- 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
$194
Fastest journey
9 h 27 m
Average duration
9 h 27 m
Trains per day
23
Distance
772 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Salzburg to Amsterdam is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Salzburg to Amsterdam will cost around $194 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $117.
It's difficult to get from Salzburg to Amsterdam without transferring at least 2 times.
ICE 516 · IC 1941 · 10628 · 20090
ICE 912 · ICE 120+
79032
ICE 514 · ICE 1649 · 10632 · 20094
ICE 224+
79026
ICE 224 · IC 3574+
79026
79022+
ICE 916 · ICE 122 · IC 3566
79010+
ICE 1010 · ICE 126 · IC 3550
ICE 912 · ICE 120+
79032
ICE 224 · IC 3574+
79026
ICE 918 · ICE 124 · IC 3558+
79016Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Salzburg to Amsterdam among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $60. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 56m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.7kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $60, and a flight costs an average of $77.
Distance: 479 miles (772 km)
Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$194 Average price | $381 Average price | $92 Average price Cheapest | $87 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
10h 39m Average total duration 10h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 56m Average total duration Fastest 1h 56m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 17h 37m Average total duration 17h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 25m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.2 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 2.3 - 4.6kg CO2 emissions | 0.8 - 1.9kg 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 Salzburg to Amsterdam:
A bus is $102 (€83) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Salzburg to Amsterdam costing on average $194 (€157).
A bus is $288 (€233) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Salzburg to Amsterdam costing on average $381 (€308).
Other travel options to Amsterdam take longer:
Train takes on average 10h 9m.
Bus takes on average 17h 7m.
Tickets start at around $194 (€157) compared to roughly $87 (€71) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $-107.12 (€-86.73). The journey takes 10h 9m versus 9h 25m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Salzburg to Amsterdam trains for today, Friday, May 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
RJX 68 · ICE 698 · IC 60402 | Delayed 9:00 PM Salzburg Hbf | 12h04 | 7:20 AM 7:20 AMAmsterdam Centraal | 2 transfers | |
RJX 68 · ICE 698 · IC 60402 | On time 9:00 PM Salzburg Hbf | 12h20 | 9:20 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 2 transfers | |
RJX 68 · ICE 698 · IC 60402 · IC 3524 | 9:00 PM Salzburg Hbf | 12h02 | 9:02 AM Amsterdam Zuid | 3 transfers | |
79046+ ICE 618 · ICE 222 | 9:07 PM Salzburg Hbf | 12h43 | 9:50 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 2 transfers | |
79046+ ICE 618 · ICE 222 · IC 3526 | 9:07 PM Salzburg Hbf | 12h25 | 9:32 AM Amsterdam Zuid | 3 transfers | |
79046+ ICE 618 · ICE 222 · IC 2924 | 9:07 PM Salzburg Hbf | 12h27 | 9:34 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 3 transfers | |
79048+ ICE 1014 · ICE 220 · IC 3534 | 10:55 PM Salzburg Hbf | 12h37 | 11:32 AM Amsterdam Zuid | 3 transfers | |
79048+ ICE 1014 · ICE 220 | 10:55 PM Salzburg Hbf | 12h55 | 11:50 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 2 transfers | |
79048+ ICE 1014 · ICE 1022 · ICE 128 | 10:55 PM Salzburg Hbf | 14h37 | 1:32 PM Amsterdam Zuid | 4 transfers | |
| Saturday, May 23 | |||||
