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The cheapest and fastest trains from Amsterdam to The Hague Centraal

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Sep 17

Cheapest price on Sep 17

€14

Average ticket price on Sep 17

€15

Fastest journey on Sep 17

49 m

Average journey duration on Sep 17

51 m

Trains on Sep 17

Distance

50 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Amsterdam to The Hague Centraal is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Amsterdam to The Hague Centraal will cost around €15 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €14.

Fast trains

On Thu, Sep 17, we found 18 trains from Amsterdam to The Hague Centraal, including 5 direct services.

On Thu, Sep 17 the direct trains cover the 50 km distance in an average of 51 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 49 m .

On Thu, Sep 17 the slowest trains will take 53 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.

SPR 4318
7:55 AM0h55
Amsterdam RAI
8:50 AMThe Hague Centraal
€141One-way
0 transfers
SPR 4376
10:24 PM0h59
Amsterdam RAI
11:23 PMThe Hague Centraal
€141One-way
0 transfers
SPR 4374
9:54 PM0h59
Amsterdam RAI
10:53 PMThe Hague Centraal
€141One-way
0 transfers
IC 2727 · IC 622
8:12 AM1h08
Amsterdam Amstel
9:20 AMThe Hague Centraal
€151One-way
1 transfer
IC 3920 · IC 2121
8:07 AM1h02
Amsterdam Amstel
9:09 AMThe Hague Centraal
€151One-way
1 transfer

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for Amsterdam to The Hague Centraal

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Amsterdam to The Hague Centraal among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €6 For those with little time, consider booking a bus, which has an average total journey time of 1h 19m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €6, while a train costs an average of €15.

Distance: 31 miles (50 km)

Compare train with

Most popular Train	Bus	Driving
€15 Average price	€6 Average price Cheapest	€11 Average price (fuel + tolls)
1h 21m Average total duration 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	1h 19m Average total duration Fastest 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	52m Average total duration (door-to-door)
Most popular train company	Most popular bus company	Your own car or car rental
Direct Options	Direct Options	Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from Amsterdam to The Hague Centraal is a bus with an average price of €6.

This is compared to other travel options from Amsterdam to The Hague Centraal:

A bus is €8 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Amsterdam to The Hague Centraal costing on average €15.

The fastest way to travel from Amsterdam to The Hague Centraal is by bus with an average journey time of 49m.

Other travel options to The Hague Centraal take longer:

Train takes on average 51m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Amsterdam and The Hague Centraal including taking a train and bus.

We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Amsterdam to The Hague Centraal among Omio's users.

Take the train. It's meaningfully faster than driving, and the time saved usually justifies the price.

You'll arrive about 1m sooner (51m by train vs 52m by car). Tickets start at around €15 compared to roughly €11 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.

Direct services run with Intercity, Intercity, NS Domestic, Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS).

Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.

Live departures

Amsterdam to The Hague Centraal train times

The table below shows live departures for Amsterdam to The Hague Centraal trains for tomorrow, Thursday, September 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at

Provider	Departs	Duration	Arrives	Transfers
SPR 8425 · IC 3518 · SPR 4316	7:26 AM Amsterdam Centraal	0h54	8:20 AM The Hague Centraal	2 transfers
IC 2219 · IC 3118	7:36 AM Amsterdam Centraal	0h53	8:29 AM The Hague Centraal	1 transfer
IC 2119	7:50 AM Amsterdam Centraal	0h49	8:39 AM The Hague Centraal	0 transfersDirect
SPR 4318	7:55 AM Amsterdam RAI	0h55	8:50 AM The Hague Centraal	0 transfersDirect
SPR 8427 · IC 3520 · SPR 4318	7:56 AM Amsterdam Centraal	0h54	8:50 AM The Hague Centraal	2 transfers
IC 3025 · IC 1722	8:02 AM Amsterdam Amstel	1h06	9:08 AM The Hague Centraal	1 transfer
IC 2321 · IC 3120	8:06 AM Amsterdam Centraal	0h53	8:59 AM The Hague Centraal	1 transfer
IC 3920 · IC 2121	8:07 AM Amsterdam Amstel	1h02	9:09 AM The Hague Centraal	1 transfer
IC 2727 · IC 622	8:12 AM Amsterdam Amstel	1h08	9:20 AM The Hague Centraal	1 transfer
IC 2121	8:20 AM Amsterdam Centraal	0h49	9:09 AM The Hague Centraal	0 transfersDirect
SPR 8429 · IC 3522 · SPR 4320	8:26 AM Amsterdam Centraal	0h54	9:20 AM The Hague Centraal	2 transfers
IC 3027 · IC 1724	8:32 AM Amsterdam Amstel	1h03	9:35 AM The Hague Centraal	1 transfer
SPR 4374	9:54 PM Amsterdam RAI	0h59	10:53 PM The Hague Centraal	0 transfersDirect
IC 2377 · IC 3176	10:06 PM Amsterdam Centraal	0h53	10:59 PM The Hague Centraal	1 transfer
IC 2983 · IC 678	10:09 PM Amsterdam Centraal	1h11	11:20 PM The Hague Centraal	1 transfer
IC 2983 · IC 678	10:17 PM Amsterdam Amstel	1h03	11:20 PM The Hague Centraal	1 transfer
SPR 4376	10:24 PM Amsterdam RAI	0h59	11:23 PM The Hague Centraal	0 transfersDirect
IC 2279 · IC 3178	10:36 PM Amsterdam Centraal	0h53	11:29 PM The Hague Centraal	1 transfer
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Why should you book Amsterdam to The Hague Centraal trains with Omio?

