The average train between Mainz and Herne takes 3h 21m and the fastest train takes 3h 4m. 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 12:01 AM at night, and the last departure from Mainz is at 10:38 PM which arrives into Herne at 2:31 AM. All services require a transfer at Bochum Hbf and take an average of 3h 21m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Mainz to Herne. However, there are services departing from Mainz Hbf station and arriving at Bochum Hbf station via Bochum Hbf station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 21m.
Mainz to Herne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), depart from Mainz Hbf station.
Mainz to Herne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Bochum Hbf station.
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The distance between Mainz and Herne is 188.1 km. The road distance is 234 km.
Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC) operates a train from Mainz Hbf to Bochum Hbf every 2 hours. Tickets cost €45–100 and the journey takes 2h 50m.