- Must visit
Mauritshuis
World-class museum famous for Vermeer’s Girl with a Pearl Earring and masterpieces from the Dutch Golden Age.
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Essen 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 Essen to The Hague will cost around $73 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $68.
On Thu, Nov 05, we found 5 trains from Essen to The Hague, including 5 direct services.
On Thu, Nov 05 the direct trains cover the 199 km distance in an average of 3 h 51 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 47 m .
On Thu, Nov 05 the slowest trains will take 4 h 20 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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Trains from Essen to The Hague run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 0m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $41 but you can travel from only $15 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:06, the last at 23:45. The fastest train covers the 123 miles (199 km) distance in 2h 21m.
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Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Essen to The Hague.
The table below shows live departures for Essen to The Hague trains for today, Wednesday, November 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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26848 · S8 · 20060 · IC 3520 | 3:09 AM Essen Hbf | 5h02 | 8:11 AM The Hague Centraal | 4 transfers | |
10200 · IC 3220 · IC 520+ 20006 | 5:20 AM Essen Hbf | 3h32 | 8:52 AM The Hague Centraal | 3 transfers | |
10102 · 20062 · IC 3524 · IC 1122 | 5:46 AM Essen Hbf | 3h25 | 9:11 AM The Hague Centraal | 3 transfers | |
26804 · IC 60402 · IC 622 | 6:09 AM Essen Hbf | 3h11 | 9:20 AM The Hague Centraal | 2 transfers | |
10204 · IC 3228 · IC 528+ 20010 | 7:20 AM Essen Hbf | 3h32 | 10:52 AM The Hague Centraal | 3 transfers | |
10204 · IC 3130+ 20010 | 7:20 AM Essen Hbf | 4h09 | 11:29 AM The Hague Centraal | 2 transfers | |
10110 · 20066 · IC 3532 · IC 1130 | 7:46 AM Essen Hbf | 3h25 | 11:11 AM The Hague Centraal | 3 transfers | |
ICE 621 · ICE 220 · IC 532 | On time 8:49 AM Essen Hbf | 3h01 | 11:50 AM The Hague Centraal | 2 transfers | |
10208 · IC 3138+ 20014 | 9:20 AM Essen Hbf | 4h09 | 1:29 PM The Hague Centraal | 2 transfers | |
10208 · IC 3236 · IC 536+ 20014 | 9:20 AM Essen Hbf | 3h32 | 12:52 PM The Hague Centraal | 3 transfers | |
ICE 625 · ICE 128 · IC 540 | On time 10:49 AM Essen Hbf | 3h01 | 1:50 PM The Hague Centraal | 2 transfers | |
10212 · IC 3146+ 20018 | 11:20 AM Essen Hbf | 4h09 | 3:29 PM The Hague Centraal | 2 transfers | |
10212 · IC 3244 · IC 544+ 20018 | 11:20 AM Essen Hbf | 3h32 | 2:52 PM The Hague Centraal | 3 transfers | |
10126 · 20074 · IC 3548 · IC 1146 | 11:46 AM Essen Hbf | 3h25 | 3:11 PM The Hague Centraal | 3 transfers | |
30395 · ICE 126 · IC 548 | 12:49 PM Essen Hbf | 3h01 | 3:50 PM The Hague Centraal | 2 transfers | |
ICE 629 · ICE 126 · IC 548 | On time 12:50 PM Essen Hbf | 3h00 | 3:50 PM The Hague Centraal | 2 transfers | |
S2 · IC 2201 · ICE 126 · IC 548 | 12:53 PM Essen Hbf | 2h57 | 3:50 PM The Hague Centraal | 3 transfers | |
S3 · ICE 126 · IC 548 | 12:56 PM Essen Hbf | 2h54 | 3:50 PM The Hague Centraal | 2 transfers | |
S3 · ICE 126 · IC 548 | 12:56 PM Essen Hbf | 2h54 | 3:50 PM The Hague Centraal | 2 transfers | |
10216 · IC 3154+ 20022 | 1:20 PM Essen Hbf | 4h09 | 5:29 PM The Hague Centraal | 2 transfers | |
10216 · IC 3252 · IC 552+ 20022 | 1:20 PM Essen Hbf | 3h32 | 4:52 PM The Hague Centraal | 3 transfers | |
10134 · 20078 · IC 3556 · IC 1154 | 1:46 PM Essen Hbf | 3h25 | 5:11 PM The Hague Centraal | 3 transfers | |
ICE 723 · ICE 124 · IC 556 | On time 2:50 PM Essen Hbf | 3h00 | 5:50 PM The Hague Centraal | 2 transfers | |
S3 · ICE 124 · IC 556 | 2:56 PM Essen Hbf | 2h54 | 5:50 PM The Hague Centraal | 2 transfers | |
S3 · ICE 124 · IC 556 | 2:56 PM Essen Hbf | 2h54 | 5:50 PM The Hague Centraal | 2 transfers | |
10220 · IC 3162+ 20026 | 3:20 PM Essen Hbf | 4h09 | 7:29 PM The Hague Centraal | 2 transfers | |
10220 · IC 3260 · IC 560+ 20026 | 3:20 PM Essen Hbf | 3h32 | 6:52 PM The Hague Centraal | 3 transfers | |
10142 · 20082 · IC 3564 · IC 1162 | 3:46 PM Essen Hbf | 3h25 | 7:11 PM The Hague Centraal | 3 transfers | |
