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Mauritshuis
World-class museum famous for Vermeer’s Girl with a Pearl Earring and masterpieces from the Dutch Golden Age.
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Best to The Hague among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $31 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 53m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $31, while a train costs an average of $32.
Distance: 60 miles (98 km)
| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$32 Average price | $31 Average price Cheapest | $28 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 53m Average total duration Fastest 1h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 31m Average total duration 4h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 39m 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 |
This is compared to other travel options from Best to The Hague:
A bus is $0.58 (€0.47) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Best to The Hague costing on average $32 (€26).
Other travel options to The Hague take longer:
Bus takes on average 4h 1m.
You'll arrive about 16m sooner (1h 23m by train vs 1h 39m by car). Tickets start at around $32 (€26) compared to roughly $28 (€23) 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.
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.
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Trains from Best to The Hague run on average 12 times per day, taking around 1h 23m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $31 (€26) but you can travel from only $14 (€11) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:56, the last at 23:24. The fastest train covers the 60 miles (98 km) distance in 1h 15m.
Distance 60 miles (98 km) |
Average train duration 1h 23m |
Cheapest ticket price $31 (€26) |
Trains per day 12 |
Fastest train 1h 15m |
First train 4:56 AM |
Last train 11:24 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
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World-class museum famous for Vermeer’s Girl with a Pearl Earring and masterpieces from the Dutch Golden Age.
Major art museum with Mondrian’s Victory Boogie Woogie, decorative arts, and strong modern and Dutch collections.
Gallery devoted to M.C. Escher, set in a former royal palace. Optical illusions and impossible worlds fascinate all ages.
The city’s coastal district with beach, pier, promenade, and attractions. A classic stop for sea views and lively energy.
Historic square beside the Binnenhof, lined with government buildings and terraces. Ideal for architecture and people-watching.
Elegant avenue and shopping street known for royal buildings, galleries, and polished city-center atmosphere.
Raw herring, often served with onion and pickles. A classic Dutch street food tied to the nearby North Sea fishing tradition.
Tiny pancakes served with butter and powdered sugar. A beloved Dutch treat found at fairs, markets, and traditional pancake houses.
Deep-fried minced meat ragout snack with a crisp coating. A classic Dutch bar and snack counter favorite, often eaten with mustard.
Historic fine dining restaurant near Lange Voorhout, known for elegant Dutch-French cuisine and a refined classic atmosphere.
Well-known Indonesian restaurant in a former city palace, popular for rijsttafel and grand historic surroundings.
Classic seafood spot at Scheveningen harbor, valued for fresh fish, Dutch seafood staples, and a casual coastal setting.
Moderate for Western Europe: hotels are often pricier than food, dining is manageable, and local transit is efficient but not cheap for visitors.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for great restaurant service. Taxis are often rounded up. In cafes, small change is optional.
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The Hague Centraal -> Plein, The Hague
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Best to The Hague 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, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Best to The Hague trains use the Best to Den Haag Moerwijk station pair, with some services arriving at Den Haag Hs. Use this guide to compare Best and The Hague train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Best has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Best.
ATMs are available at Best.
Available at Best: Parking, WC.
Available at Best: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Best.
Den Haag Moerwijk is 2 km from The Hague city centre. Public transport options include:
Den Haag Moerwijk has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Den Haag Moerwijk.
ATMs are available at Den Haag Moerwijk.
Available at Den Haag Moerwijk: Parking.
Available at Den Haag Moerwijk: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Den Haag Moerwijk.
Den Haag Hs is 1 km from The Hague city centre. Public transport options include:
Den Haag Hs 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.
Food options include: Restaurant Basaal, The Penthouse Restaurant
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Den Haag Hs. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Den Haag Hs. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Den Haag Hs: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Den Haag Hs: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Den Haag Hs: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Mercure Den Haag Central, The Student Hotel The Hague, Novotel Den Haag City Centre.
Den Haag Centraal is 1 km from The Hague city centre. Public transport options include:
Den Haag Centraal has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Pavlov, The Penthouse
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Den Haag Centraal. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Den Haag Centraal. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Den Haag Centraal: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Den Haag Centraal: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Den Haag Centraal: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Park Centraal Den Haag, Holiday Inn Express The Hague - Parliament, Novotel Den Haag City Centre.
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