Travel to Austria by train
Vibrant cities, crystal-clear rivers and snow-capped mountain peaks: Austria is where culture and nature come together beautifully. Travelling to Austria by train is surprisingly simple. ICE and Nightjet take you directly from the Netherlands to more than 300 destinations across this varied holiday destination. Trains depart daily, during the day and overnight.
Fancy a city break in Vienna or Salzburg? An adventurous walking holiday in Tyrol? Or a relaxing ski trip in the Austrian Alps? Arrange your train journey to Austria easily online with NS International.
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Our destinations in Austria
Travelling to Austria by train opens the door to a world of possibilities. Go for the imperial grandeur of Vienna, the musical heritage of Salzburg or the breathtaking nature of Tyrol. Whatever city you choose, every departure station in the Netherlands brings you one step closer. Below you will find our most popular destinations.
Travel to Austria by night train
Would you like to combine your train journey to Austria with an overnight stay along the way? That is possible. With Nightjet, you board in the evening and wake up the following morning in Vienna, Innsbruck or another Austrian city. Rested and ready for a full day ahead.
The night train suits every budget: you save on a hotel room and gain a full day in Austria. Nightjet travels to several destinations in Austria and Switzerland.
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Winter sports in Austria by train
Austria is Europe's premier winter sports destination. Most ski resorts are excellently accessible by train, both during the day and overnight. With NS International, you travel comfortably from your local station directly to the foot of the slopes. No juggling skis in the car, no queues on the Brenner Pass. Just board and enjoy.
Winter sports in Austria by train
Why travel to Austria by train?
Travelling to Austria by train is not only comfortable, it is also the most relaxed way to travel. No baggage limits forcing you to weigh every item. No long queues at security. No transfer from a remote airport to the city centre. You board, you unwind, and you step off exactly where you want to be.
Booking early means travelling affordably. Tickets for a train journey to Austria are available from just € 30 for a single journey. The earlier you book, the better your chances of the lowest price.
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Our destinations in Austria
Train to Innsbruck
Also known at the capital of the Alps and the city for people with a sweet-tooth.
Train to Vienna
The absolute centre of classical music and opera. It's the city main attraction!
Hiking in Austria
As a real mountaineer, it is great to live in Austria. Hiking every day and enjoying the beautiful views.
Ski destinations in Austria
Most winter sports resorts in Austria are easily accessible by train. You can travel by train, day or by night.
Ski destinations in Austria
Ehrwald
This ski area is a very popular winter sports destination for families with children.
Ellmau
Walk through the snow on the many winter hiking trails around the Hartkaiser and enjoy magnificent views.
Flachau
Is this your first winter sports holiday? Beginning skiers can ask for an English or Dutch ski instructor on the practice slope.
Gerlos
The Gerlos ski resort is located in the Zillertal Arena. The ideal winter sports destination for all ages!
Kaprun
Don’t want to ski all the time? Try the three funparks in the Kaprun winter sports area.
Lermoos
Challenging black slopes, several blue and red slopes and good acitivies off the slopes.
Mayrhofen
Besides skiing, you can also go cross-country skiing, hiking and ice skating here.
Sölden
Have you always wanted to ski on a glacier? The Sölden ski area has no less than two.
Train to Wörgl
The town lies at the foot of the Wilder Kaiser mountains in Austria, making it an ideal place for skiing and snowboarding.
Westendorf
Enjoy an extensive network of cross-country skiing trails, many hiking paths and a natural ice skating rink.
Zell am See
There are blue, red and black slopes, making skiing in this area suitable for everyone.