How to get from Kirstenbosch to Matroosfontein by bus and train?

From Kirstenbosch to Matroosfontein by bus and train

To get from Kirstenbosch to Matroosfontein in Bellville, you’ll need to take 2 bus lines and one train line: take the BLUE MINI PENINSULA TOUR bus from Kirstenbosch station to Mariners Wharf station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 108 bus and finally take the CENTRAL LINE train from Cape Town station to Lavistown station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 49 min. The bus and train schedule from Kirstenbosch may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Matroosfontein on the Moovit app.

169min
Bus - BLUE MINI PENINSULA TOURBLUE MINI PENINSULA TOUR
Bus - 108108
Train - CENTRAL LINECENTRAL LINE
Walk to Matroosfontein
Leaves from Kirstenbosch

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from bus station
    Start from bus station
    Kirstenbosch
  • 2
    Bus - BLUE MINI PENINSULA TOURBLUE MINI PENINSULA TOUR
    Wait for bus
    BLUE MINI PENINSULA TOUR
    V&A Waterfront
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Mariners Wharf
    ID CSS09
    50 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Northshore
    ID FAC31NB
    10 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Bus - 108108
    Wait for bus
    108
    Adderley
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Adderley
    ID Adderley
    46 min
  • 7
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Cape Town
    390 m • 4 min
  • 8
    Train - CENTRAL LINECENTRAL LINE
    Wait for train
    CENTRAL LINE
  • 9
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Lavistown
    27 min
  • 10
    Walk to Matroosfontein
    Walk to
    Matroosfontein
    Fountain Road
    770 m • 10 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Kirstenbosch to Matroosfontein

The distance between Kirstenbosch, Bellville and Matroosfontein, Bellville is approximately 49.36 km, which can typically be travelled in 169 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Kirstenbosch to Matroosfontein by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Bellville – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Kirstenbosch to Matroosfontein

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

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Kirstenbosch to Matroosfontein?

    The fastest way takes 169 minutes, using Bus line BLUE MINI PENINSULA TOUR, Bus line 108, Train line CENTRAL LINE.

  • Is there a direct bus between Kirstenbosch and Matroosfontein?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines and one train line in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 49 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Kirstenbosch to Matroosfontein?

    The BLUE MINI PENINSULA TOUR bus line goes from Mariners Wharf station near Kirstenbosch in Wynberg to Northshore station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line and one train line till Northshore station near Matroosfontein in Bellville.

  • How long does it take to travel from Kirstenbosch to Matroosfontein by bus and train?

    The total travel time between Kirstenbosch in Wynberg and Matroosfontein in Bellville by bus and train is about 2 hr 49 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Kirstenbosch to get to Matroosfontein?

    Get on the BLUE MINI PENINSULA TOUR bus from the Mariners Wharf stop near Kirstenbosch in Wynberg.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Kirstenbosch and Matroosfontein?

    Get off the bus at the Northshore station, which is closest to Matroosfontein in Bellville.

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