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Maison des Géants
Ath’s signature museum explains the famous Giants and Ducasse festival, a UNESCO tradition and the city’s top cultural experience.
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Amsterdam to Ath among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $83 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 10m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $83, while a flight costs an average of $695.
Distance: 129 miles (209 km)
Most popular Train | Flight | Bus | Driving |
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$118 Average price | $695 Average price | $83 Average price Cheapest | $660 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 10m Average total duration Fastest 2h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 18m Average total duration 2h 18m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 6h 38m Average total duration 6h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 17m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Amsterdam to Ath:
A bus is $35 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Amsterdam to Ath costing on average $118.
A bus is $612 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Amsterdam to Ath costing on average $695.
Other travel options to Ath take longer:
Train takes on average 2h 40m.
Bus takes on average 6h 8m.
The journey is about 37m faster (2h 40m by train vs 3h 17m by car) and roughly $542 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($118 vs $660). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
The table below shows live departures for Amsterdam to Ath trains for today, Saturday, September 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 9:55 AM Amsterdam | 3h00 | 12:55 PM Ath | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Amsterdam to Ath run on average 57 times per day, taking around 2h 40m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $64 but you can travel from only $57 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:44, the last at 23:07. The fastest train covers the 129 miles (209 km) distance in 2h 21m.
Distance 129 miles (209 km) |
Average train duration 2h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price $64 |
Trains per day 57 |
Fastest train 2h 21m |
First train 12:44 AM |
Last train 11:07 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Discover the best of Ath — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Ath trip today.
Ath’s signature museum explains the famous Giants and Ducasse festival, a UNESCO tradition and the city’s top cultural experience.
Museum devoted to regional stoneworking and quarry history in Maffle. It highlights industry, craftsmanship, and local identity.
Interpretation space on the giant horse Bayard and Ath folklore. A good stop for understanding festival symbols and local traditions.
Ath’s main square is the social heart of the city, lined with historic facades and ideal for admiring the urban heritage.
Historic street through the center, useful for exploring old-town architecture and everyday local life on foot.
Historic town area near major monuments, well suited for a self-guided walk through Ath’s compact center.
Tarte à Mastelles pairs sweet local mastelles buns with fresh cheese. It is a classic Ath specialty tied to local baking and festive traditions.
Mastelles are sweet aniseed brioche-like buns from Ath, traditionally linked to the Ducasse festival and often eaten plain or with cheese.
Gouyasse is Ath's strong local bière de garde-style beer, brewed for the town's giant festival and closely associated with local identity.
Elegant restaurant in Ath known for refined French-Belgian cuisine, seasonal products, and a polished atmosphere suitable for a special meal.
Essential local stop for tasting Brasserie des Légendes beers, including Gouyasse, with a casual atmosphere focused on regional brewing heritage.
Well-regarded brasserie style venue serving Belgian classics and regional beers in a relaxed setting popular with locals and visitors.
Moderate for Belgium: lodging and dining cost more than smaller regional towns, but Ath is usually cheaper than Brussels; local transit and cafes are manageable for most visitors.
Service is usually included. Rounding up or leaving 5-10% is appreciated in restaurants. Round up small taxi fares; cafés often get small change.
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Ath Station -> Grand-Place, Ath
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Amsterdam to Ath by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Ath, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Amsterdam to Ath trains use the Amsterdam Centraal to Ath station pair, with some services arriving at Rebaix. Use this guide to compare Amsterdam and Ath train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Amsterdam Zuid is 4 km from Amsterdam city centre. Public transport options include:
Amsterdam Zuid has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant As, Gustavino
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Amsterdam Zuid. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Amsterdam Zuid. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Amsterdam Zuid: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Amsterdam Zuid: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Amsterdam Zuid: Elevators, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include NH Amsterdam Zuid, citizenM Amsterdam South, Crowne Plaza Amsterdam South.
Amsterdam Centraal has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food options include: De Broodzaak, Kyoto Sushi & Grill, Starbucks, The Doner Company, Wagamama, Wurst & Schnitzelhaus, Smullers, Burger King, Grand Café First Class, Burgerij, & many more
Free WiFi in all station areas. ATMs are available at Amsterdam Centraal.
Ticket office support is available at Amsterdam Centraal. Information desks are located in a small white building in front of the station's main entrance and at various points in the main passenger hall.
Luggage storage is located on the ground floor near the front entrance in the eastern walkway, near the stairs to platform 2. Open daily from 07:00 to 01:00. .
Available at Amsterdam Centraal: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Amsterdam Centraal: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Amsterdam Centraal: The station is fully accessible, including lifts to the platforms.
Nearby hotels include NH Collection Amsterdam Barbizon Palace, Park Plaza Victoria Amsterdam, Art’otel Amsterdam.
Schiphol Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Grand Café Plaza, Café Rembrandt, Bubbles Seafood & Wine Bar
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Schiphol Airport. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Schiphol Airport. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Schiphol Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Schiphol Airport: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Schiphol Airport: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Sheraton Amsterdam Airport Hotel, Hilton Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, CitizenM Schiphol Airport.
Ath has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Trolls & Bush, Le Saint Christophe
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Ath. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Ath. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Ath: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Ath: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Ath.
Nearby hotels include Hotel du Parc, Hotel des Acacias.
Rebaix is 3 km from Ath city centre. Public transport options include:
Maffle is 2 km from Ath city centre. Public transport options include:
Maffle has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, and WC.
Food and drink options are available at Maffle.
Available at Maffle: Parking, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Maffle.
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