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Amsterdam to The Hague Centraal

Netherlands

Trains from Amsterdam to The Hague Centraal run on average 22 times per day, taking around 51m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €14 but you can travel from only €3 by bus.

There are 7 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:53, the last at 14:20. The fastest train covers the 31 miles (50 km) distance in 38m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Bus from €3

Distance

31 miles (50 km)

Average train duration

51m

Cheapest ticket price

€14

Trains per day

Direct trains

Fastest train

38m

First train

5:53 AM

Last train

2:20 PM

Cheapest Month

Mar

Cheapest Day

Mon

High Season

Apr - Jun

Low Season

Jan - Mar

Busiest Day

Sun

Least Busy Day

Mon

Best time to book

28 days

Price information

Cheapest alternative travel mode

Bus from €3

Train companies: NS Domestic, NS International | IC Brussel, Intercity from Amsterdam to The Hague Centraal trainsNS Domestic, NS International | IC Brussel, Intercity trains will get you between Amsterdam and The Hague Centraal from €3. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

NS International | IC Brussel

About

NS International, a subsidiary of the Dutch state-owned railway Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS), operates international intercity and high-speed connections to various European cities, including Brussels. The "IC Brussel" refers to their Intercity service connecting the Netherlands and Belgium. These trains offer a direct and comfortable way to travel between major cities like Amsterdam and Brussels. As of late 2024, NS International, in collaboration with the Belgian railway company SNCB, is introducing new Intercity New Generation (ICNG) trains on the Brussels-Amsterdam route. These new trains are faster, reaching speeds of up to 200 km/h, and offer amenities like onboard Wi-Fi and power sockets. They aim to significantly reduce travel times and increase the frequency of services between the two countries.

Luggage & cancellation policy

Average NS International | IC Brussel Duration

41m

Cheapest NS International | IC Brussel Price

€14

NS International | IC Brussel frequency

24 a day

Luggage included

2 pieces of hand luggage per person

Luggage storage

Overhead racks, under seats, and designated luggage areas at carriage ends

Cancellation Policy

According to ticket conditions

Refund

Full refund provided for canceled trains

Amenities on board the train

Wifi

Food sold onboard

Restaurant car available with hot and cold meals, drinks. First class receives at-seat service

Seat reservation

Seat reservation included in first class, optional for second class at additional cost

Toilets

USB plugs

Accessibility

Wheelchair spaces available, assistance for boarding/alighting available with advance notice

Pets

Small pets in carriers travel free. Large dogs require paid ticket. Guide dogs travel free

Quiet zone

Intercity

About

Intercity is a widely recognized brand for express train services that connect cities over longer distances, often with limited stops and comfortable carriages for long-distance travel. The term "Intercity" originated in the United Kingdom in 1966 with British Rail's electrification of the West Coast Main Line, becoming a brand for their main-line passenger routes. Today, Intercity services vary across Europe, with some countries like Switzerland offering modern, high-standard trains, while in others, they may be older compared to newer high-speed options. Many European countries use "InterCity" as an official brand name for regular, long-distance train services meeting specific speed and comfort criteria. For example, PKP Intercity is a major Polish rail operator connecting cities and tourist resorts within Poland and across Europe. Trenitalia's Intercity trains in Italy offer an affordable and widespread means of rail transport, connecting various cities and towns. These trains typically offer Standard and First Class services, with amenities like power sockets and sometimes catering.

Luggage & cancellation policy

Average Intercity Duration

41m

Cheapest Intercity Price

€14

Intercity frequency

3 a day

Luggage included

2 pieces of luggage up to 30kg total

Luggage storage

Overhead racks and designated luggage areas at end of carriages

Cancellation Policy

According to ticket conditions

Refund

Full refund provided

Amenities on board the train

Wifi

Food sold onboard

Restaurant car with hot meals and snacks, trolley service in some trains. But do not count on the presence of a buffet car. So if having access to food and drink on the train is important to you, it’s best to bring your own refreshments onboard.

