THE SHORT VERSION
Vienna to Amsterdam at a glance.
- From
- Vienna Wien
- Road distance
- About 1151 km
- Straight line
- 936 km
- Car time, no stops
- ~11 h 45 min buses take longer
- Return route
- Amsterdam to Vienna →
- Border
- Austria → Netherlands. Schengen: carry ID
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THE DETAILS THAT MAKE A DIFFERENCE
Right place. Right bus. Better start.
Leaving Vienna
Vienna has many international bus services to central and eastern Europe, Germany and Italy, using several terminals and stops rather than one station.
- Vienna International Busterminal (VIB)
At Erdberg (U3). Many international coaches. - Other stops
Operators also use Westbahnhof, Hauptbahnhof/Südtiroler Platz, Praterstern and the airport.
Arriving in Amsterdam
Sloterdijk and Bijlmer ArenA both have fast trains and metro to Amsterdam Centraal.
- Amsterdam Sloterdijk
Bus platforms at Piarcoplein, north side of Sloterdijk station. FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus and others. - Bijlmer ArenA
International stop on Hoogoorddreef, by Bijlmer ArenA station. - Schiphol Airport
Intercity bus stop at the airport.
Keep the essentials offline
Save your ticket, the exact meeting point and the operator's phone number before you set off. Follow the check-in time on your confirmation.
- Check which of the three stops your coach uses.
KEEP GOING
From Amsterdam, the road continues.
Other ways to reach Amsterdam
More buses from Vienna
GOOD QUESTIONS
Before you take your seat.
How far is Vienna from Amsterdam by road?+
About 1151 km by road (936 km in a straight line). Distance is an OpenStreetMap routing estimate, not an operator figure.
How long does the bus from Vienna to Amsterdam take?+
We don't publish timetables. As a guide, the drive takes roughly 11 h 45 min by car without stops; bus journeys are usually longer. Check the duration of your chosen departure on 12Go before booking.
Where does the bus leave from in Vienna?+
It depends on the operator. Main options in Vienna include Vienna International Busterminal (VIB), Other stops, and many tourist companies collect from offices or hotels. Your ticket shows the exact boarding point.
Is there a bus back from Amsterdam to Vienna?+
Yes, 12Go also lists services in the opposite direction. See our Amsterdam to Vienna guide.
Where does the bus from Vienna arrive in Amsterdam?+
It depends on the operator. In Amsterdam, services use Amsterdam Sloterdijk, Bijlmer ArenA, Schiphol Airport. Sloterdijk and Bijlmer ArenA both have fast trains and metro to Amsterdam Centraal.
How do I get from the bus stop to the centre of Amsterdam?+
Sloterdijk and Bijlmer ArenA both have fast trains and metro to Amsterdam Centraal.
What kind of bus runs from Vienna to Amsterdam?+
It varies by operator and departure. Routes in this region are served by a mix of sleeper buses, seated coaches and smaller limousine vans. Check the vehicle type, seat layout and luggage allowance for your departure on 12Go before you book.
Can I book the Vienna to Amsterdam bus online?+
Yes. 12Go lists departures on this route. You choose a date, compare operators and pay online, and the provider issues the ticket. BusConnects doesn't sell tickets itself.
Where can I go next from Amsterdam by bus?+
Direct buses from Amsterdam include Brussels, Frankfurt, Hamburg, Paris, Greater London and more. See all connections on our Amsterdam bus page.
Do I need my passport on the bus from Vienna to Amsterdam?+
Austria and Netherlands are both in the Schengen area, so there are usually no routine border checks. Carry your passport or national ID card anyway: spot checks happen and operators may ask for ID.
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Route listed in 12Go's public route index (checked 2026-10-09). Station information reviewed 2026-10-09. Distance: OpenStreetMap data via OSRM (approximate driving distance). Listings change and are not live inventory. Confirm the departure, pickup, price and conditions before paying.
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