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Trains make it so easy to hop from Brussels to The Hague. There are plenty of SNCB and NS services running on a daily basis from Brussels over the Belgium-Netherlands border to The Hague. You'll see some lovely scenery out of the windows as you travel, and you'll arrive in under two hours.
At The Hague, you'll be surrounded by some of the finest Gothic-style architecture in all of Western Europe. Visit the Binnehof to see some of the city's prettiest buildings or take a tour of Noordeinde Palace. You can also choose to admire world-famous art at the Mauritshuis museum or take a stroll around the Denneweg area, home to some of The Hague's best cafés and bars.
Read on to learn more about this train journey, including train times and FAQs.
It takes an average of 2h 19m to travel from Brussels to The Hague by train, over a distance of around 85 miles (137 km). There are normally 19 trains per day travelling from Brussels to The Hague and tickets for this journey start from £41.66 when you book in advance.
First train | 05:45 | |
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Last train | 21:55 | |
Departure station | Brussels | |
Arrival station | The Hague | |
Journey time | From 1h 49m | |
Distance | 85 miles (137 km) | |
Frequency | 19 trains per day | |
Changes | 1 change | |
Price | From £41.66 | |
Train and bus operators | BlaBlaCar Bus, Flixbus |
Most of the train companies across Europe release their tickets around three to six months in advance, many of which can be cheaper the earlier you book. If you know the dates you want to travel, you may be able to find some cheaper train tickets from Brussels to The Hague by booking early.§
Many of the train services in Europe are also popular commuter services, lots of train companies increase ticket prices during “peak hours” (generally between 06:00 – 10:00 and 15:00 – 19:00 on weekdays). If you can, consider travelling outside of peak hours to find lower priced tickets.
On some of the busier routes, you might also have the option to take a slower or connecting train. It may take a little longer than some high-speed or direct services, but if you have a little extra time on your hands, you might find a cheaper fare. Plus, you'll have more time to enjoy the view of the countryside!
Take a look at our handy guides to find out when train operators release their special deals and offers to see if you can find cheap European train tickets for your journey.
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The average journey time by train between Brussels and The Hague is 2 hours and 19 minutes, with around 19 trains per day. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.
The fastest journey time by train from Brussels to The Hague is 1 hour and 49 minutes.
Train ticket prices from Brussels to The Hague can start from as little as £41.66 when you book in advance. The cost of tickets can vary depending on the time of day, route and class you book and are usually more expensive if you book on the day.
No, there are no direct train services from Brussels to The Hague. Travelling from Brussels to The Hague by train will require a minimum of 1 change.
The first train from Brussels to The Hague leaves at 05:45. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.
The last train from Brussels to The Hague leaves at 21:55. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.
Trains travelling from Brussels to The Hague cover a distance of around 85 miles (137 km) during the journey.
If you’re looking for the return train journey, check out trains from The Hague to Brussels. If you’re looking for other options, you can also catch the bus from Brussels to The Hague.