- Distance: 16.2 km
- Duration: 15 min
The average train between Essen and Herne takes 15 min and the fastest train takes 10 min. The train runs at least 3 times per hour from Essen 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 20 minutes between Essen and Herne. The earliest departure is at 12:28 AM at night, and the last departure from Essen is at 11:53 PM which arrives into Herne at 12:13 AM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 15 min. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Essen station and arriving at Herne station. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate 4 times a day. The journey takes approximately 15 min.
Essen to Herne train services, operated by Eurobahn, depart from Essen-Altenessen station.
Essen to Herne train services, operated by Eurobahn, arrive at Herne station.
Book your Essen to Herne train tickets online with Eurobahn, Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) and National Express.
The distance between Essen and Herne is 17.4 km. The road distance is 16 km.
National Express operates a train from Essen-Altenessen to Herne every 30 minutes, and the journey takes 12 min. Three other operators also service this route.
