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Trip Summary
99 trains operate daily from The Hague to Herford. The train trip from The Hague to Herford is usually about 5 hours and 54 minutes long. However, traveling on the fastest DB Intercity train can get you there in as little as 4 hours and 19 minutes.
| Distance | 186 mi (299 km) |
| Fastest train | 4h 19m |
| Lowest price | $29.93 |
| Most frequent service | Deutsche Bahn |
| Train lines | 3 |
Which train should you take from The Hague to Herford?
There are 3 train lines with service from The Hague to Herford. Deutsche Bahn is the most popular choice with travelers, offering scheduled service on 42 trains each day.
| Train | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| DB Intercity | 26 | 5h 6m | $62.40 |
| Deutsche Bahn | 42 | 5h 36m | $71.05 |
| Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company | 52 | 7h 2m | $71.99 |
Deutsche Bahn IC is the German railway's long-distance train service provider with service across Germany and neighboring countries, including the Netherlands, Denmark, Switzerland, and Poland. Onboard amenities include restrooms, power outlets, and a restaurant car where passengers can purchase drinks, snacks, and meals.
Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company train tickets from The Hague to Herford start from $30, and on average cost . Daily there are 52 Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company schedules to Herford. Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company in The Hague leaves from Den Haag Laan van Nieuw Oost Indie and 4 other stations. And in Herford trains arrive at Train Station .
From The Hague to Herford train travel on Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company takes 7 hours and 2 minutes. If you are looking to get to Herford faster, Deutsche Bahn with non-federally owned railway company offers more express schedule options with a travel time of 4 hours and 19 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
The distance between The Hague and Herford is approximately 186 miles, or 299 kilometers. The average train journey between these two cities takes 5 hours and 54 minutes, although the absolute fastest you could get there is 4 hours and 19 minutes.
Looking for ways to pass the time? Most trains are equipped with Wi-Fi, which means you can stream music, browse social media or get some work done during your ride. That said, in case your train has a spotty signal, or is among the few without Wi-Fi, we also recommend downloading TV shows and movies to your mobile device in advance of your trip. That way the ride will fly by whatever the Wi-Fi situation.
On a weekly basis, the greatest number of passengers tend to travel by trains from The Hague to Herford on Thursday. Tickets for Thursday tend to also be the most expensive. For savvy travelers looking for cheaper priced tickets search for travel departing on Thursday. Thursday also tend to have less passengers which may make boarding faster and let you snag your perfect seat.
The earliest train departs The Hague at 12:00am while the last train of the day leaves at 11:00pm. To see all scheduled departure times, use the search function on this page to get the full schedule for your specific travel dates.
There are 99 scheduled trains on most days. Unfortunately, none of them are direct connections, so you will need to disembark from your original train and board a connecting train during your journey. Don't forget to bring your carry-on luggage when you switch trains. In some instances, you may also be responsible for transferring your own checked baggage.
You can also take a train for your return trip from Herford to The Hague.
City Information
Station Information
Where is the train station in The Hague?
Main departure station: Den Haag Laan van Nieuw Oost Indie
Because some trains make multiple stops before leaving the city, there are 5 stops and stations in The Hague where you can board the train.
All train stations in The Hague:
Den Haag Laan van Nieuw Oost Indie
Bus Station
Den Haag Moerwijk
Den Haag Ypenburg
Prins Bernhardviaduct
Where is the train station in Herford?
Main arrival station: Train Station
Herford has one train station.
All train stations in Herford:
Train Station
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