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Mauritshuis
Mauritshuis displays Dutch and Flemish masters in a refined palace setting, including Vermeer’s Girl with a Pearl Earring and other celebrated works.
Cheapest price on 23 Sept
£17
Average ticket price on 23 Sept
£17
Fastest journey on 23 Sept
1 h 19 m
Average journey duration on 23 Sept
1 h 21 m
Trains on 23 Sept
14
Distance
69 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Alkmaar to The Hague is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Alkmaar to The Hague will cost around £17 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £17.
To travel from Alkmaar to The Hague you need to make at least 2 changes.
SPR 4820 · IC 2325 · IC 3124
IC 2729 · SPR 8429 · IC 3522 · SPR 4320
IC 3029 · IC 2123
SPR 4818 · IC 2223 · IC 3122
IC 2731 · SPR 8431 · IC 3524 · SPR 4322
IC 2733 · SPR 8433 · IC 3526
IC 2731 · SPR 8431 · IC 3524
IC 2729 · SPR 8429 · IC 3522
IC 2729 · SPR 8429 · IC 3522 · SPR 4320
IC 2731 · SPR 8431 · IC 3524 · SPR 4322Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Alkmaar to The Hague among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £15 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 48m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £15, while a train costs an average of £17.
Distance: 69 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£17 Average Price | £15 Average Price Cheapest | £14 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 48m Average total duration Fastest 1h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 7m Average total duration 2h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 22m 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 Alkmaar to The Hague:
A coach is £3 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Alkmaar to The Hague costing on average £17.
Other travel options to The Hague take longer:
Coach takes on average 2h 37m.
You'll arrive about 4m sooner (1h 18m by train vs 1h 22m by car). Tickets start at around £17 compared to roughly £14 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 Alkmaar to The Hague trains for tomorrow, Wednesday 23 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IC 2729 · SPR 8429 · IC 3522 · SPR 4320 | 7:57 Alkmaar station | 1h23 | 9:20 The Hague Centraal | 3 changes | |
IC 2729 · SPR 8429 · IC 3522 | 7:57 Alkmaar station | 1h19 | 9:16 Den Haag HS | 2 changes | |
IC 2729 · SPR 8429 · IC 3522 · SPR 5221 | 7:57 Alkmaar station | 1h26 | 9:23 Den Haag Moerwijk | 3 changes | |
SPR 4818 · IC 2223 · SPR 5023 | 8:04 Alkmaar station | 1h38 | 9:42 Den Haag Moerwijk | 2 changes | |
SPR 4818 · IC 2223 · IC 3122 | 8:04 Alkmaar station | 1h25 | 9:29 The Hague Centraal | 2 changes | |
SPR 4818 · IC 2223 | 8:04 Alkmaar station | 1h24 | 9:28 Den Haag HS | 1 change | |
IC 3029 · IC 2123 | 8:13 Alkmaar station | 1h26 | 9:39 The Hague Centraal | 1 change | |
IC 3029 · IC 2123 · SPR 5223 | 8:13 Alkmaar station | 1h40 | 9:53 Den Haag Moerwijk | 2 changes | |
IC 2731 · SPR 8431 · IC 3524 | 8:27 Alkmaar station | 1h19 | 9:46 Den Haag HS | 2 changes | |
IC 2731 · SPR 8431 · IC 3524 · SPR 4322 | 8:27 Alkmaar station | 1h23 | 9:50 The Hague Centraal | 3 changes | |
IC 2731 · SPR 8431 · IC 3524 · SPR 5223 | 8:27 Alkmaar station | 1h26 | 9:53 Den Haag Moerwijk | 3 changes | |
SPR 4820 · IC 2325 · IC 3124 | 8:34 Alkmaar station | 1h25 | 9:59 The Hague Centraal | 2 changes | |
SPR 4820 · IC 2325 | 8:34 Alkmaar station | 1h24 | 9:58 Den Haag HS | 1 change | |
IC 2733 · SPR 8433 · IC 3526 | 8:57 Alkmaar station | 1h19 | 10:16 Den Haag HS | 2 changes | |
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Trains from Alkmaar to The Hague run on average 17 times per day, taking around 1h 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £17 but you can travel from only £8 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 69 km distance in 1h 0m.
Distance 69 km |
Average train duration 1h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price £17 |
Trains per day 17 |
Fastest train 1h 0m |
First train 0:02 |
Last train 23:57 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 1 day |
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This forested parkland near the centre offers ponds, paths and stately avenues. It is a peaceful local favourite for walks and outdoor breaks.
Elegant shopping street lined with historic facades, galleries and boutiques. It links key central sights and is one of the city’s most attractive walks.
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Refined dining room in a grand former city palace, serving modern French cuisine in an elegant setting.
Historic seafood restaurant near the harbour, known for North Sea fish, shellfish and a classic brasserie feel.
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Moderate for the Randstad: hotels and dining are pricier than smaller Dutch cities, but trams and casual meals are manageable for most visitors.
Service is included. Round up or leave 5-10% in restaurants for good service. Taxis are usually rounded up. In cafés, small change or rounding up is common.
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Den Haag Centraal -> Grote Markt, The Hague
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Alkmaar 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 Alkmaar to The Hague trains use the Alkmaar to Den Haag Centraal station pair, with some services arriving at Den Haag Hs. Use this guide to compare Alkmaar and The Hague train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Alkmaar 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: Restaurant De Binnenkomer, Bistro De 13 Balcken
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Alkmaar. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Alkmaar. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Alkmaar: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Alkmaar: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Alkmaar.
Nearby hotels include Amrâth Hotel Alkmaar, Grand Hotel Alkmaar, Hotel Stad en Land.
Alkmaar Noord is 1 km from Alkmaar city centre. Public transport options include:
Alkmaar Noord has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Alkmaar Noord. Information desks are located near the main entrance.
Available at Alkmaar Noord: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Alkmaar Noord: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Alkmaar Noord: Ramps, restrooms.
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 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 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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