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Frans Hals Museum
Major Dutch art museum with masterpieces by Frans Hals and Golden Age painters. Essential for Haarlem’s artistic identity and portrait tradition.
Cheapest price on Sep 23
€11
Average ticket price on Sep 23
€11
Fastest journey on Sep 23
32 m
Average journey duration on Sep 23
33 m
Trains on Sep 23
37
Distance
41 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from The Hague to Haarlem is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from The Hague to Haarlem will cost around €11 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €11.
On Wed, Sep 23, we found 37 trains from The Hague to Haarlem, including 11 direct services.
On Wed, Sep 23 the direct trains cover the 41 km distance in an average of 33 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 32 m .
On Wed, Sep 23 the slowest trains will take 35 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.
IC 3129 · IC 2216
IC 2118
SPR 4216
IC 3131 · IC 2318
IC 2116
IC 2118
IC 2116
IC 2120
IC 3129 · IC 2216
IC 3131 · IC 2318Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from The Hague to Haarlem among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of €11 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 10m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €11, while a train costs an average of €11.
Distance: 25 miles (41 km)
Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
€11 Average price Cheapest | €9 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 10m Average total duration Fastest 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 53m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
You'll arrive about 13m sooner (40m by train vs 53m by car). Tickets start at around €11 compared to roughly €9 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.
Direct services run with NS Domestic.
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 The Hague to Haarlem trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, September 23. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
SPR 5112 · IC 2212 | 6:57 AM Den Haag Moerwijk | 0h39 | 7:36 AM Haarlem station | 1 transfer | |
SPR 4214 | 7:25 AM The Hague Centraal | 0h48 | 8:13 AM Haarlem station | 0 transfersDirect | |
SPR 5114 · IC 2314 | 7:27 AM Den Haag Moerwijk | 0h39 | 8:06 AM Haarlem station | 1 transfer | |
IC 3127 · IC 2314 | 7:31 AM The Hague Centraal | 0h35 | 8:06 AM Haarlem station | 1 transfer | |
SPR 5214 · IC 2116 | 7:35 AM Den Haag Moerwijk | 0h48 | 8:23 AM Haarlem station | 1 transfer | |
IC 2116 | 7:51 AM The Hague Centraal | 0h32 | 8:23 AM Haarlem station | 0 transfersDirect | |
SPR 4216 | 7:55 AM The Hague Centraal | 0h48 | 8:43 AM Haarlem station | 0 transfersDirect | |
SPR 5116 · IC 2216 | 7:57 AM Den Haag Moerwijk | 0h39 | 8:36 AM Haarlem station | 1 transfer | |
IC 3129 · IC 2216 | 8:01 AM The Hague Centraal | 0h35 | 8:36 AM Haarlem station | 1 transfer | |
SPR 5216 · IC 2118 | 8:05 AM Den Haag Moerwijk | 0h48 | 8:53 AM Haarlem station | 1 transfer | |
IC 2118 | 8:21 AM The Hague Centraal | 0h32 | 8:53 AM Haarlem station | 0 transfersDirect | |
SPR 4218 | 8:25 AM The Hague Centraal | 0h48 | 9:13 AM Haarlem station | 0 transfersDirect | |
SPR 5118 · IC 2318 | 8:27 AM Den Haag Moerwijk | 0h39 | 9:06 AM Haarlem station | 1 transfer | |
IC 3131 · IC 2318 | 8:31 AM The Hague Centraal | 0h35 | 9:06 AM Haarlem station | 1 transfer | |
SPR 5218 · IC 2120 | 8:35 AM Den Haag Moerwijk | 0h48 | 9:23 AM Haarlem station | 1 transfer | |
IC 2120 | 8:51 AM The Hague Centraal | 0h32 | 9:23 AM Haarlem station | 0 transfersDirect | |
SPR 4220 | 8:55 AM The Hague Centraal | 0h48 | 9:43 AM Haarlem station | 0 transfersDirect | |
SPR 5120 · IC 2220 | 8:57 AM Den Haag Moerwijk | 0h39 | 9:36 AM Haarlem station | 1 transfer | |
IC 3133 · IC 2220 | 9:01 AM The Hague Centraal | 0h35 | 9:36 AM Haarlem station | 1 transfer | |
SPR 5220 · IC 2122 | 9:05 AM Den Haag Moerwijk | 0h48 | 9:53 AM Haarlem station | 1 transfer | |
SPR 5122 · IC 2322 | 9:27 AM Den Haag Moerwijk | 0h39 | 10:06 AM Haarlem station | 1 transfer | |
SPR 5222 · IC 2124 | 9:35 AM Den Haag Moerwijk | 0h48 | 10:23 AM Haarlem station | 1 transfer | |
SPR 5124 · IC 2224 | 9:57 AM Den Haag Moerwijk | 0h39 | 10:36 AM Haarlem station | 1 transfer | |
SPR 4262 | 7:25 PM The Hague Centraal | 0h48 | 8:13 PM Haarlem station | 0 transfersDirect | |
SPR 5162 · IC 2362 | 7:26 PM Den Haag Moerwijk | 0h40 | 8:06 PM Haarlem station | 1 transfer | |
IC 3175 · IC 2362 | 7:31 PM The Hague Centraal | 0h35 | 8:06 PM Haarlem station | 1 transfer | |
IC 2164 | 7:47 PM The Hague Centraal | 0h36 | 8:23 PM Haarlem station | 0 transfersDirect | |
SPR 5164 · IC 2264 | 7:56 PM Den Haag Moerwijk | 0h40 | 8:36 PM Haarlem station | 1 transfer | |
IC 3177 · IC 2264 | 8:01 PM The Hague Centraal | 0h35 | 8:36 PM Haarlem station | 1 transfer | |
