Route guide

Amsterdam → Salzburg

771 km · Netherlands to Austria · Fastest: 4h by flight · Cheapest: €28+ by bus

How to travel from Amsterdam to Salzburg

There are 4 ways to travel between Amsterdam and Salzburg — compare duration, price and operators below.

🚄Train

€61–179

Duration: 6h 25m

via NS (Intercity), ÖBB (Railjet)

~11 kg CO₂ per passenger

🚌Bus

€28–74

Duration: 11h

via FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus

~22 kg CO₂ per passenger

✈️Flight

€66–212

Duration: 3h 32m

via Ryanair, easyJet, KLM, Transavia, Austrian Airlines

~120 kg CO₂ per passenger

🚗Car

€92–170

Duration: 8h 34m

~131 kg CO₂ per passenger

Where they are on the map

Amsterdam and Salzburg highlighted among the 50 European cities we cover. Map is schematic, not to scale.

Travel tips for this route

At 771 km this is a comfortable weekend trip — train or flight both work.
Both train and flight options exist. Trains often beat flights door-to-door under 600 km once you count airport overhead.
This route crosses from Netherlands into Austria. Check passport/ID requirements with your operator before booking.
Long-distance coaches (FlixBus and similar) are typically 30–50% cheaper than train, but 2–3× slower.

Amsterdam to Salzburg — every option in detail

Amsterdam to Salzburg by train

Trains link Amsterdam (Netherlands) and Salzburg (Austria) through the European rail network. Most journeys take around 6h 25m including one or two connections at major hubs.

Operators on this corridor include NS (Intercity), ÖBB (Railjet).

Train fares are dynamic — typical range is €61 to €179. Advance-purchase tickets (1–2 months ahead) almost always beat walk-up prices.

Climate footprint: about 11 kg CO₂ per passenger by train vs roughly 120 kg by flight — taking the train saves ~109 kg on this distance.

Amsterdam to Salzburg by bus

Long-distance coaches connect Amsterdam and Salzburg with a typical journey of 11h. Buses are usually the slowest mode for this corridor but consistently the cheapest.

Operators include FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.

Fares start from around €28 when booked in advance, rising to €74 for last-minute travel.

Most modern coaches offer Wi-Fi, USB charging and reclining seats. Overnight services exist on longer corridors and can save a hotel night.

Amsterdam to Salzburg by flight

Flights between Amsterdam and Salzburg take around 1h in the air, but plan on roughly 3h 32m door-to-door once you add airport transfers, check-in and security.

Airlines on this route include Ryanair, easyJet, KLM, Transavia, Austrian Airlines.

Typical fare range is €66–212. Low-cost carriers offer the cheapest base fares but charge separately for bags and seat selection.

Climate footprint: approximately 120 kg CO₂ per passenger for this flight.

Amsterdam to Salzburg by car

The driving distance from Amsterdam to Salzburg is approximately 886 km. At motorway speeds, plan on around 8h 34m of driving plus stops.

Fuel-only running cost is in the €92–170 range for a typical car. Toll roads may apply, especially in France, Italy, Spain, Austria and Switzerland — budget extra accordingly.

Crossing the Netherlands–Austria border by car is straightforward within the Schengen Area; check current rules with the operator or border authority if either country is outside it.

Climate footprint: approximately 131 kg CO₂ per passenger assuming 1.5 occupants per car.

About this route

The distance between Amsterdam and Salzburg is approximately 771 kilometres. Direct or connecting trains link the two cities through the European rail network. Both cities have international airports with regular flight service. Long-distance coaches offer a budget-friendly alternative on this route. Estimates below reflect typical operator schedules and fare ranges; book in advance for the best prices.

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