How far is it from Essen to Herne?

The distance between Essen and Herne is 16 mi by road.

How long does it take to drive from Essen to Herne?

The drive from Essen to Herne takes approximately 25 min by car.

The fastest route from Essen to Herne covers 16 mi with a driving time of approximately 25 min.

Herne lies roughly to the north-east of Essen.

Distance: 16 miDuration: 25 min

Driving from Essen to Herne takes about 25 min via A 42. The distance is 16 mi. The straight-line distance is 11 mi. Driving directions

Driving directions15 · 16 mi

The return trip from Herne to Essen covers roughly the same distance, 16 mi.

No notable attractions were found along this route.

Distance and drive time are computed from OpenStreetMap road data with the OSRM routing engine. Updated 1 October 2026.

How far is it from Essen to Herne?: The distance between Essen and Herne is 16 mi by road.
How long does it take to drive from Essen to Herne?: The drive from Essen to Herne takes approximately 25 min by car.
What is the best route from Essen to Herne?: The fastest route from Essen to Herne covers 16 mi with a driving time of approximately 25 min.
Which direction is Herne from Essen?: Herne lies roughly to the north-east of Essen.