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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 18 Sept
£34
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£63
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
2 h 4 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
2 h 7 m
Trains on 18 Sept
13
Distance
121 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Ghent 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 Ghent to The Hague will cost around £63 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £34.
To travel from Ghent to The Hague you need to make at least 2 changes.
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1132Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Ghent 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 2h 52m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £15, while a train costs an average of £36.
Distance: 121 km
| Train | Most popular Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£36 Average Price | £15 Average Price Cheapest | £34 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 52m Average total duration Fastest 2h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 54m Average total duration 2h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 27m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Ghent to The Hague:
A coach is £22 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Ghent to The Hague costing on average £36.
Other travel options to The Hague take longer:
Coach takes on average 2h 24m.
You'll arrive about 5m sooner (2h 22m by train vs 2h 27m by car). Tickets start at around £36 compared to roughly £34 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 Ghent to The Hague trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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19711+ 9315+ 1132 | 9:27 Ghent St Pieters | 2h14 | 11:41 The Hague Centraal | 2 changes | |
19711+ 2330+ 9315 | 9:27 Ghent St Pieters | 2h04 | 11:31 Den Haag HS | 2 changes | |
19711+ 9535+ 3543 | 9:27 Ghent St Pieters | 2h14 | 11:41 Den Haag HS | 2 changes | |
19707+ 9321+ 2334 | 10:27 Ghent St Pieters | 2h04 | 12:31 Den Haag HS | 2 changes | |
19707+ 9539+ 3547 | 10:27 Ghent St Pieters | 2h14 | 12:41 Den Haag HS | 2 changes | |
19707+ 1136+ 9321 | 10:27 Ghent St Pieters | 2h14 | 12:41 The Hague Centraal | 2 changes | |
19709+ 9543+ 3551 | 11:27 Ghent St Pieters | 2h14 | 13:41 Den Haag HS | 2 changes | |
19709+ 9543+ 5040 | 11:27 Ghent St Pieters | 2h27 | 13:54 The Hague Centraal | 2 changes | |
1811+ 9329+ 1142 | 11:53 Ghent St Pieters | 2h18 | 14:11 The Hague Centraal | 2 changes | |
1811+ 9329+ 2240 | 11:53 Ghent St Pieters | 2h08 | 14:01 Den Haag HS | 2 changes | |
19715+ 9439 | 13:27 Ghent St Pieters | 1h35 | 15:02 Rotterdam Centraal | 1 change | |
19715+ 9339 | 13:27 Ghent St Pieters | 1h35 | 15:02 Rotterdam Centraal | 1 change | |
19715+ 9339 | 13:36 Ghent-Dampoort | 1h26 | 15:02 Rotterdam Centraal | 1 change | |
19715+ 9439 | 13:36 Ghent-Dampoort | 1h26 | 15:02 Rotterdam Centraal | 1 change | |
| Friday 18 September | |||||
19701+ 9531+ 3539 | 8:27 Ghent St Pieters | 2h18 | 10:45 Den Haag HS | 2 changes | |
19701+ 1128+ 9309 | 8:27 Ghent St Pieters | 2h14 | 10:41 The Hague Centraal | 2 changes | |
19701+ 9309+ 2326 | 8:27 Ghent St Pieters | 2h04 | 10:31 Den Haag HS | 2 changes | |
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Trains from Ghent to The Hague run on average 15 times per day, taking around 2h 22m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £24 but you can travel from only £10 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:55, the last at 23:25. The fastest train covers the 121 km distance in 2h 14m.
Distance 121 km |
Average train duration 2h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price £24 |
Trains per day 15 |
Fastest train 2h 14m |
First train 4:55 |
Last train 23:25 |
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Best time to book 14 days |
Discover the best of The Hague — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect The Hague trip today.
Mauritshuis displays Dutch and Flemish masters in a refined palace setting, including Vermeer’s Girl with a Pearl Earring and other celebrated works.
Kunstmuseum Den Haag is known for modern art, design and decorative arts, with strong Mondrian holdings in an impressive early 20th-century building.
Escher in Het Paleis presents mind-bending prints by M.C. Escher in a former royal palace, blending optical illusion, art and playful displays.
The city’s beach district combines a broad promenade, pier, sea views and lively public spaces. It is ideal for walking and experiencing the coast.
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.
Raw herring is served with chopped onion and pickles. It is a classic Dutch seaside snack strongly associated with nearby Scheveningen fishing traditions.
Small pan-fried cod pieces in batter, usually eaten with garlic or remoulade sauce. A beloved North Sea fish snack common in The Hague and Scheveningen.
Smoked eel has a rich, oily flavour and reflects Dutch waterside food culture. It is a traditional delicacy often eaten simply with bread or on its own.
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.
Popular casual spot for fresh herring, kibbeling and fried fish close to Scheveningen harbour, with quick counter service.
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 Ghent 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 Ghent to The Hague trains use the Gent St Pieters to Den Haag Centraal station pair, with some services arriving at Den Haag Hs. Use this guide to compare Ghent and The Hague train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Gent St Pieters is 1 km from Ghent city centre. Public transport options include:
Gent St Pieters has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: De Graslei, Restaurant Patrick Foley's
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Gent St Pieters. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Gent St Pieters. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Gent St Pieters: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Gent St Pieters: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Gent St Pieters: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include NH Gent Sint Pieters, Hotel Carlton, Astoria Hotel Gent.
Gent-Dampoort is 1 km from Ghent city centre. Public transport options include:
Gent-Dampoort 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: De Graslei, Amadeus Ghent 1
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Gent-Dampoort. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Gent-Dampoort. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Gent-Dampoort: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Gent-Dampoort: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Gent-Dampoort: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Adagio Access Gent Centrum Dampoort, Hotel Cathedral, Ibis Gent Centrum St-Baafs Kathedraal.
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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