To Salzburg by train
With ICE International or Nightjet
Quickly to the heart of Salzburg
- From € 40 one-way trip with ICE International
- From € 38 one-way trip with Nightjet
- Tip! Early booking = lowest prices
Salzburg is known as the birthplace of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, but you might also recognise the city from the film The Sound of Music. Visit the musical Mozart Museum and the Mozartwohnung. For the best views over the city, climb the Salzburg Cathedral and the impressive Hohensalzburg Fortress. Finally, there are several nature parks in the surrounding area where you can hike and enjoy the stunning scenery.
Travel information Salzburg
Salzburg is easily accessible by train from the Netherlands. Whether you choose a comfortable day trip with ICE International or a relaxing overnight journey with the Nightjet, there are several routes available to quickly and sustainably reach the heart of Austria.
Check out the most popular train routes to Salzburg from the Netherlands below and find the one that best suits your travel plans.
Amsterdam - Salzburg
Start your journey at Amsterdam Centraal and travel with ICE International or the Nightjet to the heart of Salzburg. From Amsterdam, you can reach Salzburg by train in 9.21 hours, with just 2 transfers along the way.
Prefer to travel while you sleep? Opt for the Nightjet, the overnight train that takes you from Amsterdam to Salzburg in 13.38 hours. With only 1 transfer, you'll arrive well-rested in the centre of Salzburg the following morning.
Prices train tickets Salzburg
No trip is the same. We are very aware of this and therefore offer a fitting rate for every travel situation.
The price depends on
- The moment of booking - Early booking means lowest prices
- Travel class - 1st or 2nd class
- Flexibility - Regarding changing or cancelling bookings
Options flexibility ICE International
Supersparpreis Europa
- Always the lowest rates
- Can be booked until departure
- Changes and cancellations not possible
Sparpreis Europa
- Low rates
- Can be booked until departure
- Changes and cancellations possible at a cost
Flexpreis Europa
- Can be booked until departure
- Changes or cancellations free of charge (except for reservation costs)
- City Ticket included*
*City Ticket: In a significant number of German cities free tickets from/to station with local transport
Find out everything about ICE International and Intercity Berlin rates here
Book in advance and save money!
Do you already know what day and time you want to travel? Then choose for a Supersparpreis Europa rate: the best rate for the price-conscious travellers. You will not be able to cancel or rebook the ticket.
General tips for getting the cheapest tickets
- Book as early as possibly to have the most chance of getting the cheapest tickets.
- Travelling in the evening is often cheaper.
- For a weekend getaway, travel Sat-Sun-Mon instead of Fri-Sat-Sun.
- Book online to avoid booking fee.
Practical information
To make your trip that much easier, we have summed up certain practical issues for you.
Facilities on board
Read more about all the facilities on board, so that you can make your trip as comfortable as possible.
Read more about ICE International facilities
Read more about Intercity Berlin facilities
View the itinerary planner and app
Please keep in mind that there could be delays or engineering works and check your trip with the itinerary planner. That way, you will never get an unpleasant surprise!
Download our app so that you will be kept informed of the possible changes.
Free access to the lounges
If you have a 1st class ticket, you can enjoy a free drink at the NS International Lounge in Amsterdam, Schiphol Airport and Rotterdam. You also have access to the 1st class lounge of Deutsche Bahn at Berlin Hauptbahnhof, where you can enjoy a free snack and drink (excluding the Supersparpreis rate (Europe) and the Sparpreis Europe rate).
Seat reservation
In summer 2025 from 28 May to 31 August, seat reservation is compulsory. This reservation is free if you select it during booking. At other times, reserving a seat is not compulsory. However, we do recommend it. You will receive a confirmation after booking that includes the carriage number and your seat number.
Do you have a train ticket between the Netherlands and Germany without a seat reservation? And want to make sure you can sit down? Then you can reserve a seat online.
Seat reservation 1st class
When booking a first class full-flex ticket, the seat reservation costs are included in the price of your ticket.
Salzburg
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