79010+ ICE 1010 · ICE 126 | On time 6:05 AM Salzburg Hbf | 9h45 | 3:50 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 2 transfers | |
79010+ ICE 1010 · ICE 126 · IC 3550 | 6:05 AM Salzburg Hbf | 9h27 | 3:32 PM Amsterdam Zuid | 3 transfers | |
RJ 1298 · ICE 682 · ICE 144 | On time 7:08 AM Salzburg Hbf | 10h52 | 6:00 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 2 transfers | |
79016+ ICE 918 · ICE 124 | On time 8:05 AM Salzburg Hbf | 9h29 | 5:34 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 2 transfers | |
79016+ ICE 918 · ICE 1228 · ICE 122 | 8:05 AM Salzburg Hbf | 11h27 | 7:32 PM Amsterdam Zuid | 4 transfers | |
79016+ ICE 918 · ICE 124 · IC 3558 | 8:05 AM Salzburg Hbf | 9h27 | 5:32 PM Amsterdam Zuid | 3 transfers | |
RJX 260 · ICE 680 · ICE 142 | On time 9:00 AM Salzburg Hbf | 11h01 | 8:01 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 2 transfers | |
RJX 260 · ICE 598 · ICE 108 · 20082 | On time 9:00 AM Salzburg Hbf | 10h02 | 7:02 PM Amsterdam Zuid | 4 transfers | |
RJX 260 · ICE 720 · IC 3164+ 20028 | On time 9:00 AM Salzburg Hbf | 10h17 | 7:17 PM Amsterdam Zuid | 3 transfers | |
79020+ ICE 518 · IC 2012 · 10624 | 9:05 AM Salzburg Hbf | 11h57 | 9:02 PM Amsterdam Zuid | 5 transfers | |
ICE 210 · S7 · ICE 788 · ICE 28 | On time 10:00 AM Salzburg Hbf | 11h32 | 9:32 PM Amsterdam Zuid | 5 transfers | |
79022+ ICE 916 · ICE 122 · IC 3566 | 10:05 AM Salzburg Hbf | 9h27 | 7:32 PM Amsterdam Zuid | 3 transfers | |
79022+ ICE 916 · ICE 122 | On time 10:05 AM Salzburg Hbf | 9h45 | 7:50 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 2 transfers | |
RJX 262 · ICE 588 · ICE 140 | On time 11:00 AM Salzburg Hbf | 11h01 | 10:01 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 2 transfers | |
RJX 262 · ICE 596 · ICE 106 · 20086 | On time 11:00 AM Salzburg Hbf | 10h04 | 9:04 PM Amsterdam Zuid | 4 transfers | |
79024+ ICE 516 · IC 1941 · 10628 | 11:05 AM Salzburg Hbf | 11h59 | 11:04 PM Amsterdam Zuid | 5 transfers | |
79026+ ICE 224 · ICE 1224 · ICE 120 | On time 12:05 PM Salzburg Hbf | 11h29 | 11:34 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 3 transfers | |
79026+ ICE 224 | 12:05 PM Salzburg Hbf | 9h29 | 9:34 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 1 transfer | |
79026+ ICE 224 · ICE 1224 · ICE 120 | On time 12:05 PM Salzburg Hbf | 11h29 | 11:34 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 3 transfers | |
79026+ ICE 224 · IC 3574 | 12:05 PM Salzburg Hbf | 9h27 | 9:32 PM Amsterdam Zuid | 2 transfers | |
RJX 60 · ICE 1284 · ICE 742 · 20384 | On time 1:00 PM Salzburg Hbf | 11h43 | 12:43 AM Amsterdam Zuid | 5 transfers | |
79030+ ICE 514 · ICE 1649 · 10632 | 1:05 PM Salzburg Hbf | 12h39 | 1:44 AM Amsterdam Centraal | 6 transfers | |
79032+ ICE 912 · ICE 120 | On time 2:07 PM Salzburg Hbf | 9h27 | 11:34 PM Amsterdam Centraal | 2 transfers | |
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Trains from Salzburg to Amsterdam run on average 6 times per day, taking around 10h 9m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $78 (€63) but you can travel from only $60 (€48) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:15, the last at 23:42. The fastest train covers the 479 miles (772 km) distance in 9h 24m.
Distance 479 miles (772 km) |
Average train duration 10h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price $78 (€63) |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 9h 24m |
First train 12:15 AM |
Last train 11:42 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
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High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 84 days |
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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