The average train between Leipzig and Herne takes 5h 53m and the fastest train takes 5h. The train service runs several times per day from Leipzig 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 Leipzig and Herne. The earliest departure is at 6:23 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Leipzig is at 6:23 PM which arrives into Herne at 3:19 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 5h 53m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Leipzig to Herne. However, there are services departing from Leipzig station and arriving at Herne station via Dortmund Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 53m.
Leipzig to Herne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Leipzig Hbf station.
Leipzig to Herne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Dortmund Hbf station.
Book your Leipzig to Herne train tickets online with Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), Deutsche Bahn Regio (DB Regional) and 2 other operators.
The distance between Leipzig and Herne is 357.3 km. The road distance is 493 km.
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Leipzig Hbf to Dortmund Hbf every 4 hours. Tickets cost €85–180 and the journey takes 4h 52m.