- Must visit
Rijksmuseum
The Netherlands’ national museum, famous for Dutch Golden Age masterpieces including works by Rembrandt and Vermeer. A top priority for first-time visitors.
Cheapest price
$117
Average price
$138
Fastest journey
16 h 35 m
Average duration
17 h 30 m
Buses per day
26
Distance
937 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Vienna to Amsterdam is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Vienna to Amsterdam will cost around $138 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $117.
Of the 26 buses that leave Vienna for Amsterdam on Sat, May 23, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, May 23 the direct buses cover the 937 km distance in an average of 17 h 30 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 16 h 35 m .
On Sat, May 23 the slowest buses will take 19 h 15 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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FlixBus · FlixBusOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Vienna to Amsterdam among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $59. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 3h 44m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.3 - 0.8kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $59, and a flight costs an average of $195.
Distance: 582 miles (937 km)
| Bus | Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$102 Average price Cheapest | $263 Average price | $301 Average price | $82 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
21h 11m Average total duration 20h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 11h 19m Average total duration 10h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 44m Average total duration Fastest 3h 44m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 11h 6m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.9 - 2.3kg CO2 emissions | 0.3 - 0.8kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 2.8 - 5.6kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Vienna to Amsterdam:
A bus is $160 (€129) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Vienna to Amsterdam costing on average $263 (€212).
A bus is $198 (€160) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Vienna to Amsterdam costing on average $301 (€243).
Other travel options to Amsterdam take longer:
Train takes on average 10h 49m.
Bus takes on average 20h 41m.
You'll arrive about -10h -35m sooner (20h 41m by bus vs 11h 6m by car) and save roughly $-20.04 (€-16.21) compared to fuel and tolls ($102 (€83) vs $82 (€67)). You also skip the drive itself — no traffic stress, no parking, and you can use the time to work, nap, or catch up on a series with the onboard Wi-Fi.
Direct coaches are operated by FlixBus, Union Ivkoni International.
Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:10AM | Arrival Time 09:30PM | Duration 20h20 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $136 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:40AM | Arrival Time 10:45PM | Duration 20h05 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $140 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:50AM | Arrival Time 07:15AM | Duration 22h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $91 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:55AM | Arrival Time 06:45AM | Duration 21h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $90 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:10AM | Arrival Time 07:15AM | Duration 22h05 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $148 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:15AM | Arrival Time 06:20AM | Duration 21h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $103 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 07:15AM | Duration 20h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $90 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 09:45AM | Duration 22h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $86 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 06:20AM | Duration 17h50 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $90 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:45PM | Arrival Time 08:25AM | Duration 19h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $232 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 10:00AM | Duration 21h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $92 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:55PM | Arrival Time 11:35AM | Duration 21h40 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $221 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:35PM | Arrival Time 09:00AM | Duration 18h25 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $82 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:45PM | Arrival Time 02:10PM | Duration 22h25 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $104 |
Operator RegioJet a.s. | Departure Time 03:45PM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 21h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $62 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:50PM | Arrival Time 02:10PM | Duration 21h20 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $146 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:55PM | Arrival Time 03:55PM | Duration 23h00 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $90 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:55PM | Arrival Time 10:30AM | Duration 16h35 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $84 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:55PM | Arrival Time 03:55PM | Duration 20h00 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $101 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:45PM | Arrival Time 05:55PM | Duration 21h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $107 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:15PM | Arrival Time 05:55PM | Duration 20h40 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $110 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:30PM | Arrival Time 05:20PM | Duration 18h50 | Departure days Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $89 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:55PM | Arrival Time 03:50PM | Duration 16h55 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $79 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:30PM | Arrival Time 08:40PM | Duration 21h10 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $90 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:45PM | Arrival Time 09:30PM | Duration 21h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $86 |
