Engineering works Rotterdam Centraal – Den Haag
In 2026, ProRail has been working hard to improve the tracks between Rotterdam and Den Haag. Scroll down to find out what that means for your journey. And plan your journey up to 10 days in advance using the Travel Planner.
Engineering works in the Rotterdam - Den Haag area 2026
In 2026, ProRail has worked hard to improve the tracks between Rotterdam and Den Haag. Scroll down to find out what that means for your journey. You can also plan your journey up to 10 days in advance using the Travel Planner.
Engineering works around station Den Haag Centraal
ProRail is completely redesigning the tracks at Den Haag Centraal. This will enable trains to travel faster and increase the reliability of the timetable, no matter whether you are travelling to Leiden, Gouda, Utrecht or Rotterdam. These engineering works are expected to be completed early in 2026.
Adjusted final station for the Dordrecht - Den Haag Sprinter.
During the engineering works, four of the Sprinters along the Dordrecht - Den Haag Centraal route will be running to Den Haag HS. The remaining two will continue from Den Haag HS to Den Haag Centraal.
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Thursday 29 and Friday 30 January
No trains will be running between Den Haag Centraal and Den Haag HS/Voorburg.
Travelling between Den Haag Centraal and Den Haag HS/Gouda/Delft (or further)? Then travel via Den Haag Laan van NOI. Early in the morning and late in the evening, buses will be running between Den Haag Centraal and Den Haag HS.
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Saturday 31 January and Sunday 1 February
No trains will be running between Den Haag Centraal and Den Haag HS/Den Haag Ypenburg/Den Haag Mariahoeve.
There will also be no trains running between Den Haag HS and Den Haag Mariahoeve. If you are planning to travel between Leiden and Rotterdam, then you should travel via Gouda.
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Monday 2 to Friday 6 February
No trains will be running between Den Haag Centraal and Den Haag HS/Den Haag Ypenburg.
Travelling from Den Haag Centraal to Den Haag HS/Delft (or further)? If so, then travel via Den Haag Laan van NOI. Travelling from Den Haag Centraal to Gouda/Utrecht (or further)? If so, then travel via Leiden Centraal.
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Saturday 7 February 1:00 - 9:00 am
During the night of Friday 6 to Saturday 7 February, there will be no trains running between Den Haag Centraal and Den Haag HS/Delft, and between Delft/Den Haag HS and Leiden Centraal. There will be replacement buses running along those routes.
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Saturday 7 February 9:00 am - Sunday 8 February
No trains will be running between Den Haag Centraal and Den Haag HS/Den Haag Ypenburg.
- Travelling from Den Haag Centraal to Den Haag HS/Delft (or further)? If so, then travel via Den Haag Laan van NOI.
- Travelling from Den Haag Centraal to Gouda/Utrecht (or further)? If so, then travel via Leiden Centraal.
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Monday 9 to Sunday 15 February
No trains will be running between Den Haag Centraal and Den Haag HS. Travelling from Den Haag Centraal to Den Haag HS/Delft (or further)? If so, then travel via Den Haag Laan van NOI.
On Saturday 14 and Sunday 15 February, there will also be no trains running between Leiden Centraal and Haarlem. If you are planning to travel between Leiden Centraal and Haarlem, then you should travel via Schiphol Airport or take the NS bus between Leiden Centraal and Haarlem.
Please bear in mind that public transport will be crowded, and you may have to wait longer. You can plan your journey beforehand in the NS app.
Important: You cannot use your NS ticket on the E metro line between Rotterdam Centraal and Den Haag Centraal. The E metro line may be extremely busy.
Extra OV-fiets bikes at The Hague HS
We will be placing 100 extra OV-bikes at The Hague HS station during the works. This will make it easy for you to cycle into the city by renting an OV-fiets.
Engineering work around Rotterdam Centraal
ProRail is working to improve the railway tracks around Rotterdam. The train safety system in the technical areas at Rotterdam is reaching the end of its 25-year lifespan and therefore needs to be replaced.
This system ensures the effective operation of the signals and points. The new system will become operational at the end of 2026.
Plan your journey in the NS app
Before you leave, plan your journey from door to door in the NS app or the Travel Planner. That way, you're guaranteed to have the most up-to-date travel recommendation. And
- receive notifications about your journey;
- find an estimate of how crowded the train is.
Frequently asked questions
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Can I get a refund if my trip is delayed?
When we schedule works, we also update the itineraries and travel time in the Travel Planner. Your travel time may be longer than usual. Because the works are scheduled in advance, we cannot offer a refund if you reach your destination later than usual.
You are entitled for a refund if your train is delayed by 30 minutes or more relative to the timetable given in the Travel Planner.
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Do I get a discount because I have a season ticket and cannot travel on my route?
No, you will not receive a discount because it concerns pre-planned work. We provide transport in the form of NS-buses.
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Are NS replacement buses free?
No, they are not. You need a valid ticket to use rail replacement services such as the NS replacement bus. Taking the NS replacement bus for part of your journey will not increase your overall fare.
How to check in and out
Check out when you leave the train and transfer to the bus. There will be a temporary card reader near the bus. Check in before you enter the bus and check out again when you leave the bus.If you continue travelling by train after taking an NS bus, please check in and out at the station.
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Do you have a mobility problem?
Please be mindful of the following:
- The vertical gap when boarding the bus
- Long walks to and from the bus
- Prolonged standing while waiting for the bus
If NS is running replacement buses and you are in a wheelchair,
you can use our free wheelchair taxi. Call NS Travel Assistance (on 030 235 7822) or chat with NS Customer Service.Are you visually impaired and do you need help?
We will help you get to and from the rail replacement service. Call NS Travel Assistance (on 030 235 7822) or chat with NS Customer Service. -
Do detours cost more?
If you check in and out at the same stations as usual, your trip will cost the same.
Does alternative route means travelling with a different carrier?
You do not have to check in or out with the carrier if we recommend travelling with another carrier due to works. Your trip will therefore cost the same. Your NS ticket also counts as a valid ticket with other carriers.Taking an NS Bus as a rail replacement service
costs the same as regular train travel. We do ask that you check out when you leave the station and check in again when you enter the bus.Are your check in and check out more than 35 minutes apart?
Then you may have to pay more than usual, as the two legs of your trip will be seen as two distinct trips.Paid too much?
Answer these questions to figure out whether you are entitled to a refund.
See all of the Frequently Asked Questions about engineering works.
