Route guide

Amsterdam → Vienna

935 km · Netherlands to Austria · Fastest: 4h by flight · Cheapest: €32+ by bus

How to travel from Amsterdam to Vienna

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

🚄Train

€71–208

Duration: 7h 48m

via NS (Intercity), ÖBB (Railjet)

~13 kg CO₂ per passenger

🚌Bus

€32–85

Duration: 13h 22m

via FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus

~26 kg CO₂ per passenger

✈️Flight

€72–232

Duration: 3h 45m

via Ryanair, easyJet, KLM, Transavia, Austrian Airlines

~146 kg CO₂ per passenger

🚗Car

€112–206

Duration: 10h 24m

~159 kg CO₂ per passenger

Where they are on the map

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

Travel tips for this route

At 935 km it's a longer journey — overnight stay strongly recommended.
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 Vienna — every option in detail

Amsterdam to Vienna by train

Trains link Amsterdam (Netherlands) and Vienna (Austria) through the European rail network. Most journeys take around 7h 48m including one or two connections at major hubs.

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

Train fares are dynamic — typical range is €71 to €208. Advance-purchase tickets (1–2 months ahead) almost always beat walk-up prices.

Climate footprint: about 13 kg CO₂ per passenger by train vs roughly 146 kg by flight — taking the train saves ~133 kg on this distance.

Amsterdam to Vienna by bus

Long-distance coaches connect Amsterdam and Vienna with a typical journey of 13h 22m. Buses are usually the slowest mode for this corridor but consistently the cheapest.

Operators include FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.

Fares start from around €32 when booked in advance, rising to €85 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 Vienna by flight

Flights between Amsterdam and Vienna take around 1h in the air, but plan on roughly 3h 45m 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 €72–232. Low-cost carriers offer the cheapest base fares but charge separately for bags and seat selection.

Climate footprint: approximately 146 kg CO₂ per passenger for this flight.

Amsterdam to Vienna by car

The driving distance from Amsterdam to Vienna is approximately 1076 km. At motorway speeds, plan on around 10h 24m of driving plus stops.

Fuel-only running cost is in the €112–206 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 159 kg CO₂ per passenger assuming 1.5 occupants per car.

About this route

The distance between Amsterdam and Vienna is approximately 935 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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