The average train between Zurich and Herne takes 7h 43m and the fastest train takes 6h 27m. The train service runs several times per day from Zurich 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 twice daily between Zurich and Herne. The earliest departure is at 7:59 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Zurich is at 9:59 PM which arrives into Herne at 10:26 AM. All services require a transfer at Basel SBB and take an average of 7h 43m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


6h 27m • 2 changes

6h 27m • 2 changes

7h 27m • 2 changes

6h 33m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Zurich 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 Zurich to Herne. However, there are services departing from Zürich HB station and arriving at Bochum Hbf station via Basel SBB station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 43m.
Zurich to Herne train services, operated by SBB GmbH, depart from Zürich HB station.
Zurich to Herne train services, operated by Deutsche Bahn Intercity (DB IC), arrive at Bochum Hbf station.
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The distance between Zurich and Herne is 473.7 km. The road distance is 602 km.
You can take a train from Zürich HB to Herne Arch-Museum/Kreuzkirche via Basel SBB, Bochum Hbf, and Bochum Hbf in around 7h 4m.