Shosholoza Meyl Train 6 (Cape Town Express) is PRASA's intercity overnight service from Johannesburg Park to Cape Town, covering 1,535 km in approximately 26 hours through the Karoo. Shosholoza Meyl (means "moving forward") provides affordable overnight travel across South Africa with first-class, tourist-class, and economy seats.
| # | Station | Arrival | Departure |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Johannesburg Park Station Johannesburg | Start | 12:00 |
| 2 | Kimberley Station Kimberley | 20:30 | 20:45 |
| 3 | Bloemfontein Station Bloemfontein | 22:30 | 23:00 |
| 4 | 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.
Shosholoza Meyl Train 6 (Cape Town Express) is PRASA's intercity overnight service from Johannesburg Park to Cape Town, covering 1,535 km in approximately 26 hours through the Karoo. Shosholoza Meyl (means "moving forward") provides affordable overnight travel across South Africa with first-class, tourist-class, and economy seats.
The train runs on Tue, Thu, Sat. The full route covers 4 stops with a total journey time of approximately 22h 0m.
Book Shosholoza Meyl Cape Town Express 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 Shosholoza Meyl Cape Town Express tickets at prasa.com, the official PRASA portal. Compare fares and seat availability. Online booking typically opens 30–90 days before departure.
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