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Mauritshuis
Premier Dutch art museum in a historic mansion, famous for Vermeer's Girl with a Pearl Earring and masterpieces from the Dutch Golden Age.
Cheapest price
$54
Average price
$57
Fastest journey
2 h 14 m
Average duration
2 h 17 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
121 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Ghent 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 Ghent to The Hague will cost around $57 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $54.
It's difficult to get from Ghent to The Hague without transferring at least 2 times.
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9543Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Ghent to The Hague among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $14. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 2h 19m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $14, and a train costs an average of $32.
Distance: 75 miles (121 km)
| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
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$56 Average price | $22 Average price Cheapest | $47 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 54m Average total duration 2h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 49m Average total duration Fastest 2h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 27m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus 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 Ghent to The Hague:
A bus is $34 (€27) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Ghent to The Hague costing on average $56 (€45).
Other travel options to The Hague take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 24m.
You'll arrive about 3m sooner (2h 24m by train vs 2h 27m by car). Tickets start at around $56 (€45) compared to roughly $47 (€38) 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.
The table below shows live departures for Ghent to The Hague trains for today, Monday, May 25. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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728+ 9527+ 5124 | 7:27 AM Ghent St Pieters | 2h37 | 10:04 AM The Hague Centraal | 2 transfers | |
1807+ 2224+ 9305 | 7:53 AM Ghent St Pieters | 2h08 | 10:01 AM Den Haag HS | 2 transfers | |
1807+ 1126+ 9305 | 7:53 AM Ghent St Pieters | 2h18 | 10:11 AM The Hague Centraal | 2 transfers | |
729+ 9531+ 5128 | 8:27 AM Ghent St Pieters | 2h37 | 11:04 AM The Hague Centraal | 2 transfers | |
729+ 9531+ 3539 | 8:27 AM Ghent St Pieters | 2h18 | 10:45 AM Den Haag HS | 2 transfers | |
730+ 9535+ 3543 | 9:27 AM Ghent St Pieters | 2h18 | 11:45 AM Den Haag HS | 2 transfers | |
730 · 2330+ 9415 | 9:27 AM Ghent St Pieters | 2h04 | 11:31 AM Den Haag HS | 2 transfers | |
730+ 1132+ 9315 | 9:27 AM Ghent St Pieters | 2h14 | 11:41 AM The Hague Centraal | 2 transfers | |
730+ 2330+ 9315 | 9:27 AM Ghent St Pieters | 2h04 | 11:31 AM Den Haag HS | 2 transfers | |
19707+ 9539+ 3547 | 10:27 AM Ghent St Pieters | 2h18 | 12:45 PM Den Haag HS | 2 transfers | |
19707+ 9539+ 5136 | 10:27 AM Ghent St Pieters | 2h37 | 1:04 PM The Hague Centraal | 2 transfers | |
19709+ 9543+ 3551 | 11:27 AM Ghent St Pieters | 2h18 | 1:45 PM Den Haag HS | 2 transfers | |
19709 · 2338+ 9427 | 11:27 AM Ghent St Pieters | 2h04 | 1:31 PM Den Haag HS | 2 transfers | |
19709+ 1140+ 9327 | 11:27 AM Ghent St Pieters | 2h14 | 1:41 PM The Hague Centraal | 2 transfers | |
19709+ 2338+ 9327 | 11:27 AM Ghent St Pieters | 2h04 | 1:31 PM Den Haag HS | 2 transfers | |
19713+ 9547+ 3555 | 12:27 PM Ghent St Pieters | 2h18 | 2:45 PM Den Haag HS | 2 transfers | |
19713+ 9547+ 5144 | 12:27 PM Ghent St Pieters | 2h37 | 3:04 PM The Hague Centraal | 2 transfers | |
