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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 15 Sept
£30
Average ticket price on 15 Sept
£30
Fastest journey on 15 Sept
2 h 39 m
Average journey duration on 15 Sept
2 h 40 m
Trains on 15 Sept
29
Distance
167 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Maastricht 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 Maastricht to The Hague will cost around £30 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £30.
To travel from Maastricht to The Hague you need to make at least one change.
S 18925+
IC 2736 · IC 1136 · SPR 5036
ST 32424+
IC 3930 · IC 1730
ST 32428+
IC 2734 · IC 1134 · SPR 5034
ST 32424+
IC 2730 · IC 1130 · SPR 5030
ST 32424+
IC 3930 · IC 1730
IC 2728 · IC 1128
IC 2732 · IC 1132
IC 2730 · IC 1130
IC 2724 · IC 1124
IC 2720 · IC 1120Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Maastricht to The Hague among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £20 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 6m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £20, while a train costs an average of £32.
Distance: 167 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£32 Average Price | £20 Average Price Cheapest | £34 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 6m Average total duration Fastest 2h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 41m Average total duration 4h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 43m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.2 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
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 Maastricht to The Hague:
A coach is £12 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Maastricht to The Hague costing on average £32.
Other travel options to The Hague take longer:
Coach takes on average 4h 11m.
The journey is about 7m faster (2h 36m by train vs 2h 43m by car) and roughly £2 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£32 vs £34). 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.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Maastricht to The Hague trains for today, Monday 14 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 20:29 Maastricht | 2h42 | 23:11 The Hague | 1 change | |
![]() | 20:59 Maastricht | 2h42 | 23:41 The Hague | 1 change | |
![]() | 21:29 Maastricht | 2h42 | 0:11 The Hague | 1 change | |
![]() | 21:59 Maastricht | 2h42 | 0:41 The Hague | 1 change | |
![]() | 22:29 Maastricht | 7h44 | 6:13 The Hague | 1 change | |
![]() | 23:59 Maastricht | 6h42 | 6:41 The Hague | 1 change | |
| Tuesday 15 September | |||||
IC 2720 · IC 1120 | 6:01 Maastricht station | 2h40 | 8:41 The Hague Centraal | 1 change | |
ST 32416+ IC 2722 · IC 1122 · SPR 5022 | 6:05 Maastricht Randwyck | 3h11 | 9:16 Den Haag Moerwijk | 3 changes | |
ST 32416+ IC 3922 · IC 1722 | 6:05 Maastricht Randwyck | 3h03 | 9:08 The Hague Centraal | 2 changes | |
ST 32416+ IC 3922 · IC 1722 | 6:11 Maastricht station | 2h57 | 9:08 The Hague Centraal | 2 changes | |
IC 2722 · IC 1122 | 6:31 Maastricht station | 2h40 | 9:11 The Hague Centraal | 1 change | |
ST 32418+ IC 3924 · IC 1724 | 6:35 Maastricht Randwyck | 3h00 | 9:35 The Hague Centraal | 2 changes | |
ST 32418+ IC 3924 · IC 1724 | 6:41 Maastricht station | 2h54 | 9:35 The Hague Centraal | 2 changes | |
S 18913+ IC 2724 · IC 1124 · SPR 5024 | 6:42 Maastricht Randwyck | 3h04 | 9:46 Den Haag Moerwijk | 3 changes | |
S 18913+ IC 2724 · IC 1124 | 6:42 Maastricht Randwyck | 2h59 | 9:41 The Hague Centraal | 2 changes | |
IC 2724 · IC 1124 | 7:01 Maastricht station | 2h40 | 9:41 The Hague Centraal | 1 change | |
ST 32420+ IC 3926 · IC 1726 | 7:05 Maastricht Randwyck | 3h00 | 10:05 The Hague Centraal | 2 changes | |
ST 32420+ IC 2726 · IC 1126 · SPR 5026 | 7:05 Maastricht Randwyck | 3h11 | 10:16 Den Haag Moerwijk | 3 changes | |
ST 32422+ IC 3928 · IC 1728 | 7:35 Maastricht Randwyck | 3h00 | 10:35 The Hague Centraal | 2 changes | |
S 18917+ IC 2728 · IC 1128 · SPR 5028 | 7:42 Maastricht Randwyck | 3h04 | 10:46 Den Haag Moerwijk | 3 changes | |
IC 2728 · IC 1128 | 8:02 Maastricht station | 2h39 | 10:41 The Hague Centraal | 1 change | |