SPR 5066 · IC 3577 · IC 2166 | 8:12 PM Den Haag Moerwijk | 0h41 | 8:53 PM Haarlem station | 2 transfers | |
IC 2166 | 8:17 PM The Hague Centraal | 0h36 | 8:53 PM Haarlem station | 0 transfersDirect | |
SPR 5166 · IC 2366 | 8:26 PM Den Haag Moerwijk | 0h40 | 9:06 PM Haarlem station | 1 transfer | |
IC 3179 · IC 2366 | 8:31 PM The Hague Centraal | 0h35 | 9:06 PM Haarlem station | 1 transfer | |
SPR 5068 · IC 3579 · IC 2168 | 8:42 PM Den Haag Moerwijk | 0h41 | 9:23 PM Haarlem station | 2 transfers | |
IC 2168 | 8:47 PM The Hague Centraal | 0h36 | 9:23 PM Haarlem station | 0 transfersDirect | |
SPR 5168 · IC 2268 | 8:56 PM Den Haag Moerwijk | 0h40 | 9:36 PM Haarlem station | 1 transfer | |
IC 3181 · IC 2268 | 9:01 PM The Hague Centraal | 0h35 | 9:36 PM Haarlem station | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from The Hague to Haarlem run on average 19 times per day, taking around 40m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €11 if you book in advance.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 25 miles (41 km) distance in 30m.
Distance 25 miles (41 km) |
Average train duration 40m |
Cheapest ticket price €11 |
Trains per day 19 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 30m |
First train 12:01 AM |
Last train 11:58 PM |
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Discover the best of Haarlem — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Haarlem trip today.
Major Dutch art museum with masterpieces by Frans Hals and Golden Age painters. Essential for Haarlem’s artistic identity and portrait tradition.
Museum of science in the former home of Pieter Teyler, with fossils, instruments, drawings, and a beautiful 18th-century Oval Room.
City history museum covering Haarlem’s art, civic life, and changing society. A strong overview for understanding the city beyond the canals.
Haarlem’s main square, framed by monumental buildings, markets, and terraces. The best place to start exploring the old city center.
Elegant canal street along the Spaarne with museums, historic houses, and waterside views. One of Haarlem’s most scenic walking routes.
Broad shopping street linking key central sights, lined with historic façades and local stores. Ideal for a lively walk through Haarlem.
A classic Dutch bar snack of deep-fried beef ragout in a crisp crumb coating. It is beloved in cafés and borrel culture across Haarlem.
Small fluffy Dutch pancakes served with butter and powdered sugar. A traditional sweet treat popular at markets, fairs, and pancake houses.
Lightly battered apple rings fried until golden, often dusted with sugar. A traditional Dutch pastry snack especially associated with colder months.
Refined fine dining restaurant with creative seasonal tasting menus and elegant service. One of Haarlem's most acclaimed special-occasion addresses.
Casual local favorite for excellent seafood, especially herring and fried fish. A practical stop to try classic Dutch fish-stall flavors.
Atmospheric brewery restaurant in a former church, known for Jopen beers and Dutch pub dishes. Lively, iconic, and very popular with locals and visitors.
Moderate for the Netherlands. Hotels and dining cost more than smaller Dutch towns, but transit is manageable and prices are usually below Amsterdam.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for good restaurant service. Taxi fares are often rounded up. In cafes, small change or rounding up is enough.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from The Hague to Haarlem 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 Haarlem, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most The Hague to Haarlem trains use the Den Haag Centraal to Haarlem station pair, with some services arriving at Haarlem Spaarnwoude. Use this guide to compare The Hague and Haarlem train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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.
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.
Haarlem 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 Morris, De Ripper
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Haarlem. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Haarlem. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Haarlem: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Haarlem: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Haarlem: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Amrâth Grand Hotel Frans Hals, Hotel Lion d'Or, Carlton Square Hotel.
Haarlem Spaarnwoude is 2 km from Haarlem city centre. Public transport options include:
Haarlem Spaarnwoude has practical services for this route, including Dining, ATM, Accessibility, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Haarlem Spaarnwoude.
ATMs are available at Haarlem Spaarnwoude.
Available at Haarlem Spaarnwoude: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Haarlem Spaarnwoude.
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