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 an average ticket price of $85 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 19m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.2 - 0.7kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $85, while a flight costs an average of $499.

Distance: 479 miles (772 km)

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Driving

$145

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$499

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$85

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Cheapest

$112

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

10h 24m

Average total duration

9h 54m

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30m

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5h 19m

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3h 19m

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2h 0m

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16h 57m

Average total duration

16h 27m

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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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Deutsche Bahn

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Lufthansa

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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 $85 (€70).

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

A bus is $60 (€50) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Amsterdam to Salzburg costing on average $145 (€120).

A bus is $414 (€342) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Amsterdam to Salzburg costing on average $499 (€413).

The fastest way to travel from Amsterdam to Salzburg is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 19m.

Other travel options to Salzburg take longer:

Train takes on average 10h 24m.

Bus takes on average 16h 57m.

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 flight as it is the most popular way to get from Amsterdam to Salzburg among Omio's users.
Take the flight. It's the quicker way to make this trip, and the time saved usually justifies the slightly higher cost.

You'll arrive about 7h 0m sooner (3h 19m by flight vs 10h 19m by car). Tickets start at around $499 (€413) compared to roughly $112 (€93) in fuel and tolls — a bit more, but you get time back and avoid a long drive.

Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group, want flexibility on timing, or plan to stop en route.

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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.

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    2:15 PM15h55
    Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk)
    6:10 AMSalzburg, P+R Süd
    $751One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    2:15 PM15h55
    Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk)
    6:10 AMSalzburg, P+R Süd
    $751One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • Transavia FranceHV6591
    12:20 PM1h35
    Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
    1:55 PMSalzburg Airport
    $2261One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • Deutsche BahnIC 3181 · IC 2981 · 32589 · 18981
    9:41 PM15h05
    Amsterdam Zuid
    12:46 PMSalzburg Hbf
    $981One-way
    8 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnIC 60403 · ICE 619+Bayerische Regiobahn79007
    9:01 PM11h45
    Amsterdam Centraal
    8:46 AMSalzburg Hbf
    $1101One-way
    2 transfers
  • Deutsche BahnIC 3545 · 20085 · 10629 · IC 2048
    12:56 PM11h46
    Amsterdam Zuid
    12:42 AMSalzburg Hbf
    $1101One-way
    5 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    9:00 AM16h30
    Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk)
    1:30 AMSalzburg, P+R Süd
    $821One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    12:45 AM20h30
    Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk)
    9:15 PMSalzburg, P+R Süd
    $821One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    6:40 AM18h50
    Amsterdam Central Bus Station (Bus Stop H)
    1:30 AMSalzburg, P+R Süd
    $821One-way
    2 transfers
  • KLMKL1905+ÖBBRJX 768
    5:25 PM7h34
    Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
    12:59 AMSalzburg Hbf
    $4101One-way
    1 transfer
  • Sas AirwaysSK548 · SK695+ÖBBRJX 768
    2:55 PM10h04
    Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
    12:59 AMSalzburg Hbf
    $4171One-way
    2 transfers
  • Sas AirwaysSK552 · SK695+ÖBBRJX 768
    10:25 AM14h34
    Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
    12:59 AMSalzburg Hbf
    $4171One-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.

FAQs
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 $85 (€70).

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

A bus is $60 (€50) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Amsterdam to Salzburg costing on average $145 (€120).

A bus is $414 (€342) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Amsterdam to Salzburg costing on average $499 (€413).

The fastest way to travel from Amsterdam to Salzburg is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 19m.

Other travel options to Salzburg take longer:

Train takes on average 10h 24m.

Bus takes on average 16h 57m.

The distance from Amsterdam to Salzburg is approximately 479 miles (772 km).
The average frequency per day from Amsterdam to Salzburg is:
  • Around 17 buses per day.
  • Around 11 flights per day.
  • Around 5 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 ÖBB | ICE, Deutsche Bahn to go to Salzburg by train.
  • Travel with FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Union Ivkoni International to go to Salzburg by bus.
  • Travel with BA Euroflyer, Lufthansa Cityline, Indigo Airlines, Sas Airways, Swiss, Transavia France, Air Dolomiti, Lufthansa, British Airways, easyJet, Cityjet to go to Salzburg by flight.
Yes, there are direct services available from Amsterdam to Salzburg with the following travel companies:
  • 0 direct buses per day with Union Ivkoni International.
  • 1 direct flights per day with Transavia France, easyJet.
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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