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Mauritshuis
Premier art museum in a 17th-century mansion, famous for Vermeer’s Girl with a Pearl Earring and Dutch Golden Age masters.
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Cheapest price
$46
Average price
$84
Fastest journey
2h 4m
Average duration
2h 14m
Trains per day
17
Distance
78 km
Omio 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 $13. 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 $13, and a train costs an average of $32.
Distance: 75 miles (121 km)
| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$55 Average price | $22 Average price Cheapest | $46 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 $33 (€27) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Ghent to The Hague costing on average $55 (€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 $55 (€45) compared to roughly $46 (€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, Thursday, July 9. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
19711+ 3543+ 9535 | 9:27 AM Ghent St Pieters | 2h14 | 11:41 AM Den Haag HS | 2 transfers | |
19711+ 9315+ 1132 | 9:27 AM Ghent St Pieters | 2h14 | 11:41 AM The Hague Centraal | 2 transfers | |
19711+ 9315+ 2330 | 9:27 AM Ghent St Pieters | 2h04 | 11:31 AM Den Haag HS | 2 transfers | |
19707+ 3547+ 9539 | 10:27 AM Ghent St Pieters | 2h14 | 12:41 PM Den Haag HS | 2 transfers | |
19709+ 5040+ 9543 | 11:27 AM Ghent St Pieters | 2h27 | 1:54 PM The Hague Centraal | 2 transfers | |
19709+ 9543+ 3551 | 11:27 AM Ghent St Pieters | 2h14 | 1:41 PM Den Haag HS | 2 transfers | |
1811+ 2240+ 9329 | 11:53 AM Ghent St Pieters | 2h08 | 2:01 PM Den Haag HS | 2 transfers | |
1811+ 1142+ 9329 | 11:53 AM Ghent St Pieters | 2h18 | 2:11 PM The Hague Centraal | 2 transfers | |
19713+ 9547+ 3555 | 12:27 PM Ghent St Pieters | 2h14 | 2:41 PM Den Haag HS | 2 transfers | |
19713+ 9547+ 5044 | 12:27 PM Ghent St Pieters | 2h27 | 2:54 PM The Hague Centraal | 2 transfers | |
19715+ 9551+ 3559 | 1:27 PM Ghent St Pieters | 2h14 | 3:41 PM Den Haag HS | 2 transfers | |
19715+ 9339+ 2346 | 1:27 PM Ghent St Pieters | 2h04 | 3:31 PM Den Haag HS | 2 transfers | |
19715+ 9439+ 2346 | 1:27 PM Ghent St Pieters | 2h04 | 3:31 PM Den Haag HS | 2 transfers | |
19715+ 1148+ 9339 | 1:27 PM Ghent St Pieters | 2h14 | 3:41 PM The Hague Centraal | 2 transfers | |
19739+ 9555+ 3563 | 2:27 PM Ghent St Pieters | 2h14 | 4:41 PM Den Haag HS | 2 transfers | |
19739+ 9555+ 5052 | 2:27 PM Ghent St Pieters | 2h27 | 4:54 PM The Hague Centraal | 2 transfers | |
19719+ 3567+ 9559 | 3:27 PM Ghent St Pieters | 2h14 | 5:41 PM Den Haag HS | 2 transfers | |
| Friday, July 10 | |||||
19701+ 9531+ 3539 | 8:27 AM Ghent St Pieters | 2h23 | 10:50 AM Den Haag HS | 2 transfers | |
19701+ 9309+ 1128 | 8:27 AM Ghent St Pieters | 2h14 | 10:41 AM The Hague Centraal | 2 transfers | |
19701+ 9309+ 2326 | 8:27 AM Ghent St Pieters | 2h08 | 10:35 AM 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 $13 (€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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Discover the best of The Hague — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect The Hague trip today.
Premier art museum in a 17th-century mansion, famous for Vermeer’s Girl with a Pearl Earring and Dutch Golden Age masters.
Major fine arts museum known for Mondrian, De Stijl, decorative arts, fashion, and strong temporary exhibitions.
Popular museum dedicated to M.C. Escher, set inside a former royal palace with optical illusion highlights.
The Hague’s best-known coastal promenade, popular for beach walks, sunset views, pier photos, and lively atmosphere.
Modern seafront landmark and walking spot with panoramic North Sea views, especially popular on social media.
Elegant shopping street known for royal connections, galleries, boutiques, and one of the city’s prettiest strolls.
Raw herring, usually served with onions and pickles. It is one of the most iconic Dutch street foods and widely eaten along the coast.
Battered and fried white fish pieces, often served with garlic or remoulade sauce. A classic Dutch seafood snack popular in seaside cities near The Hague.
North Sea shrimp associated with nearby Scheveningen. They are prized for their sweet flavor and are often served simply on bread or in salads.
Long-established fine dining restaurant recognized for polished service and creative seasonal menus in a classic upscale atmosphere.
Established restaurant in central The Hague known for refined French and Dutch-inspired cooking in an elegant setting.
Well-known seafood restaurant in Scheveningen, popular for fresh North Sea fish, shellfish, and a lively modern atmosphere.
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 taxi fares; tipping in cafés is optional.
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The Hague Centraal, The Hague -> Binnenhof, The Hague
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ghent 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 Ghent to The Hague trains use the Gent St Pieters to Den Haag Hs station pair, with some services arriving at Den Haag Centraal. Use this guide to compare Ghent and The Hague train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Gent St Pieters is 1 km from Ghent city centre. Public transport options include:
Gent St Pieters has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: De Graslei, Restaurant Patrick Foley's
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Gent St Pieters. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Gent St Pieters. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Gent St Pieters: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Gent St Pieters: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Gent St Pieters: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include NH Gent Sint Pieters, Hotel Carlton, Astoria Hotel Gent.
Gent-Dampoort is 1 km from Ghent city centre. Public transport options include:
Gent-Dampoort 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, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: De Graslei, Amadeus Ghent 1
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Gent-Dampoort. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Gent-Dampoort. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Gent-Dampoort: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Gent-Dampoort: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Gent-Dampoort: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Adagio Access Gent Centrum Dampoort, Hotel Cathedral, Ibis Gent Centrum St-Baafs Kathedraal.
Gentbrugge is 3 km from Ghent city centre. Public transport options include:
Gentbrugge has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Gentbrugge.
ATMs are available at Gentbrugge.
Available at Gentbrugge: Parking, WC.
Available at Gentbrugge: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Gentbrugge.
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.
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.
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