:55AM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:50PM | Arrival Time 05:45PM | Duration 0h55 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:55PM | Arrival Time 06:35PM | Duration 0h40 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:40PM | Arrival Time 11:15PM | Duration 0h35 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator BlaBlaCar Bus | Departure Time 11:28PM | Arrival Time 12:12AM | Duration 0h44 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $4 |
The table below shows live departures for Schiphol to The Hague buses for today, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 5:55 PM Schiphol, Airport Terminal 1 | 0h40 | 6:35 PM Den Haag, Centraal Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:40 PM Schiphol, Airport Terminal 1 | 0h35 | 11:15 PM Den Haag, Centraal Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
1608 | 11:28 PM Schiphol, Airport Terminal 1 | 0h44 | 12:12 AM Den Haag, Centraal Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, June 21 | |||||
FlixBus | 10:15 AM Schiphol, Airport Terminal 1 | 0h40 | 10:55 AM Den Haag, Centraal Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:50 PM Schiphol, Airport Terminal 1 | 0h55 | 5:45 PM Den Haag, Centraal Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Schiphol to The Hague run on average 5 times per day, taking around 44m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $5 (€4) if you book in advance.
There are 5 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 04:00, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 25 miles (41 km) distance in 35m.
Distance 25 miles (41 km) |
Average bus duration 44m |
Cheapest ticket price $5 (€4) |
Buses per day 5 |
Direct buses 5 |
Fastest bus 35m |
First bus 4:00 AM |
Last bus 11:45 PM |
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Low Season Jul - Sep |
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Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 7 days |
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Prices are high by European standards, especially for hotels and dining, but public transport and supermarkets help keep daily costs manageable.
Service is usually included. Rounding up or leaving 5-10% for good restaurant service is appreciated but not required. Round up taxi fares; little or no tip for cafes.
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Den Haag Centraal, The Hague -> Binnenhof, The Hague
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Schiphol to The Hague by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at The Hague, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Schiphol to The Hague buses use the Schiphol, Airport Terminal 1 to Den Haag, Centraal Station station pair, with some services arriving at The Hague, Den Haag Centraal. Use this guide to compare Schiphol and The Hague bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Den Haag, Centraal Station is 1 km from The Hague city centre. Public transport options include:
Den Haag, Centraal Station has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Starbucks (in the station), Burger King (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Den Haag, Centraal Station.
Available at Den Haag, Centraal Station: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Den Haag, Centraal Station: Elevators, ramps.
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