The Blue Train is South Africa's legendary luxury passenger train from Pretoria to Cape Town, running 1,600 km in 27 hours through the Karoo desert and Cape Winelands. Considered one of the world's great luxury train journeys, it features butler service, ensuite bathrooms, gourmet dining, and a fully stocked personal bar in each suite.
| # | Station | Arrival | Departure |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Pretoria Station Pretoria | Start | 08:30 |
| 2 | Kimberley Station Kimberley | 18:00 | 18:20 |
| 3 | Cape Town Railway Station Cape Town | 10:00 (+1d) | End |
Timetable data is sourced from official South Africa railways records and may vary due to delays or seasonal changes. Always verify with the official operator before travelling.
The Blue Train is South Africa's legendary luxury passenger train from Pretoria to Cape Town, running 1,600 km in 27 hours through the Karoo desert and Cape Winelands. Considered one of the world's great luxury train journeys, it features butler service, ensuite bathrooms, gourmet dining, and a fully stocked personal bar in each suite.
The train runs on Mon, Wed, Fri, Sun. The full route covers 3 stops with a total journey time of approximately 25h 30m.
Available travel classes include Deluxe, Luxury Cabin. Fares start from ZAR 3,500 for Deluxe.
Book The Blue Train tickets at prasa.com, the official PRASA portal. Online booking opens 30 to 120 days before departure depending on the operator. Book in advance for the best seat selection and lowest available fares.
Passengers are advised to arrive at the station at least 30 minutes before the scheduled departure time to locate the correct platform and coach.
Reserved seating
Reserved seating
Book The Blue Train tickets at prasa.com, the official PRASA portal. Compare fares and seat availability before booking. Online booking typically opens 30 to 90 days before departure.
Book NowVisit any PRASA booking office in person. Staff can help with seat selection, group bookings, and special assistance. Book early for popular departure times and holidays.
Contact PRASA for schedule information, delay updates, and booking assistance via their official website or station helpdesk.
Visit PRASAThe Blue Train departs at 08:30 and arrives at the final destination at 10:00 (next day). Total journey time is approximately 25h 30m. Always verify current timings with PRASA before travelling.
The Blue Train fares start from approximately 3,500 (economy class). Book at prasa.com for the latest prices.
Book The Blue Train tickets at prasa.com, the official PRASA booking portal. Tickets are also available at station booking offices. Book in advance for popular routes and holiday periods.
The Blue Train makes 3 stops. The route starts at Pretoria Station and ends at Cape Town Railway Station. Major intermediate stops include Kimberley Station.
Check the running days shown in the hero section on this page. Some routes run daily, others run on selected days only. Always verify the current running schedule on the PRASA website or app before booking.
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