How to get from Observatory to Cape Town by train?

By train

Take one direct train from Observatory to Cape Town in Goodwood: take the SOUTHERN LINE train from Observatory station to Cape Town station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 25 min.

25min
Train - SOUTHERN LINESOUTHERN LINE
Walk to Cape Town
Leaves from Observatory

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Observatory
  • 2
    Train - SOUTHERN LINESOUTHERN LINE
    Wait for train
    SOUTHERN LINE
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Cape Town
    9 min
  • 4
    Walk to Cape Town
    Walk to
    Cape Town
    Gallery Lane
    950 m • 13 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route by train via CENTRAL LINE

Take one direct train from Observatory to Cape Town in Goodwood: take the CENTRAL LINE train from Salt River station to Cape Town station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 44 min.

44min
Walk to train station
Train - CENTRAL LINECENTRAL LINE
Walk to Cape Town
Leaves from Salt River

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Salt River
    1.53 km • 20 min
  • 2
    Train - CENTRAL LINECENTRAL LINE
    Wait for train
    CENTRAL LINE
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Cape Town
    7 min
  • 4
    Walk to Cape Town
    Walk to
    Cape Town
    Gallery Lane
    950 m • 13 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Observatory to Cape Town

The distance between Observatory, Goodwood and Cape Town, Goodwood is approximately 6.19 km, which can typically be travelled in 25 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Observatory to Cape Town by train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Goodwood – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Public transport stations close to Observatory

Observatory is located at Observatory, Goodwood and the nearest public transport station is Mowbray.

Train stations close to Observatory:

  • Mowbray
  • Rosebank
  • Koeberg Rd

Public transport stations close to Cape Town, Goodwood

Cape Town is located at Gallery Lane, Goodwood and the nearest public transport station is Jewish Museum.

Train stations close to Cape Town:

  • Cape Town
  • Esplanade
  • Woodstock

Bus stations close to Cape Town:

  • Jewish Museum
  • Sa Museum
  • Roeland

Funicular stations close to Cape Town:

  • Cape Town

Related Routes

Alternative route by train via CENTRAL LINE

Take one direct train from Observatory to Cape Town in Goodwood: take the CENTRAL LINE train from Salt River station to Cape Town station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 44 min.

44min
Walk to train station
Train - CENTRAL LINECENTRAL LINE
Walk to Cape Town
Leaves from Salt River

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Salt River
    1.53 km • 20 min
  • 2
    Train - CENTRAL LINECENTRAL LINE
    Wait for train
    CENTRAL LINE
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Cape Town
    7 min
  • 4
    Walk to Cape Town
    Walk to
    Cape Town
    Gallery Lane
    950 m • 13 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Observatory to Cape Town?

    The fastest way takes 25 minutes, using Bus line SOUTHERN LINE.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Observatory to Cape Town?

    The alternative route takes 44 minutes, using Bus line CENTRAL LINE.

  • Is there a direct train between Observatory and Cape Town in Goodwood?

    Yes, there is a direct train going from Observatory to Cape Town in Goodwood in 25 min.

  • Which train line goes from Observatory to Cape Town in Goodwood?

    The SOUTHERN LINE train line goes from Cape Town station near Observatory to Cape Town station near Cape Town in Goodwood.

  • How long does it take to travel from Observatory to Cape Town in Goodwood by train?

    The total travel time between Observatory and Cape Town in Goodwood by train is about 25 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Observatory to get to Cape Town in Goodwood?

    Get on the SOUTHERN LINE train from the Cape Town station near Observatory in Goodwood.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Observatory and Cape Town in Goodwood?

    Get off the train at the Cape Town station, which is closest to Cape Town in Goodwood.

  • When is the first bus from Observatory to Cape Town in Goodwood?

    The first bus from Observatory to Cape Town in Goodwood is 261: Omuramba - Maitland - Salt River - Adderley. It leaves the Salt River Hall stop at 08:46.

  • When is the first train from Observatory to Cape Town in Goodwood?

    The first train from Observatory to Cape Town in Goodwood is Southern Line to Cape Town. It leaves the Observatory station at 08:17.

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