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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.
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hengelo to The Hague among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £23 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 43m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £23, while a train costs an average of £31.
Distance: 171 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£31 Average Price | £23 Average Price Cheapest | £33 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 43m Average total duration Fastest 2h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 37m Average total duration 6h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 17m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Hengelo to The Hague:
A coach is £8 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Hengelo to The Hague costing on average £31.
Other travel options to The Hague take longer:
Coach takes on average 6h 7m.
The journey is about 4m faster (2h 13m by train vs 2h 17m by car) and roughly £2 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£31 vs £33). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with Intercity, NS Domestic, Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS).
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
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Trains from Hengelo to The Hague run on average 56 times per day, taking around 2h 13m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £30 but you can travel from only £14 by coach.
There are 9 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:06, the last at 23:25. The fastest train covers the 171 km distance in 2h 11m.
Distance 171 km |
Average train duration 2h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price £30 |
Trains per day 56 |
Direct trains 9 |
Fastest train 2h 11m |
First train 4:06 |
Last train 23:25 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 14 days |
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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 Hengelo 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 Hengelo to The Hague trains use the Hengelo to Den Haag Centraal station pair, with some services arriving at Den Haag Moerwijk. Use this guide to compare Hengelo and The Hague train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Hengelo Oost is 1 km from Hengelo city centre. Public transport options include:
Hengelo Oost has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Hengelo Oost.
ATMs are available at Hengelo Oost.
Available at Hengelo Oost: Parking, Taxis.
Available at Hengelo Oost: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hengelo Oost.
Hengelo 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: IKEA Restaurant Hengelo, Restaurant Intenzo, Humphrey's Hengelo
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Hengelo. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Hengelo. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Hengelo: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Hengelo: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hengelo: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Van der Valk Hotel Hengelo, City Hotel Hengelo, Stravinsky Eten · Drinken · Slapen.
Hengelo Gezondheidspark is 1 km from Hengelo city centre. Public transport options include:
Hengelo Gezondheidspark has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Hengelo Gezondheidspark.
ATMs are available at Hengelo Gezondheidspark.
Available at Hengelo Gezondheidspark: Parking.
Available at Hengelo Gezondheidspark: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hengelo Gezondheidspark.
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.
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.
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