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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.
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Paris to Ath is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Paris to Ath will cost around $95 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $60.
On Wed, Nov 04, we found 4 trains from Paris to Ath, including 4 direct services.
On Wed, Nov 04 the direct trains cover the 223 km distance in an average of 2 h 26 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 16 m .
On Wed, Nov 04 the slowest trains will take 2 h 36 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.

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Trains from Paris to Ath run on average 22 times per day, taking around 2h 7m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $50 but you can travel from only $13 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:08, the last at 22:33. The fastest train covers the 138 miles (223 km) distance in 1h 25m.
Distance 138 miles (223 km) |
Average train duration 2h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price $50 |
Trains per day 22 |
Fastest train 1h 25m |
First train 5:08 AM |
Last train 10:33 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 21 days |
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The table below shows live departures for Paris to Ath trains for today, Tuesday, November 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 9:18 AM Paris | 2h36 | 11:54 AM Ath | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:51 AM Paris | 2h35 | 1:26 PM Ath | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:14 PM Paris | 2h16 | 2:30 PM Ath | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:43 PM Paris | 1h48 | 3:31 PM Ath | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:25 PM Paris | 2h05 | 9:30 PM Ath | 0 transfersDirect |
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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
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Paris 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 Paris to Ath trains use the Paris Gare du Nord to Ath station pair, with some services arriving at Maffle. Use this guide to compare Paris and Ath train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Paris Gare du Nord is 3 km from Paris city centre. Public transport options include:
Paris Gare du Nord has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Terminus Nord, Chez Casimir, Brasserie Terminus Nord, McDonald’s, Bonne Journeé, Autogrill Grignotin, Autogrill Chips & Snacks
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
The ticket office is open Mon - Sun: 04:45 - 01:30. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is luggage lockers are located on level -1, close to Platform 3 near the Rue de Maubeuge entrance. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Paris Gare du Nord: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Paris Gare du Nord: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Paris Gare du Nord: Elevators, tactile warning strips. Contact the Accès Plus Mobility Service Centre at +33 890640650 or [email protected].
Nearby hotels include Hotel Whistler, Mercure Paris Gare du Nord, Ibis Paris Gare du Nord, Le Matissia, OKKO Hotels Paris Gare de l'Est.
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.
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.
Rebaix is 3 km from Ath city centre. Public transport options include:
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