How to get from Athlone to Matroosfontein by train?

From Athlone to Matroosfontein by train

To get from Athlone to Matroosfontein in Bellville, take the CAPE FLATS train from Athlone station to Cape Town station. Next, take the CENTRAL LINE train from Cape Town station to Lavistown station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 49 min. The train schedule from Athlone may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Matroosfontein on the Moovit app.

109min
Train - CAPE FLATSCAPE FLATS
Train - CENTRAL LINECENTRAL LINE
Walk to Matroosfontein
Leaves from Athlone

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Athlone
  • 2
    Train - CAPE FLATSCAPE FLATS
    Wait for train
    CAPE FLATS
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Cape Town
    22 min
  • 4
    Train - CENTRAL LINECENTRAL LINE
    Wait for train
    CENTRAL LINE
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Lavistown
    27 min
  • 6
    Walk to Matroosfontein
    Walk to
    Matroosfontein
    Fountain Road
    770 m • 10 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Athlone to Matroosfontein by train via CAPE FLATS and NORTHERN LINE STRAND

To get from Athlone to Matroosfontein in Bellville, take the CAPE FLATS train from Athlone station to Maitland station. Next, take the NORTHERN LINE STRAND train from Maitland station to Elsies River station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 23 min. The train schedule from Athlone may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Matroosfontein on the Moovit app.

83min
Train - CAPE FLATSCAPE FLATS
Train - NORTHERN LINE STRANDNORTHERN LINE STRAND
Walk to Matroosfontein
Leaves from Athlone

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Athlone
  • 2
    Train - CAPE FLATSCAPE FLATS
    Wait for train
    CAPE FLATS
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Maitland
    11 min
  • 4
    Train - NORTHERN LINE STRANDNORTHERN LINE STRAND
    Wait for train
    NORTHERN LINE STRAND
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Elsies River
    15 min
  • 6
    Walk to Matroosfontein
    Walk to
    Matroosfontein
    Fountain Road
    3.82 km • 49 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transport directions from Athlone to Matroosfontein

The distance between Athlone, Bellville and Matroosfontein, Bellville is approximately 28.88 km, which can typically be travelled in 109 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Athlone to Matroosfontein by train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Bellville – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Train schedule from Athlone to Matroosfontein

To check the train schedule from Athlone to Matroosfontein using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Athlone) and destination (Matroosfontein), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each 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 train schedules.

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Alternative route from Athlone to Matroosfontein by train via CAPE FLATS and NORTHERN LINE STRAND

To get from Athlone to Matroosfontein in Bellville, take the CAPE FLATS train from Athlone station to Maitland station. Next, take the NORTHERN LINE STRAND train from Maitland station to Elsies River station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 23 min. The train schedule from Athlone may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Matroosfontein on the Moovit app.

83min
Train - CAPE FLATSCAPE FLATS
Train - NORTHERN LINE STRANDNORTHERN LINE STRAND
Walk to Matroosfontein
Leaves from Athlone

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Athlone
  • 2
    Train - CAPE FLATSCAPE FLATS
    Wait for train
    CAPE FLATS
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Maitland
    11 min
  • 4
    Train - NORTHERN LINE STRANDNORTHERN LINE STRAND
    Wait for train
    NORTHERN LINE STRAND
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Elsies River
    15 min
  • 6
    Walk to Matroosfontein
    Walk to
    Matroosfontein
    Fountain Road
    3.82 km • 49 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 109 minutes, using Train line CAPE FLATS, Train line CENTRAL LINE.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Athlone to Matroosfontein?

    The alternative route takes 83 minutes, using Train line CAPE FLATS, Train line NORTHERN LINE STRAND.

  • Is there a direct train between Athlone and Matroosfontein?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 49 min.

  • Which train line goes from Athlone to Matroosfontein?

    The CAPE FLATS train line goes from Cape Town station near Athlone in Wynberg to Lavistown station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Lavistown station near Matroosfontein in Bellville.

  • How long does it take to travel from Athlone to Matroosfontein by train?

    The total travel time between Athlone in Wynberg and Matroosfontein in Bellville by train is about 1 hr 49 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Athlone to get to Matroosfontein?

    Get on the CAPE FLATS train from the Cape Town station near Athlone in Wynberg.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between Athlone and Matroosfontein?

    Get off the train at the Lavistown station, which is closest to Matroosfontein in Bellville.

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