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Museum Heerenveen
Regional museum in nearby Oranjewoud presenting local history, art, and heritage linked to Heerenveen and the surrounding estates.
Cheapest price on Sep 19
€75
Average ticket price on Sep 19
€85
Fastest journey on Sep 19
2 h 17 m
Average journey duration on Sep 19
2 h 17 m
Trains on Sep 19
19
Distance
147 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from The Hague to Heerenveen 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 Heerenveen will cost around €85 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €75.
On Sat, Sep 19, we found 19 trains from The Hague to Heerenveen, including 9 direct services.
On Sat, Sep 19 the direct trains cover the 147 km distance in an average of 2 h 17 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 17 m .
On Sat, Sep 19 the slowest trains will take 2 h 17 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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Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from The Hague to Heerenveen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €21 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 50m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €21, while a train costs an average of €33.
Distance: 91 miles (147 km)
| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€33 Average price | €21 Average price Cheapest | €34 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 50m Average total duration Fastest 2h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 20m Average total duration 2h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 8m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from The Hague to Heerenveen:
A bus is €13 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from The Hague to Heerenveen costing on average €33.
Other travel options to Heerenveen take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 50m.
Tickets start at around €33 compared to roughly €34 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €0.73. The journey takes 2h 20m versus 2h 8m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Direct services run with Intercity, NS Domestic, Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS).
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for The Hague to Heerenveen trains for tomorrow, Saturday, September 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 1:40 PM The Hague | 2h17 | 3:57 PM Heerenveen | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:10 PM The Hague | 2h17 | 4:27 PM Heerenveen | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 2:40 PM The Hague | 2h17 | 4:57 PM Heerenveen | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:10 PM The Hague | 2h17 | 5:27 PM Heerenveen | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 3:40 PM The Hague | 2h17 | 5:57 PM Heerenveen | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:10 PM The Hague | 2h17 | 6:27 PM Heerenveen | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 4:40 PM The Hague | 2h17 | 6:57 PM Heerenveen | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:10 PM The Hague | 2h17 | 7:27 PM Heerenveen | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 5:40 PM The Hague | 2h17 | 7:57 PM Heerenveen | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:10 PM The Hague | 2h17 | 8:27 PM Heerenveen | 1 transfer | |
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Trains from The Hague to Heerenveen run on average 20 times per day, taking around 2h 20m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €33 but you can travel from only €18 by bus.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:22, the last at 23:46. The fastest train covers the 91 miles (147 km) distance in 2h 9m.
Distance 91 miles (147 km) |
Average train duration 2h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price €33 |
Trains per day 20 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 2h 9m |
First train 4:22 AM |
Last train 11:46 PM |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Wed |
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Regional museum in nearby Oranjewoud presenting local history, art, and heritage linked to Heerenveen and the surrounding estates.
Large Frisian museum in Leeuwarden with archaeology, art, and regional culture. Worth the short trip for a deeper Friesland context.
Art museum in Oranjewoud with changing exhibitions in a refined historical setting, ideal for visitors seeking contemporary and classic art.
Elegant estate area with forests, paths, and historic country-house scenery. One of the most attractive walking areas near Heerenveen.
Central shopping and walking street with canal-town character, useful for experiencing daily life and the heart of Heerenveen.
Historic canal axis and pleasant walking route that reveals how waterways shaped the town's growth and atmosphere.
Frisian sugar bread with pearl sugar and cinnamon. A beloved regional loaf from Friesland, often eaten with butter at breakfast or with coffee.
Thin Frisian rye bread, dark and slightly sweet. It is a traditional staple in Friesland, commonly served with cheese or cured meats.
A festive Frisian pastry filled with almond paste and topped with pink icing. It is strongly associated with celebrations in Friesland.
Well-regarded restaurant in Heerenveen known for refined French and Dutch cooking in a polished, relaxed setting.
Popular modern restaurant with an elegant atmosphere, serving seasonal dishes and quality wines in central Heerenveen.
Casual and established spot for Dutch pancakes and family-friendly meals, ideal for trying a familiar local favorite.
Moderate for the Netherlands. Hotels can be cheaper than Amsterdam, but dining and rail costs are similar to other Dutch towns.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for good restaurant service. Taxis are often rounded up. In cafes, small change or rounding up is enough.
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Heerenveen station -> Heerenveen Busstation
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from The Hague to Heerenveen 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 Heerenveen, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most The Hague to Heerenveen trains use the Den Haag Hs to Heerenveen station pair. Use this guide to compare The Hague and Heerenveen train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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.
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.
Heerenveen has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Het Postkantoor, Grand Café 't Gerecht
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Heerenveen. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Heerenveen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Heerenveen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Heerenveen: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Heerenveen: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Fletcher Hotel-Restaurant Heidehof, Hajé Hotel Heerenveen.
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