733+ 9547+ 3555 | 12:27 PM Ghent St Pieters | 2h18 | 2:45 PM Den Haag HS | 2 transfers | |
733+ 9547+ 5144 | 12:27 PM Ghent St Pieters | 2h37 | 3:04 PM The Hague Centraal | 2 transfers | |
1812+ 1146+ 9937 | 12:53 PM Ghent St Pieters | 2h18 | 3:11 PM The Hague Centraal | 2 transfers | |
1812+ 2244+ 9937 | 12:53 PM Ghent St Pieters | 2h08 | 3:01 PM Den Haag HS | 2 transfers | |
734+ 9551+ 3559 | 1:27 PM Ghent St Pieters | 2h18 | 3:45 PM Den Haag HS | 2 transfers | |
734+ 2346+ 9339 | 1:27 PM Ghent St Pieters | 2h04 | 3:31 PM Den Haag HS | 2 transfers | |
734+ 1148+ 9339 | 1:27 PM Ghent St Pieters | 2h14 | 3:41 PM The Hague Centraal | 2 transfers | |
734 · 2346+ 9439 | 1:27 PM Ghent St Pieters | 2h04 | 3:31 PM Den Haag HS | 2 transfers | |
735+ 9555+ 3563 | 2:27 PM Ghent St Pieters | 2h18 | 4:45 PM Den Haag HS | 2 transfers | |
735+ 9555+ 5152 | 2:27 PM Ghent St Pieters | 2h37 | 5:04 PM The Hague Centraal | 2 transfers | |
736+ 9559+ 3567 | 3:27 PM Ghent St Pieters | 2h18 | 5:45 PM Den Haag HS | 2 transfers | |
736+ 1156+ 9351 | 3:27 PM Ghent St Pieters | 2h14 | 5:41 PM The Hague Centraal | 2 transfers | |
736+ 2354+ 9351 | 3:27 PM Ghent St Pieters | 2h04 | 5:31 PM Den Haag HS | 2 transfers | |
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Trains from Ghent to The Hague run on average 16 times per day, taking around 2h 24m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $32 (€26) but you can travel from only $14 (€11) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:55, the last at 23:25. The fastest train covers the 75 miles (121 km) distance in 2h 14m.
Distance 75 miles (121 km) |
Average train duration 2h 24m |
Cheapest ticket price $32 (€26) |
Trains per day 16 |
Fastest train 2h 14m |
First train 4:55 AM |
Last train 11:25 PM |
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Premier Dutch art museum in a historic mansion, famous for Vermeer's Girl with a Pearl Earring and masterpieces from the Dutch Golden Age.
Major fine arts museum known for Mondrian, decorative arts, fashion, and a strong modern and contemporary collection.
Popular museum dedicated to M. C. Escher, set in a former royal palace with optical illusions and iconic prints.
The city's best-known seaside area, popular for wide sands, beach walks, sunsets, and a lively promenade atmosphere.
Scenic lake beside the Binnenhof offering classic postcard views, especially beautiful at dusk and after dark.
Historic square lined with grand buildings and terraces, a key central meeting point beside the Binnenhof.
Raw cured herring, often served with onions and pickles. It is one of the most iconic Dutch street foods and widely eaten across The Hague.
Battered and fried white fish pieces, usually served with garlic or remoulade sauce. A classic Dutch seafood snack popular at markets and fish stalls.
A larger fillet of battered fried fish, commonly cod or whiting. It is a traditional Dutch seaside meal well suited to The Hague and nearby Scheveningen.
Acclaimed restaurant offering a refined Chinese dining experience with tasting menus and an elegant contemporary interior.
Elegant fine dining restaurant in central The Hague known for refined French-inspired cuisine, polished service, and a special-occasion atmosphere.
Well-known restaurant set in a historic building, serving classic French and Dutch-influenced dishes in a warm, upscale setting.
Prices are high by Dutch standards, especially for hotels and dining, but public transport and casual meals are manageable.
Service is usually included. Rounding up or leaving 5-10% for good restaurant service is appreciated, not required. Round up taxis; small tips for hotel staff are optional.
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