The average train between Brussels and Herne takes 4h 30m and the fastest train takes 3h 52m. The train service runs several times per day from Brussels to Herne. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 3 hours between Brussels and Herne. The earliest departure is at 6:31 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Brussels is at 8:34 PM which arrives into Herne at 4:16 AM. All services require a transfer at Köln Hbf and take an average of 4h 30m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Brussels to Herne? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Brussels to Herne. However, there are services departing from Brussels station and arriving at Herne station via Koeln Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 30m.
Brussels to Herne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Brussels-Nord station.
Brussels to Herne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Bochum Hbf station.
Book your Brussels to Herne train tickets online with Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Bogestra and National Express.
The distance between Brussels and Herne is 214.6 km. The road distance is 321 km.
You can take a train from Brussels-Nord to Herne Arch-Museum/Kreuzkirche via Köln Hbf, Bochum Hbf, and Bochum Hbf in around 3h 11m.