S3 · ICE 122 · IC 564 | 4:56 PM Essen Hbf | 2h54 | 7:50 PM The Hague Centraal | 2 transfers | |
10224 · IC 3170+ 20030 | 5:20 PM Essen Hbf | 4h09 | 9:29 PM The Hague Centraal | 2 transfers | |
10224 · IC 3068 · IC 568+ 20030 | 5:20 PM Essen Hbf | 3h32 | 8:52 PM The Hague Centraal | 3 transfers | |
10150 · 20086 · IC 3572 · IC 1170 | 5:46 PM Essen Hbf | 3h25 | 9:11 PM The Hague Centraal | 3 transfers | |
S3 · ICE 224 · IC 572 | 6:56 PM Essen Hbf | 2h54 | 9:50 PM The Hague Centraal | 2 transfers | |
10228 · IC 3178+ 20034 | 7:20 PM Essen Hbf | 4h09 | 11:29 PM The Hague Centraal | 2 transfers | |
10228 · IC 3076 · IC 576+ 20034 | 7:20 PM Essen Hbf | 3h32 | 10:52 PM The Hague Centraal | 3 transfers | |
10158 · 20090 · IC 3580 · IC 1178 | 7:46 PM Essen Hbf | 3h25 | 11:11 PM The Hague Centraal | 3 transfers | |
S3 · ICE 120 · IC 580 | 8:56 PM Essen Hbf | 2h54 | 11:50 PM The Hague Centraal | 2 transfers | |
10232 · IC 3084 · IC 584+ 20038 | 9:20 PM Essen Hbf | 3h30 | 12:50 AM The Hague Centraal | 3 transfers | |
10169 · 20236 · IC 1714 | 9:46 PM Essen Hbf | 9h19 | 7:05 AM The Hague Centraal | 2 transfers | |
26836 · IC 3114+ 20040 | 10:09 PM Essen Hbf | 9h20 | 7:29 AM The Hague Centraal | 2 transfers | |
26836 · IC 3114 · IC 1714+ 20040 | 10:09 PM Essen Hbf | 8h56 | 7:05 AM The Hague Centraal | 3 transfers | |
10171 · 89900 · IC 3114+ 20040 | 10:16 PM Essen Hbf | 9h13 | 7:29 AM The Hague Centraal | 3 transfers | |
10171 · 89900 · IC 3114 · IC 1714 | 10:16 PM Essen Hbf | 8h49 | 7:05 AM The Hague Centraal | 4 transfers | |
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Trains from Essen to The Hague with Deutsche Bahn and VIAS Rail GmbH. Night trains available on this route with Deutsche Bahn. High-speed trains available on this route with Deutsche Bahn. Regional trains available on this route with Deutsche Bahn and VIAS Rail GmbH. Use the details below to compare onboard facilities.
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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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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Essen 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 Essen to The Hague trains use the Essen Hbf to Den Haag Centraal station pair, with some services arriving at Den Haag Hs. Use this guide to compare Essen and The Hague train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Essen Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Bollywood Express - Pizza & More, Kiepenkerl, Cafe Extrablatt, Tacos
Wi-Fi is available at Essen Hbf. ATMs are available at Essen Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Essen Hbf. Information desks are available at Essen Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Essen Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Essen Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Essen Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Essen Hbf.
Nearby hotels include Ambassador, Gästearpartment Dahl, WG-Hotel im Unperfekthaus, Motel One.
Essen, Kruppstraße / Am Thyssenhaus has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Essen, Kruppstraße / Am Thyssenhaus. ATMs are available at Essen, Kruppstraße / Am Thyssenhaus.
Ticket office support is available at Essen, Kruppstraße / Am Thyssenhaus.
Available at Essen, Kruppstraße / Am Thyssenhaus: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Essen, Kruppstraße / Am Thyssenhaus: The station has basic accessibility features.
Essen-Steele is 4 km from Essen city centre. Public transport options include:
Essen-Steele has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Bootshaus Ruhreck, Da Vinici, Asia-Nudeln, Bacchos
Wi-Fi is available at Essen-Steele. ATMs are available at Essen-Steele.
Ticket office support is available at Essen-Steele. Information desks are available at Essen-Steele.
Luggage storage is available at Essen-Steele. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Essen-Steele: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Essen-Steele: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Essen-Steele.
Nearby hotels include Zur Guten Quelle, Hotel Töff-Töff, Budike.
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.
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.
Check train stations information for Essen and The Hague, including where trains depart and arrive on this route.