The table below shows live departures for Vienna to Amsterdam buses for today, Friday, May 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:00 PM Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 21h00 | 10:00 AM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:00 PM Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 22h35 | 11:35 AM Amsterdam, Station Bijlmer Arena | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:55 PM Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 21h40 | 11:35 AM Amsterdam, Station Bijlmer Arena | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:55 PM Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 22h25 | 12:20 PM Schiphol, Airport Terminal 1 | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:35 PM Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 18h25 | 9:00 AM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:45 PM Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 22h25 | 2:10 PM Schiphol, Airport Terminal 1 | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 5:55 PM Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 16h35 | 10:30 AM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:55 PM Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 21h40 | 3:35 PM Amsterdam, Station Bijlmer Arena | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:55 PM Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 20h00 | 3:55 PM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:45 PM Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 21h10 | 5:55 PM Schiphol, Airport Terminal 1 | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:15 PM Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 20h40 | 5:55 PM Schiphol, Airport Terminal 1 | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 10:55 PM Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 16h55 | 3:50 PM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:30 PM Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 21h10 | 8:40 PM Schiphol, Airport Terminal 1 | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:45 PM Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 21h45 | 9:30 PM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 1 transfer | |
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FlixBus · FlixBus | 1:10 AM Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 20h20 | 9:30 PM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 2:40 AM Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 20h05 | 10:45 PM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:55 AM Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 21h50 | 6:45 AM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:55 AM Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 22h20 | 7:15 AM Amsterdam, De Ruijterkade (Central Station) | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:15 AM Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz | 21h05 | 6:20 AM Schiphol, Airport Terminal 1 | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:30 AM Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 19h15 | 6:45 AM Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:30 AM Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 22h15 | 9:45 AM Amsterdam, Station Bijlmer Arena | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:30 AM Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 19h45 | 7:15 AM Amsterdam, De Ruijterkade (Central Station) | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 12:30 PM Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) | 17h50 | 6:20 AM Schiphol, Airport Terminal 1 | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Vienna to Amsterdam run on average 20 times per day, taking around 20h 41m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $59 (€48) but you can travel from only $50 (€40) by train.
There are 3 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:05, the last at 23:53. The fastest bus covers the 582 miles (937 km) distance in 16h 35m.
Distance 582 miles (937 km) |
Average bus duration 20h 41m |
Cheapest ticket price $59 (€48) |
Buses per day 20 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 16h 35m |
First bus 12:05 AM |
Last bus 11:53 PM |
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Discover the best of Amsterdam — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Amsterdam trip today.
The Netherlands’ national museum, famous for Dutch Golden Age masterpieces including works by Rembrandt and Vermeer. A top priority for first-time visitors.
World-famous museum holding the largest collection of Van Gogh’s paintings and drawings. Timed-entry tickets are typically essential.
Historic house museum dedicated to Anne Frank’s life and wartime hiding place. One of Amsterdam’s most impactful and most in-demand visits.
Amsterdam’s most beloved historic neighborhood, known for canals, narrow streets, independent shops, and a classic village-like atmosphere.
The city’s central square, surrounded by major historic buildings and always busy with visitors, performers, and events.
Amsterdam’s best-known urban park, ideal for walking, relaxing, and people-watching. A classic stop on a pleasant-weather day.
Two thin waffles filled with warm caramel syrup. Originally from the Netherlands, it is one of Amsterdam’s most beloved sweet snacks, especially fresh from a market stall.
Deep-fried crispy balls with a rich ragout filling, usually made with beef. A classic Dutch bar snack traditionally served with mustard and often eaten with beer.
Raw herring, usually served with chopped onions and pickles. This iconic Dutch seafood snack is a local specialty commonly eaten from street stands.
Popular long-running Amsterdam grill restaurant famous for ribs and generous portions, with a relaxed brown-café feel.
Well-regarded fine dining restaurant offering creative modern cuisine with tasting menus and polished service in a contemporary setting.
Well-known Dutch restaurant serving traditional home-style dishes such as stamppot, meat stews, and classics in a cozy, quirky setting.
Amsterdam is pricey by Dutch standards. Hotels, drinks, and central dining cost more than in many European cities.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for good restaurant service. Small tips are optional in cafes; round up taxi fares.
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Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) -> Amsterdam Centraal
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