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. 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.
Book The Blue Train tickets at prasa.com, the official PRASA portal. Online booking opens 30 to 120 days before departure. 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.
Book The Blue Train tickets at prasa.com, the official PRASA portal. Compare fares and seat availability. Online booking typically opens 30–90 days before departure.
Book Now →Visit any PRASA booking office. Staff can help with seat selection and special assistance. Book early for popular departure times.
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