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Purmerends Museum
Purmerend's main local-history museum in the old town hall, covering water management, trade, and everyday life in Waterland.
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from The Hague to Purmerend among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $8 For those with little time, consider booking a bus, which has an average total journey time of 1h 20m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $8, while a train costs an average of $24.
Distance: 40 miles (65 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$24 Average price | $8 Average price Cheapest | $18 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 39m Average total duration 1h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 20m Average total duration Fastest 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 4m 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 Purmerend:
A bus is $15 (€12) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from The Hague to Purmerend costing on average $24 (€19).
Other travel options to Purmerend take longer:
Train takes on average 1h 9m.
Tickets start at around $24 (€19) compared to roughly $18 (€15) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-5.33 (€-4.30). The journey takes 1h 9m versus 1h 4m 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.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
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Trains from The Hague to Purmerend run on average 34 times per day, taking around 1h 9m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $23 (€19) but you can travel from only $4 (€3) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:56. The fastest train covers the 40 miles (65 km) distance in 1h 4m.
Distance 40 miles (65 km) |
Average train duration 1h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price $23 (€19) |
Trains per day 34 |
Fastest train 1h 4m |
First train 12:01 AM |
Last train 11:56 PM |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Best time to book 1 day |
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Purmerend's main local-history museum in the old town hall, covering water management, trade, and everyday life in Waterland.
Nearby specialized museum about Dutch clog-making traditions, with demonstrations and craft history in a village setting.
Historic windmill museum in the Beemster area interpreting polder engineering and traditional milling techniques.
Purmerend's best-known square, historically linked to cattle trading and now the city's main social and event hub.
Historic canal area with waterside views, bridges, and older facades that reveal Purmerend's mercantile past.
Green city park popular for walks, relaxation, and local events, offering a pleasant contrast to the compact center.
Edam cheese is a mild semi-hard cheese from nearby Edam, traditionally traded in this region and strongly tied to Waterland food culture.
Paling is smoked eel from the IJsselmeer and Markermeer area, prized in North Holland for its rich texture and long fishing tradition.
Haring is raw cured herring, often served with onion and pickles. It is a classic Dutch street food widely eaten in North Holland.
Established restaurant in central Purmerend known for refined French and Dutch cooking in an elegant, intimate setting.
Well-known grill and bistro venue with steaks, seafood, and classic mains in a lively, accessible city-center atmosphere.
Popular casual dining spot offering generous Dutch and international dishes with a relaxed waterside or terrace feel.
Moderate for the Netherlands: stays and dining cost less than Amsterdam, while local transit and daily essentials remain fairly priced for visitors.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% at restaurants for good service. Taxis are often rounded up. Small change is fine in cafes.
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Purmerend Station -> Purmerend Centrum
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from The Hague to Purmerend 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 Purmerend, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most The Hague to Purmerend trains use the Den Haag Centraal to Purmerend station pair, with some services arriving at Purmerend Overwhere. Use this guide to compare The Hague and Purmerend 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.
Purmerend 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: Roti King Aarti, La Cubanita Purmerend
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Purmerend. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Purmerend. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Purmerend: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Purmerend: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Purmerend.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Purmerend, Van der Valk Hotel Volendam, Hampshire Golfhotel Waterland.
Purmerend Overwhere has practical services for this route, including Dining, ATM, Accessibility, WC, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Purmerend Overwhere.
ATMs are available at Purmerend Overwhere.
Available at Purmerend Overwhere: WC.
Available at Purmerend Overwhere: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Purmerend Overwhere.
Purmerend Weidevenne is 1 km from Purmerend city centre. Public transport options include:
Purmerend Weidevenne has practical services for this route, including Dining, Accessibility, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Purmerend Weidevenne.
Available at Purmerend Weidevenne: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Purmerend Weidevenne.
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