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Transportation to The Hague

Planning your journey to The Hague? Whether you're arriving by plane, train, or car, we've got you covered. In this guide, we'll show you the best transportation options and tips to ensure a smooth and enjoyable visit to The Hague. Scroll down to find your way and make the most of your trip!

When arriving by plane

How to get from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to The Hague Central Station

By public transportation:

The Schiphol Airport Train Station is conveniently located beneath the entrance hall called Schiphol Plaza. It’s close to Arrivals, and a minute or two’s walk to Departures. In the middle of Schiphol Plaza you'll find a lift or escalators that will take you underground.

Trains from Schiphol Airport to The Hague Central Station (Den Haag Centraal) depart every 10 minutes, consistently leaving from either platform 5 or 6. For detailed travel information and trip planning, visit ns.nl/en or 9292.nl/en, and initiate your search using the following criteria: 'from: Schiphol Airport' - 'to: Den Haag Centraal'.

The direct train connection from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to The Hague Central Station typically takes anywhere from 27 to 48 minutes, with the exact duration varying based on the departure time.

  • The fare for this journey is approximately €9.80 each way.

  • You can purchase train tickets either from the yellow NS machines at Schiphol Plaza or online via ns.nl/en. Seat reservations are not necessary, as there is always availability on departing trains.

By taxi:

Get in a taxi at Schiphol's official taxi rank in front of Schiphol Plaza, for a quick and easy onward journey. Always follow the signs for taxis so you know you are getting into an approved taxi. If you come to Schiphol by taxi, you will be dropped off in front of your departure hall.

A taxi ride from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to The Hague Central Station takes approx. 30 to 45 minutes, depending on the traffic.

  • The fare for this journey is approximately €90,- to €120,-.

How to get from Rotterdam-The Hague Airport to The Hague Central Station

By taxi:

A taxi ride from Rotterdam-The Hague Airport to The Hague Central Station takes approx. 30 minutes, depending on the traffic.

  • The fare for this journey is approximately €55,- to €75,-.
  • You can book your taxi here.

By public transportation:

  1. Exit Rotterdam-The Hague Airport, and take a short 2-minute walk (approximately 160 meters) to the bus stop "Rotterdam Airport, Rotterdam."

  2. Board RET bus number 33 heading towards "Meijersplein Metro." Get out at "Meijersplein, Rotterdam."

  3. Walk for about 3 minutes (approximately 180 meters) to the "Meijersplein, Rotterdam" subway station.

  4. Take Metro E in the direction of "Den Haag Centraal". Your journey concludes at "Den Haag Centraal" subway station.

This route entails one change in public transportation and typically takes around 41 minutes in total.

  • The fare for this journey is approximately €4,94 each way

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The Hague is known for its exceptional public transportation system, offering convenient and efficient travel options for visitors. With a network of over 30 bus and tram lines, you can swiftly and securely reach your desired destinations within The Hague and its surroundings.

From The Hague Central Station to...

The World Forum The Hague

By public transportation:

The World Forum The Hague is easily accessible by public transport from all hotels in The Hague, with most hotels within walking distance of the World Forum The Hague.

To reach the World Forum from The Hague Central Station, you have two convenient options:

1. Tram:

  • Take tram number 17 in the direction of Den Haag Statenkwartier.
  • Disembark at the tram stop called Kunstmuseum.
  • From there, it's just a pleasant 8-minute walk to the World Forum The Hague.
  • The costs for this journey are approx. €1,92 each way.

2. Bus:

  • Choose bus number 28 heading towards Zuiderstrand.
  • Get off at the bus stop labeled World Forum (West).
  • A brief 3-minute stroll, covering approximately 180 meters, will lead you to the World Forum The Hague.
  • The costs for this journey are approx. €2,04 each way.

By taxi:

The World Forum The Hague is centrally located between the city and the beach and easily accessible by car. There is a taxi point in front of the building.

A taxi ride from The Hague Central Station to the World Forum The Hague takes approx. 15 - 30 minutes, depending on the traffic.

  • The costs for this journey are approx. €15,- up to €20,-.

Amare

By foot:

On pleasant weather days, why not enjoy a 10 minute walk from Den Haag Central Station to Amare? 

