How to travel from Amsterdam to Salzburg

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Amsterdam to Salzburg

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Amsterdam to Salzburg among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €47. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 51m. 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 €47, and a flight costs an average of €69.

Distance: 479 miles (772 km)

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Driving

€154

Average price

€273

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€75

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Cheapest

€92

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(fuel + tolls)

10h 34m

Average total duration

10h 4m

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4h 51m

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1h 51m

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16h 38m

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16h 8m

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10h 19m

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0.2 - 0.7kg

CO2 emissions

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2.3 - 4.6kg

CO2 emissions

0.8 - 1.9kg

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Transavia France

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Amsterdam to Salzburg is a bus with an average price of €75.

This is compared to other travel options from Amsterdam to Salzburg:

A bus is €79 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Amsterdam to Salzburg costing on average €154.

A bus is €198 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Amsterdam to Salzburg costing on average €273.

The fastest way to travel from Amsterdam to Salzburg is by flight with an average journey time of 1h 51m.

Other travel options to Salzburg take longer:

Train takes on average 10h 4m.

Bus takes on average 16h 8m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Amsterdam and Salzburg including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Amsterdam to Salzburg among Omio's users.

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from Amsterdam to Salzburg

How to get from Amsterdam to Salzburg by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

bus

The best way to travel from Amsterdam to Salzburg is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • Union Ivkoni International
    9:00 AM17h30
    Amsterdam, De Ruijterkade
    2:30 AMSalzburg, Lastenstrasse / Weiserhofstraße
    551One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • Union Ivkoni International
    9:00 AM17h30
    Amsterdam, De Ruijterkade
    2:30 AMSalzburg, Lastenstrasse / Weiserhofstraße
    551One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • LufthansaLH997 · LH1108
    6:30 PM3h25
    Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
    9:55 PMSalzburg Airport
    4121One-way
    1 transfer

Other options

  • Deutsche BahnICD 2430 · IC 1139 · IC 3537 · 20081
    10:34 AM11h08
    Amsterdam Zuid
    9:42 PMSalzburg Hbf
    701One-way
    5 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnICE 129 · ICE 1015+Bayerische Regiobahn79049
    4:38 PM9h09
    Amsterdam Centraal
    1:47 AMSalzburg Hbf
    1311One-way
    2 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnICD 2422 · IC 1131 · IC 3529 · 20077
    8:34 AM11h12
    Amsterdam Zuid
    7:46 PMSalzburg Hbf
    1311One-way
    5 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    8:50 PM16h10
    Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk)
    1:00 PMSalzburg, P+R Süd
    711One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    5:55 PM21h50
    Schiphol, Airport Terminal 1
    3:45 PMSalzburg, P+R Süd
    721One-way
    2 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    10:30 PM17h15
    Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk)
    3:45 PMSalzburg, P+R Süd
    721One-way
    1 transfer
  • LufthansaLH987+Austrian AirlinesLH6428+ÖBBRJX 768
    10:00 AM14h59
    Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
    12:59 AMSalzburg Hbf
    2311One-way
    2 transfers
  • LufthansaLH1003+Austrian AirlinesLH6328+ÖBB | InterCityIC 648
    8:00 AM9h49
    Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
    5:49 PMSalzburg Hbf
    2971One-way
    2 transfers
  • KLMKL1905+ÖBB | RailjetRJ 650+ÖBB | Euro City (EC)EC 462
    5:25 PM8h42
    Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
    2:07 AMSalzburg Hbf
    3181One-way
    2 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Amsterdam to Salzburg

Travel to Salzburg easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Amsterdam to Salzburg.

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There are 3 options to travel between Amsterdam and Salzburg including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Amsterdam to Salzburg is a bus with an average price of €75.

This is compared to other travel options from Amsterdam to Salzburg:

A bus is €79 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Amsterdam to Salzburg costing on average €154.

A bus is €198 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Amsterdam to Salzburg costing on average €273.

The fastest way to travel from Amsterdam to Salzburg is by flight with an average journey time of 1h 51m.

Other travel options to Salzburg take longer:

Train takes on average 10h 4m.

Bus takes on average 16h 8m.

The distance from Amsterdam to Salzburg is approximately 479 miles (772 km).
The average frequency per day from Amsterdam to Salzburg is:
  • Around 16 buses per day.
  • Around 11 flights per day.
  • Around 6 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Amsterdam and Salzburg as scheduled services by train, bus, and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Amsterdam to Salzburg:
  • Flights mostly depart from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol and arrive in Salzburg Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Amsterdam Centraal and arrive in Salzburg Hbf.
  • Buses mostly depart from Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk) and arrive in Salzburg, P+R Süd.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Amsterdam to Salzburg, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Deutsche Bahn, Nederlandse Spoorwegen (NS) to go to Salzburg by train.
  • Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Union Ivkoni International to go to Salzburg by bus.
  • Travel with Transavia France, Lufthansa, Eurowings, easyJet, Lufthansa Cityline, Cityjet to go to Salzburg by flight.
Omio customers who travel from Amsterdam to Salzburg often also extend their vacation to go to Vienna, Hallstatt, Munich, Prague, Innsbruck. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Salzburg and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Salzburg to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Salzburg, you can explore the Hohensalzburg Fortress for panoramic views of the city and Alps, visit the baroque Mirabell Palace and Gardens, discover Mozart's Birthplace to learn about the famous composer, admire the stunning architecture of Salzburg Cathedral, and stroll along Getreidegasse, a charming shopping street with historic buildings and cafes.
To fully experience Salzburg, including its historic sites, cultural attractions, and scenic views, plan for a stay of 2 to 3 days.
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