The 1959–60 National Hurling League was the 29th season of the National Hurling League.
Division 1
Tipperary came into the season as defending champions of the 1958-59 season. Carlow entered Division 1 as the promoted team.
On 1 May 1960, Tipperary won the title after a 2-15 to 3-8 win over Cork in the final. It was their second league title in succession and their 9th league title overall.
Cork's Christy Ring was the league's top scorer with 12-09.
Division 1A table
Group stage
Division 1B table
Group stage
Final
Top scorers
Top scorers overall
Top scorers in a single game
Division 2
Laois won the title following a 5-9 to 1-8 win over Roscommon in the final.