How to get from Somerset West to Manenberg by funicular and train?

From Somerset West to Manenberg by funicular and train

To get from Somerset West to Manenberg in Mitchells Plain, take the Q1XBOQERZEQQUQDAAI2PEG funicular from Somerset West station to Cape Town station. Next, take the CENTRAL LINE train from Cape Town station to Nyanga station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 21 min. The funicular and train schedule from Somerset West may change. We recommend you check the updated funicular and train schedule to Manenberg on the Moovit app.

141min
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Train - CENTRAL LINECENTRAL LINE
Walk to Manenberg
Leaves from Somerset West

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from funicular station
    Start from funicular station
    Somerset West
  • 2
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    Wait for funicular
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    Cape Town
  • 3
    Ride to funicular station
    Ride to funicular station
    Cape Town
    75 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Cape Town
    200 m • 3 min
  • 5
    Train - CENTRAL LINECENTRAL LINE
    Wait for train
    CENTRAL LINE
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Nyanga
    32 min
  • 7
    Walk to Manenberg
    Walk to
    Manenberg
    Renoster Walk
    710 m • 9 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Somerset West to Manenberg

The distance between Somerset West, Mitchells Plain and Manenberg, Mitchells Plain is approximately 75.22 km, which can typically be travelled in 141 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Somerset West to Manenberg by funicular and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Mitchells Plain – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Funicular And Train timetable from Somerset West to Manenberg

To check the funicular and train timetable from Somerset West to Manenberg using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Somerset West) and destination (Manenberg), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available funicular and train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each funicular and train, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your journey and stay up to date with the latest funicular and train timetables.

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Somerset West to Manenberg?

    The fastest way takes 141 minutes, using Funicular line Q1XBOQERZEQQUQDAAI2PEG, Train line CENTRAL LINE.

  • Is there a direct funicular between Somerset West and Manenberg?

    No, you’ll have to take one funicular line and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 21 min.

  • Which funicular line goes from Somerset West to Manenberg?

    The Q1XBOQERZEQQUQDAAI2PEG funicular line goes from Cape Town station near Somerset West in Strand to Cape Town station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Cape Town station near Manenberg in Mitchells Plain.

  • How long does it take to travel from Somerset West to Manenberg by funicular and train?

    The total travel time between Somerset West in Strand and Manenberg in Mitchells Plain by funicular and train is about 2 hr 21 min.

  • Where do I get on the funicular near Somerset West to get to Manenberg?

    Get on the Q1XBOQERZEQQUQDAAI2PEG funicular from the Cape Town station near Somerset West in Strand.

  • Where do I get off the funicular when travelling between Somerset West and Manenberg?

    Get off the funicular at the Cape Town station, which is closest to Manenberg in Mitchells Plain.

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