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

From First to Matroosfontein by bus and train

To get from First to Matroosfontein in Bellville, you’ll need to take one bus line and 2 train lines: take the 251 bus from First station to Century City Rail station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the NORTHERN LINE BELLVILLE train and finally take the CENTRAL LINE train from Ysterplaat station to Lavistown station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 27 min. The bus and train schedule from First may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Matroosfontein on the Moovit app.

87min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 251251
Train - NORTHERN LINE BELLVILLENORTHERN LINE BELLVILLE
Train - CENTRAL LINECENTRAL LINE
Walk to Matroosfontein
Leaves from First

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    First
    ID FMG003SB
    130 m • 2 min
  • 2
    Bus - 251251
    Wait for bus
    251
    Century City Rail
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Century City Rail
    ID FCC008EB
    23 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Century City
    10 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Train - NORTHERN LINE BELLVILLENORTHERN LINE BELLVILLE
    Wait for train
    NORTHERN LINE BELLVILLE
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Ysterplaat
    5 min
  • 7
    Train - CENTRAL LINECENTRAL LINE
    Wait for train
    CENTRAL LINE
  • 8
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Lavistown
    19 min
  • 9
    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 First to Matroosfontein

The distance between First, Bellville and Matroosfontein, Bellville is approximately 23.27 km, which can typically be travelled in 87 min. Moovit will show you the directions from First 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 timetable from First to Matroosfontein

To check the bus and train timetable from First to Matroosfontein using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (First) 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 journey and stay up to date with the latest bus and train timetables.

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Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 87 minutes, using Bus line 251, Train line NORTHERN LINE BELLVILLE, Train line CENTRAL LINE.

  • Is there a direct bus between First and Matroosfontein?

    No, you’ll have to take one bus line and 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 27 min.

  • Which bus line goes from First to Matroosfontein?

    The 251 bus line goes from First station near First in Cape to Century City Rail station. From there you’ll have to take 2 train lines till Century City Rail station near Matroosfontein in Bellville.

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

    The total travel time between First in Cape and Matroosfontein in Bellville by bus and train is about 1 hr 27 min.

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

    Get on the 251 bus from the First stop near First in Cape.

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

    Get off the bus at the Century City Rail station, which is closest to Matroosfontein in Bellville.

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