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18:463h25Essen22:11The Hague£511One-way0 changes- 6:463h25Essen10:11The Hague£541One-way0 changes
- 8:163h55Essen12:11The Hague£581One-way0 changes
- 12:463h25Essen16:11The Hague£581One-way0 changes
- 18:463h25Essen22:11The Hague£511One-way0 changes
- 12:463h25Essen16:11The Hague£581One-way0 changes
- 6:463h25Essen10:11The Hague£541One-way0 changes
- 8:163h55Essen12:11The Hague£581One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Essen to The Hague
The cheapest option from Essen to The Hague is coach, with an average price of £16. Omio recommends booking the bus, as it is the most popular option from Essen to The Hague among Omio users. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg.
Distance: 199 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£52 Average Price | £16 Average Price Cheapest option | £312 Average Price |
3h 26m Average total duration Fastest option 2h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 52m Average total duration 4h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 57m Average total duration 4h 57m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.5kg CO2 emissions | 0.6 - 1.2kg CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Essen to The Hague train times
The table below shows live departures for Essen to The Hague trains for tomorrow, Friday 3 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 6:46 Essen | 3h25 | 10:11 The Hague | 0 changesdirect | |
| 8:16 Essen | 3h55 | 12:11 The Hague | 0 changesdirect | |
| 12:46 Essen | 3h25 | 16:11 The Hague | 0 changesdirect | |
| 18:46 Essen | 3h25 | 22:11 The Hague | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Essen to The Hague
Germany
Netherlands
Typically, there are 7 trains per day from Essen to The Hague, including direct trains, taking around 2h 56m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £27 but you can travel from only £12 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:06, the last at 23:45. The fastest train covers the 199 km distance in 2h 47m.
Distance 199 km |
Average train duration 2h 56m |
Lowest ticket price £27 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 2h 47m |
First train 0:06 |
Last train 23:45 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn, VIAS Rail GmbH, Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) from Essen to The Hague trainsDeutsche Bahn, VIAS Rail GmbH, Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) trains will get you between Essen and The Hague from £12. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
VIAS Rail GmbH
Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional)
FAQs: Essen to The Hague train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Essen 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.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Essen and The Hague
Most Essen to The Hague trains use the Essen Hbf to Den Haag Centraal station pair, with some services arriving at Den Haag Hs. Use this guide to compare Essen and The Hague train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Essen station do trains to The Hague leave from?
Getting to Essen Hbf from Essen city centre
Essen Hbf train station facilities and services
Essen Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Bollywood Express - Pizza & More, Kiepenkerl, Cafe Extrablatt, Tacos
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Essen Hbf. ATMs are available at Essen Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Essen Hbf. Information desks are available at Essen Hbf.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Essen Hbf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Essen Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Essen Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Essen Hbf.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Ambassador, Gästearpartment Dahl, WG-Hotel im Unperfekthaus, Motel One.
Getting to Essen-Steele from Essen city centre
Essen-Steele is 4 km from Essen city centre. Public transport options include:
Essen-Steele train station facilities and services
Essen-Steele has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Bootshaus Ruhreck, Da Vinici, Asia-Nudeln, Bacchos
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Essen-Steele. ATMs are available at Essen-Steele.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Essen-Steele. Information desks are available at Essen-Steele.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Essen-Steele. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Essen-Steele: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Essen-Steele: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Essen-Steele.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Zur Guten Quelle, Hotel Töff-Töff, Budike.
Which The Hague station do trains from Essen arrive at?
Getting to Den Haag Centraal from The Hague city centre
Den Haag Centraal is 1 km from The Hague city centre. Public transport options include:
Den Haag Centraal train station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Pavlov, The Penthouse
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Den Haag Centraal. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Den Haag Centraal. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Den Haag Centraal: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Den Haag Centraal: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Den Haag Centraal: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Park Centraal Den Haag, Holiday Inn Express The Hague - Parliament, Novotel Den Haag City Centre.
Getting to Den Haag Hs from The Hague city centre
Den Haag Hs is 1 km from The Hague city centre. Public transport options include:
Den Haag Hs train station facilities and services
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 and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Basaal, The Penthouse Restaurant
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Den Haag Hs. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Den Haag Hs. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Den Haag Hs: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Den Haag Hs: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Den Haag Hs: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Mercure Den Haag Central, The Student Hotel The Hague, Novotel Den Haag City Centre.
Getting to Den Haag Laan v NOI from The Hague city centre
Den Haag Laan v NOI is 3 km from The Hague city centre. Public transport options include:
Den Haag Laan v NOI train station facilities and services
Den Haag Laan v NOI 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 and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Gember, The Penthouse Restaurant
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Den Haag Laan v NOI. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Den Haag Laan v NOI. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Den Haag Laan v NOI: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Den Haag Laan v NOI: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Den Haag Laan v NOI: Ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include NH Den Haag, The Hague Marriott Hotel, Babylon Hotel Den Haag.
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