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Cheapest price on Sep 11
$107
Average ticket price on Sep 11
$199
Fastest journey on Sep 11
8 h 19 m
Average journey duration on Sep 11
10 h 7 m
Trains on Sep 11
2
Distance
683 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Ax-les-Thermes to Paris is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ax-les-Thermes to Paris will cost around $199 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $107.
On Fri, Sep 11, we found 2 trains from Ax-les-Thermes to Paris, including 2 direct services.
On Fri, Sep 11 the direct trains cover the 683 km distance in an average of 10 h 7 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 8 h 19 m .
On Fri, Sep 11 the slowest trains will take 11 h 55 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.




Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Ax-les-Thermes to Paris among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $151 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 30m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $151, while a flight costs an average of $470.
Distance: 424 miles (683 km)
Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
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$151 Average price Cheapest | $470 Average price | $224 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
8h 37m Average total duration 8h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 30m Average total duration Fastest 2h 30m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 8h 8m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Ax-les-Thermes to Paris:
A train is $319 (€257) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Ax-les-Thermes to Paris costing on average $470 (€379).
Other travel options to Paris take longer:
Train takes on average 8h 7m.
The journey is about 1m faster (8h 7m by train vs 8h 8m by car) and roughly $73 (€59) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($151 (€122) vs $224 (€181)). 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.
Direct services run with Société Nationale des Chemins de fer Français (SNCF).
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 Ax-les-Thermes to Paris trains for today, Thursday, September 10. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 6:58 AM Ax-les-Thermes | 8h20 | 3:18 PM Paris | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:55 PM Ax-les-Thermes | 14h21 | 5:16 AM Paris | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:20 PM Ax-les-Thermes | 13h56 | 6:16 AM Paris | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Ax-les-Thermes to Paris run on average 4 times per day, taking around 8h 7m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $59 (€47) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:58, the last at 22:14. The fastest train covers the 424 miles (683 km) distance in 6h 30m.
Distance 424 miles (683 km) |
Average train duration 8h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price $59 (€47) |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 6h 30m |
First train 5:58 AM |
Last train 10:14 PM |
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The world's most visited museum, home to the Mona Lisa and vast collections spanning ancient civilizations to 19th-century art.
Masterpieces by Monet, Van Gogh, Degas, and more in a magnificent former railway station on the Seine.
Rich collection of Impressionist and Post-Impressionist works in the restored Orangerie, including Monet's immersive Water Lilies.
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Three-Michelin-star dining by Alain Ducasse at Plaza Athénée, known for haute cuisine and luxurious contemporary presentation.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ax-les-Thermes to Paris 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 Paris, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Ax-les-Thermes to Paris trains use the Ax-les-Thermes to Paris Gare Montparnasse station pair, with some services arriving at Paris Gare d'Austerlitz. Use this guide to compare Ax-les-Thermes and Paris train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Ax-les-Thermes has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, and Information Desk.
Food options include: Restaurant Couteaux Fourchettes, La Table du Sud-Ouest
Ticket office support is available at Ax-les-Thermes. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Available at Ax-les-Thermes: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Ax-les-Thermes: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Ax-les-Thermes: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Le Chalet, La Grande Cordée.
Paris Gare Montparnasse is 2 km from Paris city centre. Public transport options include:
Paris Gare Montparnasse 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: YO! Sushi, McDonald's, Pierre Herme, La Fabrique à Cookies, Brioche Dorée, Yogurt Factory, IT Trattoria, PeGast, EXKi, Starbucks, & many more
Free public Wi-Fi. ATMs are there are several ATM machines inside the station.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 07:15 - 18:00. Information desks are information services are available at the SNCF ticket office. Located in Hall 1 on Level 2 near Track 1.
Luggage storage is automatic lockers are located in Hall 1 on level 2 close to Track 24.
Available at Paris Gare Montparnasse: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Paris Gare Montparnasse: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Paris Gare Montparnasse: Elevators, boarding ramps, and escalators. Special assistance for disabled travelers is available at the station, located in Hall 1 on Level 2.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Le Littré, Hôtel Mistral, Royal Saint Germain.
Paris Gare d'Austerlitz is 1 km from Paris city centre. Public transport options include:
Paris Gare d'Austerlitz 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: Brioche Dorée, Dalloyau, La Croissanterie
Free, unlimited high-speed Wi-Fi when you create a free account. ATMs are located in various points in the station.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 08:00 - 20:00. Information desks are located on the ground level near the Seine entrance and on the underground level near the RER stairs and escalator.
Luggage storage is automatic lockers are located across from Platforms 1 and 2 and are open daily from 06:00 to 22:00. .
Available at Paris Gare d'Austerlitz: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Paris Gare d'Austerlitz: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Paris Gare d'Austerlitz: The station is fully accessible, including handicapped parking, lifts, ramps, handicapped restrooms, and lowered counters.
Nearby hotels include Hôtel Libertel Austerlitz Jardin des Plantes, OFF Paris Seine, Hotel Devillas.
Paris Gare de Lyon is 2 km from Paris city centre. Public transport options include:
Paris Gare de Lyon 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: Le Train Bleu, La Fabrique Cookies, The Grand Comptoir, Café Pierre Hermé, Paul, Starbucks, Golden Brioche, Mezzo di Pasta, McDonald's, The Prem1er Café, & many more
Free unlimited WiFi. ATMs are in various points at the station.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 04:45 - 01:30. Information desks are located in Hall 1.
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are available daily from 06:15 to 22:00. They are located on the first level in Hall 3 on the Rue de Bercy side of the station.
Available at Paris Gare de Lyon: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Paris Gare de Lyon: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Paris Gare de Lyon: Full accessibility services for all types of disabilities throughout the station, including digital and electronic orientation systems.
Nearby hotels include Hôtel Parisianer, Hôtel Locomo, Hôtel Marceau Bastille.
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