City in South Holland, Netherlands
Getting around The Hague
How to get around The Hague
Trams (HTM) connect the center, beach and station; The Hague has two main stations. Cycling is easy, and trains reach Amsterdam and Rotterdam in about 30–50 minutes.
Ways to get around The Hague
| Option | Fare | Good to know |
|---|---|---|
| HTM tram and bus | From about 1 EUR plus per km with OVpay | Trams 1 and 9 serve Scheveningen; tap in and out |
| RandstadRail | Similar to trams | Light rail towards Zoetermeer and Rotterdam |
| Bicycle rental | About 12–18 EUR a day | Flat city, with good routes to the dunes |
| NS trains | Varies | Den Haag Centraal and HS serve Amsterdam, Utrecht and Schiphol |
Ride-hailing apps in The Hague
A 5 km ride costs about €13–22 ($15–25).
| App | Notes |
|---|---|
| Uber | Cars in the big cities; pricier than public transport |
| Bolt | Often cheaper than Uber in Randstad cities |
- Taxis are metered and expensive; Uber and Bolt are cheaper. Trams run frequently until about midnight.
Arriving in The Hague
Schiphol (AMS)
Direct train from Den Haag Centraal 30–40 min, about 10–12 EUR; taxi 75–100 EUR.
Rotterdam The Hague Airport (RTM)
Small airport with a few low-cost routes; bus 33 and tram or taxi, 30–40 min, about 3–4 EUR.
Driving and onward travel
- Driving: on the right. Foreign licences are valid for visitors; an IDP is advised with non-EU licences, especially in non-Latin scripts.
- Onward travel in Netherlands: Trains run every 10–30 minutes between cities; nowhere is more than about three hours away. Tap in and out with a contactless bank card (OVpay) on all public transport.
Quick answers
Is there Uber in The Hague?
Yes. Apps that work here: Uber, Bolt.
What's the best way to get around The Hague?
Trams (HTM) connect the center, beach and station; The Hague has two main stations. Cycling is easy, and trains reach Amsterdam and Rotterdam in about 30–50 minutes.
How do I get from the airport to The Hague?
Direct train from Den Haag Centraal 30–40 min, about 10–12 EUR; taxi 75–100 EUR.
Is The Hague walkable?
Walkable center.
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Sources
- NS Dutch Railways
- 9292 journey planner
- HTM The Hague public transport
- Rotterdam The Hague Airport
- The Hague official visitor guide
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