To Salzburg by train
With ICE or Nightjet
Quickly to the heart of Salzburg
- From € 40 one-way trip with ICE
- From € 38 one-way trip with Nightjet
- Direct Nightjet connection between the Netherlands and Salzburg from 13 June 2026
- 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 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.
Direct from Amsterdam to Salzburg
Travel while you sleep? Choose the Nightjet, the night train that takes you directly from Amsterdam to Salzburg in 12.45 hours. You will arrive refreshed in the centre of Salzburg the following morning. From 13 June 2026, this will be possible without changing trains.
We are running this fast, direct connection to Salzburg because of roadworks on other parts of the track. We do not yet know if this direct train will continue to run in 2027. The final timetable for 2027 will be announced in September.
Prefer to travel during the day? From Amsterdam, you can take the ICE train to Salzburg in 9.21 hours. Along the way, you will need to change trains once or twice, depending on your chosen departure time.
Rotterdam – Salzburg
Start your journey at Rotterdam Centraal and travel by ICE or Nightjet to the centre of Salzburg.
From Rotterdam, you can reach Salzburg by train in 9.45 hours. You will need to change trains two to four times en route, depending on your chosen departure time. Thanks to well-coordinated connections, you can arrive in Salzburg in under 10 hours by daytime train.
Prefer to travel overnight? Choose the Nightjet, the overnight train that takes you from Utrecht to Salzburg in 13.20 hours. From 13 June 2026, you will only need to change trains in Utrecht and will arrive refreshed in the centre of Salzburg the following morning.
Eindhoven – Salzburg
Start your journey at Eindhoven Centraal and travel by ICE or Nightjet to the heart of Salzburg.
From Eindhoven, you can reach Salzburg by train in 8.40 hours. You will need to change trains two to four times en route, depending on your departure time. Thanks to convenient connections, you can arrive in Salzburg in under 9 hours by daytime train.
Prefer to travel while you sleep? Choose the Nightjet, the overnight train that takes you from Utrecht or Arnhem to Salzburg in 13.30 hours. With just one change (from 13 June 2026), you will arrive refreshed 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
Supersparpreis Europa
- Always the most affordable tickets
- Available to book up to and including the day of travel, subject to availability
- Changes and cancellations not possible
Sparpreis Europa
- Affordable tickets
- Available to book up to and including the day of travel, subject to availability
- Changes and cancellations possible at a cost
Flexpreis Europa
- Available to book up to and including the day of travel
- Free to change up to and including the day of travel (except for reservation costs)
- Includes City-Ticket
*With a City-Ticket, travel free by bus, metro and tram on your day of arrival and departure in over 140 German cities. Included with Flexpreis, available at extra cost with Sparpreis and Supersparpreis.
View the full fare information for ICE
Book in advance and save money!
The cheapest way to travel by train is to book early. Do you already know when you want to go? Then choose the Supersparpreis Europa fare. This is the most affordable fare, but it is tied to a fixed date, time and train. Changes or cancellations are not possible.
Tips for buying budget train 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 train journey as smooth as possible, we have put together the most important practical information for you.
Facilities on board
ICE offers a comfortable travel experience with spacious seating, power sockets and Wi-Fi on board. In 1st class, you enjoy extra space and service. Your city break has already begun before you even arrive.
Read all about the facilities and practical details of ICE
Check the journey planner and app
Always check your journey in the journey planner beforehand. This keeps you informed of any delays or engineering works. Download the NS International App too for up-to-date travel information on the go.
Free access to the lounges
ITravelling in 1st class? You can relax comfortably before your train journey to Düsseldorf in the NS International Lounge in Amsterdam and Rotterdam, with a complimentary drink. You also have access to the 1st class lounge of Deutsche Bahn, where you can enjoy a free snack and drink (excluding the Supersparpreis rate (Europe) and the Sparpreis Europe rate).
Seat reservation
In the summer of 2026 (26 June to 31 August), a seat reservation for international trains is compulsory. Outside this period, reserving a seat is not required, but it is recommended. After booking, you will receive a confirmation with your carriage and seat number. Want to make sure you have a seat? Reserve online.
1st class reservation
When booking a 1st class full-flex ticket, the cost of the seat reservation is included in the price. You can often also indicate a seating preference when booking.
Salzburg
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Most winter sports resorts in Austria are easily accessible by train. You can travel by train, day or by night.
