- Must visit
Mauritshuis
World-class museum famous for Vermeer’s Girl with a Pearl Earring and masterpieces from the Dutch Golden Age.
Cheapest price
$0.00
Average price
$99
Fastest journey
3 h 15 m
Average duration
3 h 15 m
Trains per day
16
Distance
204 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Gelsenkirchen to The Hague is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
It's difficult to get from Gelsenkirchen to The Hague without transferring at least 2 times.





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Trains from Gelsenkirchen to The Hague run on average 5 times per day, taking around 3h 2m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $77 but you can travel from only $30 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:45, the last at 23:20. The fastest train covers the 126 miles (204 km) distance in 3h 37m.
Distance 126 miles (204 km) |
Average train duration 3h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price $77 |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 3h 37m |
First train 4:45 AM |
Last train 11:20 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 3 days |
The table below shows live departures for Gelsenkirchen to The Hague trains for today, Tuesday, August 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:13 PM Gelsenkirchen | 3h46 | 10:59 PM The Hague | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 7:31 PM Gelsenkirchen | 4h28 | 11:59 PM The Hague | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 9:01 PM Gelsenkirchen | 3h58 | 12:59 AM The Hague | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 10:31 PM Gelsenkirchen | 9h28 | 7:59 AM The Hague | 2 transfers | |
| Wednesday, August 5 | |||||
![]() | 5:31 AM Gelsenkirchen | 3h58 | 9:29 AM The Hague | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 7:01 AM Gelsenkirchen | 3h28 | 10:29 AM The Hague | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 7:31 AM Gelsenkirchen | 3h58 | 11:29 AM The Hague | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 9:14 AM Gelsenkirchen | 3h15 | 12:29 PM The Hague | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 9:31 AM Gelsenkirchen | 3h58 | 1:29 PM The Hague | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 11:14 AM Gelsenkirchen | 3h15 | 2:29 PM The Hague | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 11:31 AM Gelsenkirchen | 3h58 | 3:29 PM The Hague | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 1:13 PM Gelsenkirchen | 3h16 | 4:29 PM The Hague | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 1:31 PM Gelsenkirchen | 3h58 | 5:29 PM The Hague | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 3:14 PM Gelsenkirchen | 3h15 | 6:29 PM The Hague | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 3:31 PM Gelsenkirchen | 3h58 | 7:29 PM The Hague | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 5:13 PM Gelsenkirchen | 3h16 | 8:29 PM The Hague | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 5:31 PM Gelsenkirchen | 3h58 | 9:29 PM The Hague | 2 transfers | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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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 Gelsenkirchen 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 Gelsenkirchen to The Hague trains use the Gelsenkirchen Hbf to Den Haag Centraal station pair, with some services arriving at Den Haag Hs. Use this guide to compare Gelsenkirchen and The Hague train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Gelsenkirchen Hbf is 1 km from Gelsenkirchen city centre. Public transport options include:
Gelsenkirchen 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: Subway, Café Madrid, Shere Punjab, Café del Sol
Wi-Fi is available at Gelsenkirchen Hbf. ATMs are available at Gelsenkirchen Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Gelsenkirchen Hbf. Information desks are available at Gelsenkirchen Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Gelsenkirchen Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Gelsenkirchen Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Gelsenkirchen Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Gelsenkirchen Hbf.
Nearby hotels include Hotel St. Petrus.
Wanne-Eickel Hbf is 3 km from Gelsenkirchen city centre. Public transport options include:
Wanne-Eickel Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Dschingis Khan, Kolpinghaus Wanne-Eickel, Nikolaus Grill, McDonald's
Wi-Fi is available at Wanne-Eickel Hbf. ATMs are available at Wanne-Eickel Hbf.
Ticket office support is available at Wanne-Eickel Hbf. Information desks are available at Wanne-Eickel Hbf.
Luggage storage is available at Wanne-Eickel Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Wanne-Eickel Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Wanne-Eickel Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Wanne-Eickel Hbf.
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.
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