The Municipality of The Hague is constructing a dedicated bus lane along Binckhorstlaan. This is between Wegastraat and Mercuriusweg. The work will start on Monday, October 26, and is expected to last five weeks. During the works, motorists should expect diversions and extra travel time. Thanks to the bus lane, HTM bus lines 26 and 28 will soon be able to run more according to schedule and serve their original stops again.
Livable residential area
The dedicated bus lane will be located on the existing parallel road on the east side of Binckhorstlaan and will be ready for use in December 2026. This marks the next step in the development of the Binckhorst, as Alderman for Area Development Henk Harms also observes: “A good, liveable residential area requires amenities close to home. Public transport is one of those amenities. The Binckhorst can only grow if we keep in mind that the district remains accessible to everyone who lives or works there.”
Parallel road closed to through automobile traffic
For the construction, the parallel road at the Binckhorstlaan-Mercuriusweg intersection will be closed. Traffic will be diverted via surrounding roads. Destinations and main roads in the area will remain accessible. Businesses may experience disruption due to the changed situation during the works. After December 4, traffic on the parallel road will only be able to turn right onto Mercuriusweg-oost.
Cyclists and pedestrians are temporarily unable to pass Mercuriusweg
Cyclists and pedestrians on Binckhorstlaan are temporarily unable to pass Mercuriusweg. From Mercuriusweg, cyclists can, however, ride north.
The traffic lights at the junction of Benoordenhoutseweg and Boslaan are being replaced. The existing lights and control system are outdated, and the work will help prevent faults, breakdowns and unsafe situations.
Work began on Sunday 18 October and is expected to finish on Friday 20 November 2026.
Temporary traffic lights will keep the junction accessible to all road users throughout the work. Traffic marshals will direct traffic while these temporary lights are being installed and removed.
Parts of the road will occasionally be closed, including when new detection loops, which sense vehicles in the road surface, are installed. No diversions are planned, but traffic may be heavier than usual, particularly during rush hour. Road users are advised to plan their journeys before setting off.
The new system will use energy-efficient LED lights and respond more effectively to current traffic conditions. It will be set up to help traffic flow smoothly through the junction.
Motorists can now park at the new P+R Victory Boogie Woogie on Laan van Hoornwijck 70T and travel to The Hague city centre in approximately 15 minutes using tram 1 or 15.
P+R stands for Park and Ride, a system that allows drivers to park their cars outside the city centre and continue their journey by public transport. These facilities are common throughout the Netherlands and offer a convenient alternative to driving into busy city centres, where parking can be expensive.
The new facility has 338 parking spaces and was officially opened on Wednesday 14 October by Alderman for Mobility Adeel Mahmood.
Convenient Parking and Public Transport Connections
The new Park and Ride facility is located near the A4 and A13 motorways, with convenient connections to The Hague’s public transport network.
Visitors can park without booking in advance, although regular parking charges apply. Those wishing to use the discounted P+R combination ticket, which includes parking and return tram travel, should reserve online before their visit.
The parking facility is open 24 hours a day.
P+R Tickets and Tram Travel
A combined P+R parking and tram ticket costs €6.50 for one person, with an additional €1 for each extra passenger, up to a maximum of €10.50 for a group of five.
The ticket includes parking and a same-day return journey on tram 1 or 15. Travellers can book online in advance and should check the applicable parking conditions, including the permitted parking duration, when making their reservation.
Combining Car and Public Transport
According to Alderman Mahmood, the new facility reflects the city’s aim to offer travellers more choice in how they get around.
“Every journey is different. With this location, we are making it easier to combine car travel with public transport. The P+R contributes to the city’s accessibility and a better balance between different transport options.”
The new P+R provides another option for people travelling into The Hague, allowing them to park outside the city centre and continue their journey by tram.
