Getting to The Hague

Although it doesn't have its own airport, The Hague has good transport connections with the rest of Europe, and visitors can arrive by boat, train plane, bus or car.

By car

The Dutch roads are very well maintained and have good signposting. The green ‘E’ indicates international highways, while all international motorways are indicated by a red ‘A’. All other major roads are indicated by a yellow sign with the letter ‘N’. The Hague is easily accessible by car from anywhere in The Netherlands.
From Amsterdam you take the A4 (E19). At Prins Clausplein follow the signposts to The Hague. From Rotterdam you take the A3 (E19) in the direction of Amsterdam. At Ypenburg, follow the signposts for The Hague via A3 (E19). From Utrecht follow A12 (E30) in the direction of The Hague. Then drive to the end of ‘Utrechtsebaan’ as far as the traffic lights, where you go left. At the next traffic lights, you have to go left again, which will then bring you into the city centre.

By rail

The Netherlands has an extensive and modern network of railways. Trains usually leave and arrive on time and are very comfortable and clean. The ‘NS’ (Netherlands Railways) connects the big cities with Intercity trains that only stop at the larger railway stations. There are two international and well-equipped train stations (The Hague Central Station and The Hague Hollands Spoor).  There is a direct connection from Amsterdam Schiphol Airport to The Hague as well as frequent trains to all other large cities in the Netherlands.

By bus

Eurolines are the main operator for international buses to the Netherlands. Most journeys require changes in Paris and the waiting time can be significant.

By air

Most visitors who choose to fly arrive at Schiphol International Airport (Amsterdam). There is a direct train connection with the city of The Hague. Travelling time is thirty minutes and the frequency is four times per hour. In addition to Schiphol Airport, there is Rotterdam Airport, a twenty minutes drive from The Hague. This airport is more orientated towards Western Europe.

By ferry

Travelling to the Netherlands by boat is straightforward. Those arriving from the United Kingdom or Scandinavia can take one of the many ferries that cross daily to and from a number of ports, very near to The Hague.

Airports

The majority of international flights arrive at Schiphol Airport, near Amsterdam. Although not as important as London or Paris, it is still a European hub and has connections to many international cities. It is by far the biggest international airport in the country. The smaller Rotterdam airport is 16 miles south-east of The Hague and has a number of useful connections to other European cities, including London.

Airport transportation

By far the easiest way of reaching The Hague from Schiphol Airport is by train. There is a good direct connection and the journey time is just 20 minutes. Departures are every fifteen minutes. Rotterdam airport has a choice of shuttle buses or taxis for the sixteen mile trip to the city centre. Hire cars are also available from either airport.