Seat reservation

Seat reservation included in ticket price for most routes

Toilets

USB plugs

Accessibility

Wheelchair spaces and accessible toilets available

Pets

Small pets in carriers allowed free, larger dogs require paid ticket

Quiet zone

NS Domestic

Luggage & cancellation policy

Average NS Domestic Duration

38m

Cheapest NS Domestic Price

€14

NS Domestic frequency

14 a day

FAQs: Trains from Amsterdam to The Hague Centraal

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Amsterdam to The Hague Centraal by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at The Hague Centraal, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Train ticket prices from Amsterdam to The Hague Centraal can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at €14, while the average price is around €15.

The train from Amsterdam to The Hague Centraal takes 38m and runs 22 per day.

The first train from Amsterdam to The Hague Centraal leaves at 5:53 AM.

The distance by train from Amsterdam to The Hague Centraal is 31 miles (50 km).

The last train from Amsterdam to The Hague Centraal leaves at 2:20 PM.

There is no high speed train available from Amsterdam to The Hague Centraal.

Yes, there is a direct train from Amsterdam to The Hague Centraal. This service operates 7 times per day, provided by Intercity, Intercity, NS Domestic, Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS).

Unfortunately, there is no night train available from Amsterdam to The Hague Centraal.

The cheapest way to get from Amsterdam to The Hague Centraal is by bus, with a cost of around €3.

The train journey from Amsterdam to Den Haag Centraal offers a mix of urban and pastoral views, including glimpses of the Dutch countryside, traditional windmills, and small towns, making it moderately scenic.

Yes, a day trip from Amsterdam to Den Haag Centraal is feasible. The journey takes 38m and the distance is 31 miles (50 km). There are 908 train trips per day.

Yes, you can take the train from Amsterdam to The Hague Centraal.

Since both Amsterdam and The Hague Centraal are in the Schengen Area, a passport is not required for European Union (EU) or Schengen-associated country citizens. A national ID card is sufficient.

Popular day trips by train from The Hague Centraal include Rotterdam, Antwerp, Eindhoven, Delft, Utrecht.

We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Amsterdam to The Hague Centraal among Omio's users.

Items not allowed on trains typically include hazardous materials such as explosives, flammable liquids, corrosive substances, and illegal drugs. Additionally, large or bulky items that may obstruct aisles or emergency exits, as well as pets without proper carriers, may be restricted. Specific prohibited items can vary by train operator and region, so please check the rules for your particular journey.

The currency used in the Netherlands is the Euro (EUR). Travelers generally find it more convenient to use cards, as most places accept debit and credit cards, though having some cash on hand is useful for small purchases or in rural areas.

Pack lightweight, versatile clothing suitable for the destination's climate, and use secure, lockable luggage to protect belongings. Keep essential items like travel documents, medication, and valuables in a carry-on bag for easy access. Use packing organizers or cubes to maximize space and maintain order. Lastly, include a small first aid kit and personal hygiene items for added comfort during travel.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Amsterdam to The Hague Centraal

Most Amsterdam to The Hague Centraal trains use the Amsterdam Centraal to Den Haag Centraal station pair. Use this guide to compare Amsterdam and The Hague Centraal train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Amsterdam

Arrival train stations in The Hague

Amsterdam CentraalStationsplein, 1012 AB Amsterdam, Netherlands Wifi

City-centre transport

Getting to Amsterdam Centraal from Amsterdam city centre

BusN87, N85, N88 · 6m · €1 · every ~2 min

Tram17, 2, 24 · 4m · €1 · every ~48 min

Subway52 · 1m · €1 · every ~28 min

Amsterdam Centraal train station facilities and services

Amsterdam Centraal has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.

Food and drink

Food options include: De Broodzaak, Kyoto Sushi & Grill, Starbucks, The Doner Company, Wagamama, Wurst & Schnitzelhaus, Smullers, Burger King, Grand Café First Class, Burgerij, & many more

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free WiFi in all station areas. ATMs are available at Amsterdam Centraal.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Amsterdam Centraal. Information desks are located in a small white building in front of the station's main entrance and at various points in the main passenger hall.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is located on the ground floor near the front entrance in the eastern walkway, near the stairs to platform 2. Open daily from 07:00 to 01:00. .

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Amsterdam Centraal: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Amsterdam Centraal: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Amsterdam Centraal: The station is fully accessible, including lifts to the platforms.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include NH Collection Amsterdam Barbizon Palace, Park Plaza Victoria Amsterdam, Art’otel Amsterdam.

More about Amsterdam Centraal

Amsterdam ZuidParnassusweg 819, 1082 LZ Amsterdam, Netherlands+31 20 624 1111 Wifi

City-centre transport

Getting to Amsterdam Zuid from Amsterdam city centre

Amsterdam Zuid is 4 km from Amsterdam city centre. Public transport options include:

Tram5 · 18m · €2 · every ~12 min

Subway52 · 8m · €2 · every ~28 min

Amsterdam Zuid train station facilities and services

Amsterdam Zuid has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.