The average train between Mainz and Herne takes 2h 59m and the fastest train takes 2h 25m. The train service runs several times per day from Mainz 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 Mainz and Herne. The earliest departure is at 5:09 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Mainz is at 8:35 PM which arrives into Herne at 11:39 PM. All services require a transfer at Frankfurt and take an average of 2h 59m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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2h 48m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Mainz 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 Mainz to Herne. However, there are services departing from Mainz station and arriving at Herne station via Duisburg Hbf. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 59m.
Mainz to Herne train services, operated by vlexx, depart from Frankfurt station.
Mainz to Herne train services, operated by vlexx, arrive at Duisburg Hbf station.
Book your Mainz to Herne train tickets online with vlexx, Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) and 5 other operators.
The distance between Mainz and Herne is 188.1 km. The road distance is 290 km.
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Frankfurt to Duisburg Hbf every 30 minutes. Tickets cost €40–85 and the journey takes 1h 28m. Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) also services this route every 4 hours.