- Must visit
Marinemuseum
Major Dutch naval museum with warships, submarine visits and exhibits on maritime history. One of Den Helder’s standout attractions.
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Compare train for Tilburg to Den Helder
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Tilburg to Den Helder among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £87 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 42m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £87, while a train costs an average of £87.
Distance: 158 km
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Most popular Train | Driving |
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£87 Average Price Cheapest | £33 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 42m Average total duration Fastest 3h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 31m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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The cheapest way to travel from Tilburg to Den Helder is a train with an average price of £87.
The fastest way to travel from Tilburg to Den Helder is by train with an average journey time of 3h 12m.
Yes, you can take a train between Tilburg and Den Helder.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.
Tickets start at around £87 compared to roughly £33 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £-54.01. The journey takes 3h 12m versus 2h 31m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
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Overview: Train from Tilburg to Den Helder
NetherlandsNetherlands
Trains from Tilburg to Den Helder run on average 24 times per day, taking around 3h 12m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £73 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:04, the last at 21:08. The fastest train covers the 158 km distance in 2h 49m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 158 km |
Average train duration 3h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price £73 |
Trains per day 24 |
Fastest train 2h 49m |
First train 5:04 |
Last train 21:08 |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Train companies: Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) from Tilburg to Den Helder trainsNederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) trains will get you between Tilburg and Den Helder from £73. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS)
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) Duration
2h 49m
Cheapest Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) Price
£73
Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) frequency
17 a day
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Things to do in Den Helder
Discover the best of Den Helder — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Den Helder trip today.
- Recommended
Nationaal Reddingmuseum Dorus Rijkers
Small rescue museum about the Dutch lifeboat service, with boats and volunteer stories. A personable local museum near the coast.
- Recommended
Noordzeeaquarium Fort Kijkduin
Aquarium and North Sea museum inside Fort Kijkduin, combining marine life with coastal history. Popular with families and casual visitors.
- Must visit
Strand van Huisduinen
Popular sandy beach backed by dunes and sea defences. Ideal for walks, sunsets and combining with nearby coastal landmarks.
- Recommended
De Donkere Duinen
Dune area and viewpoint near Huisduinen with broad North Sea views. A rewarding place for walking and experiencing the coast.
- Recommended
Huisduinen
Village-like coastal quarter with lighthouse, sea wall and historic atmosphere. Excellent for a slower walk away from the town centre.
Hollandse garnalencocktail
Cold salad of tiny North Sea shrimp with mayonnaise, often on bread. A classic Dutch coastal bite closely tied to North Holland fishing culture.
Kibbeling
Lightly battered and fried cod or whiting, served hot with remoulade or garlic sauce. A staple from Dutch fish stalls in North Sea towns.
- Gluten-free
Hollandse nieuwe haring
Raw lightly cured herring, usually with onion and gherkin. It is one of the most traditional Dutch seafood snacks and common in harbour towns.
Visrestaurant Kade 60
Popular harbour-area seafood restaurant known for fresh fish dishes and a relaxed maritime atmosphere.
Nogal Wiedus
Well-known restaurant in Willemsoord serving seafood, grill dishes and drinks in a lively historic dockyard setting.
Stoom
Stylish dining venue in Den Helder with modern French and Dutch cooking, suited to a more refined evening meal.
Euro (€)
Moderate for the Netherlands: hotels and dining cost more than smaller EU towns, but local buses, ferries and casual meals are manageable for most travellers.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- €10-15 for fast food or a simple lunch.
- Mid-range
- €20-35 per person for a restaurant meal.
- Fine dining
- €55+ per person for upscale dining.
- Coffee
- €3-4 for a cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for good service in restaurants. Taxis are often rounded up. Small change is fine in cafés.
FAQs: Tilburg to Den Helder train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Tilburg to Den Helder 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 Den Helder, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The cost of a train ticket from Tilburg to Den Helder can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £73, while the average price tends to be around £87.
The train journey from Tilburg to Den Helder covers a distance of 158 km and takes approximately 2h 49m. Trains run 24 per day.
The train distance from Tilburg to Den Helder is 158 km.
The first train from Tilburg to Den Helder leaves at 5:04.