ST 32424+ IC 2730 · IC 1130 · SPR 5030 | 8:05 Maastricht Randwyck | 3h11 | 11:16 Den Haag Moerwijk | 3 changes | |
ST 32424+ IC 1730 · IC 3930 | 8:05 Maastricht Randwyck | 3h00 | 11:05 The Hague Centraal | 2 changes | |
ST 32424+ IC 3930 · IC 1730 | 8:11 Maastricht station | 2h54 | 11:05 The Hague Centraal | 2 changes | |
IC 2730 · IC 1130 | 8:31 Maastricht station | 2h40 | 11:11 The Hague Centraal | 1 change | |
ST 32426+ IC 1732 · IC 3932 | 8:35 Maastricht Randwyck | 3h00 | 11:35 The Hague Centraal | 2 changes | |
ST 32426+ IC 3932 · IC 1732 | 8:41 Maastricht station | 2h54 | 11:35 The Hague Centraal | 2 changes | |
S 18921+ IC 2732 · IC 1132 | 8:42 Maastricht Randwyck | 2h59 | 11:41 The Hague Centraal | 2 changes | |
S 18921+ IC 2732 · IC 1132 · SPR 5032 | 8:42 Maastricht Randwyck | 3h04 | 11:46 Den Haag Moerwijk | 3 changes | |
IC 2732 · IC 1132 | 9:01 Maastricht station | 2h40 | 11:41 The Hague Centraal | 1 change | |
ST 32428+ IC 3934 · IC 1734 | 9:05 Maastricht Randwyck | 3h00 | 12:05 The Hague Centraal | 2 changes | |
ST 32428+ IC 2734 · IC 1134 · SPR 5034 | 9:05 Maastricht Randwyck | 3h11 | 12:16 Den Haag Moerwijk | 3 changes | |
ST 32430+ IC 3936 · IC 1736 | 9:35 Maastricht Randwyck | 3h00 | 12:35 The Hague Centraal | 2 changes | |
S 18925+ IC 2736 · IC 1136 · SPR 5036 | 9:42 Maastricht Randwyck | 3h04 | 12:46 Den Haag Moerwijk | 3 changes | |
ST 32432+ IC 2738 · IC 1138 · SPR 5038 | 10:05 Maastricht Randwyck | 3h11 | 13:16 Den Haag Moerwijk | 3 changes | |
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Trains from Maastricht to The Hague run on average 39 times per day, taking around 2h 36m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £30 but you can travel from only £12 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 04:22, the last at 22:29. The fastest train covers the 167 km distance in 2h 38m.
Distance 167 km |
Average train duration 2h 36m |
Cheapest ticket price £30 |
Trains per day 39 |
Fastest train 2h 38m |
First train 4:22 |
Last train 22:29 |
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Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
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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 Maastricht 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 Maastricht to The Hague trains use the Maastricht to Den Haag Centraal station pair, with some services arriving at Den Haag Moerwijk. Use this guide to compare Maastricht and The Hague train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Maastricht Randwyck is 2 km from Maastricht city centre. Public transport options include:
Maastricht Randwyck has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink options are available at Maastricht Randwyck.
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Maastricht Randwyck. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Available at Maastricht Randwyck: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Maastricht Randwyck: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Maastricht Randwyck: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include NH Maastricht, Hotel Randwyck, Apart Hotel Randwyck.
Maastricht is 1 km from Maastricht city centre. Public transport options include:
Maastricht 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 Witloof, Grand Café Maastricht Soiron
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Maastricht. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Maastricht. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Maastricht: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Maastricht: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Maastricht: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Crowne Plaza Maastricht, Hotel Beaumont, Kaboom Hotel.
Maastricht Noord is 3 km from Maastricht city centre. Public transport options include:
Maastricht Noord has practical services for this route, including Parking, Accessibility, Hotel and Car Rental.
Available at Maastricht Noord: Parking.
Available at Maastricht Noord: Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Maastricht Noord.
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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