From Central Station:

  1. Head southwest on Kon. Julianaplein toward Rijnstraat (96 m)
  2. Turn left onto Rijnstraat (120 m)
  3. Turn right onto Turfmarkt (450 m)
  4. Continue onto Spuiplein, Amare will be on the left.

For precise navigation, we recommend using Google Maps for a detailed route.

By public transportation:

Starting from Den Haag Centraal, you have several convenient options for reaching Amare. You can catch one of the following buses:

  1. Bus 22 (heading towards Duindorp)
  2. Bus 24 (heading towards Rijswijk)
  3. Bus 28 (heading towards Zuiderstrand)
  4. Bus 29 (heading towards Rijswijk)

The bus ride to Amare takes approximately 5 minutes. Be sure to disembark at the 'Nieuwe Haven' bus station, which is your stop. From there, it's just a brief 2-minute stroll to reach the stunning Amare building.

  • The round-trip cost for this journey is approximately €1.23.

Fokker Terminal

By public transportation:

To reach the event location, Fokker Terminal, from The Hague Central Station, follow these steps:

  1. Begin by taking a short 1-minute walk to the "Bushalte Centraal Station Busplatform".

  2. Board bus number 28, heading in the direction of Station Voorburg, from platform O.

  3. Disembark at the Zonweg bus stop, which is only a 3-minute walk away from the Fokker Terminal.

The round-trip fare for this journey is approximately €1.54.

By taxi:

A taxi ride from The Hague Central Station to Fokker Terminal takes approx. 6 minutes, depending on the traffic.

  • The costs for this journey are approx. €11,-.

Louwman Museum

By public transportation:

To conveniently reach the Louwman Museum from The Hague Central Station, follow these simple steps:

  1. Start with a brief 1-minute walk to the "Bushalte Centraal Station Busplatform" bus stop.

  2. Board the Arriva Qliner Bus 385, which is headed in the direction of Station via Noordwijk, from platform S.

  3. Disembark at the Louwman Museum bus stop, conveniently located right in front of the museum itself.

The cost for this round-trip journey is approximately €1.82.

By taxi:

A taxi ride from The Hague Central Station to Louwman Museum takes approx. 10 minutes, depending on the traffic.

  • The costs for this journey are approx. €15,-.

Museon Omniversum

By public transportation:

Starting from The Hague Central Station:

  1. Walk for approximately 2 minutes to platform E, situated outside, and board tram 17 heading in the direction of Statenkwartier.
  2. The tram will take around 14 minutes.
  3. Disembark at Tramhalte Kunstmuseum.
  4. Complete your journey with a 6-minute walk to the Omniversum.
  • The cost for this journey is approximately €1.92 each way.

By taxi:

A taxi ride from The Hague Central Station to Louwman Museum takes approx. 12 minutes, depending on the traffic.

  • The costs for this journey are approx. €20,-.

Got some free time? Be sure to check out:

Panorama Mesdag

By public transportation:

From The Hague Central Station, walk approx. 1 minute to the bus stop “Bushalte Centraal Station Busplatform”. Take bus nr. 24 direction Kijkduin at platform J. Get off at bus stop Mauritskade. The walk is approx. 3 minutes to event Panorama Mesdag.

  • The costs for this journey are approx. €1,36 each way.

By taxi:

A taxi ride from The Hague Central Station to Panorama Mesdag takes approx. 8 minutes, depending on the traffic.

  • The costs for this journey are approx. €10,-.

De Pier or Amrâth Kurhaus

By public transportation:

From The Hague Central Station, walk approx. 3 minutes to the tram stop “Centraal Station Beneden”. Take tram nr. 9 direction Scheveningen Noord at platform E. You get off at tram stop Kurhaus. The walk is approx. 10 minutes to the event location De Pier. De Pier is located on the right side behind the Amrâth Kurhaus Hotel.

  • The costs for this journey are approx. €1,79 each way.

By taxi:

A taxi ride from The Hague Central Station to the Amrâth Kurhaus Hotel or event location De Pier, Scheveningen takes approx. 10 - 15 minutes, depending on the traffic.

  • The costs for this journey are approx. €25,-.

Tips and Tricks

  • If you do not know how to get from destination A to B by public transport, it is recommended to use 9292.nl/en - your Dutch online travel partner.
  • 9292.nl is a travel planner site and app to arrange your transportation by public transport. It also calculates the price of your journey and is most accurate.
  • Another great option that is familiar by many is Google Maps.
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