The last train from Tilburg to Den Helder departs at 21:08.
Trains from Tilburg to Den Helder run approximately 24 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Tilburg to Den Helder.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Tilburg to Den Helder.
To travel from Tilburg to Den Helder, you can take a train.
There is no night train service from Tilburg to Den Helder.
The train station in Tilburg that goes to Den Helder is Tilburg station, and it arrives at Den Helder station.
The cheapest way to get from Tilburg to Den Helder is by train, costing approximately £73.
Booking trains from Tilburg to Den Helder in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Tilburg to Den Helder offers a varied landscape, featuring charming towns, lush green fields, and the occasional view of Dutch waterways, providing a pleasant and picturesque travel experience.
A day trip from Tilburg to Den Helder is not feasible as the journey duration is 2h 49m. However, with 167 trips per day available for trains, you have flexibility in planning your travel.
To fully explore Den Helder, including its maritime attractions, museums, and nearby natural reserves, a stay of two to three days is generally sufficient.
Yes, you can take the train from Tilburg to Den Helder.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Tilburg and Den Helder
Most Tilburg to Den Helder trains use the Tilburg to Den Helder Zuid station pair, with some services arriving at Den Helder. Use this guide to compare Tilburg and Den Helder train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Departure train stations in Tilburg
Arrival train stations in Den Helder
Which Tilburg station do trains to Den Helder leave from?
Trains from Tilburg to Den Helder leave from Tilburg. The station is 1 km from Tilburg city centre at Spoorlaan 35, 5038 CB Tilburg, Netherlands.
TilburgSpoorlaan 35, 5038 CB Tilburg, Netherlands+31 30 751 5155
City-centre transport
Getting to Tilburg from Tilburg city centre
Bus1, 2 · 13m · £0.90 · every ~13 min
Tilburg train station facilities and services
Tilburg 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 and drink
Food options include: Restaurant De Houtloods, Eethuis Twintig
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Tilburg. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Tilburg. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Tilburg: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Tilburg: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Tilburg: Ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Mercure Hotel Tilburg Centrum, ibis Tilburg, Bastion Hotel Tilburg.
Tilburg UniversiteitWarandelaan 2, 5037 AB Tilburg, Netherlands
City-centre transport
Getting to Tilburg Universiteit from Tilburg city centre
Tilburg Universiteit is 2 km from Tilburg city centre. Public transport options include:
TrainSprinter · 4m · £0.90 · every ~8 min
Bus2, 3 · 8m · £0.90 · every ~10 min
Tilburg Universiteit train station facilities and services
Tilburg Universiteit 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
Food and drink options are available at Tilburg Universiteit.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Tilburg Universiteit. Information desks are located near the entrance.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Tilburg Universiteit: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Tilburg Universiteit: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Tilburg Universiteit: Ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Auberge du Bonheur, Van der Valk Hotel Tilburg, Bastion Hotel Tilburg.
Which Den Helder station do trains from Tilburg arrive at?
Trains from Tilburg to Den Helder most often arrive at Den Helder. Some services arrive at Den Helder Zuid, so check your ticket before travel to confirm your Den Helder arrival station.
Den HelderStationsplein 1, 1781 CA Den Helder, Netherlands+31 900 9292
City-centre transport
Getting to Den Helder from Den Helder city centre
Bus31 · 2m · £0.90 · every ~2 min
Den Helder train station facilities and services
Den Helder has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Stoom, De Oude Gast
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Den Helder. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Den Helder. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Den Helder: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Den Helder: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Den Helder: Ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Den Helder, Forest Hotel, Hotel Wienerhof.
Den Helder Zuid1785 Den Helder, Netherlands
City-centre transport
Getting to Den Helder Zuid from Den Helder city centre
Den Helder Zuid is 3 km from Den Helder city centre. Public transport options include:
TrainIntercity · 4m · £0.90 · every ~5 min
Bus34, 30, 31, 32, 158 · 11m · £2 · every ~7 min
Den Helder Zuid train station facilities and services
Den Helder Zuid has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Den Helder Zuid.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Den Helder Zuid.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Den Helder Zuid: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Den Helder Zuid: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Den Helder Zuid.
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