Note that The Blue Train does not operate from Johannesburg to Cape Town, only from Pretoria to Cape Town. If you live in Johannesburg, we can include a free transfer from Johannesburg to Pretoria.
The hardest thing to do on The Blue Train every day is deciding what to wear.
Availability last updated on 18 Dec 2025 for Rovos Rail; on 10 Nov 2025 for The Blue Train
Blue Train Availability & Rates (Pretoria to Cape Town)
Departure Details
Available Suites
12 Jan 2026 12:00 Pretoria to Cape Town (3 nights (2 train + 1 hotel))
Prices are shown based on your selection in the 'Travellers' filter. While you are on The Blue Train and Rovos Rail, accommodation is included, fine dining (excluding caviar), beverages (alcoholic and non-alcoholic - except French champagne), and off-train excursions. External phone calls and gratuities are excluded. The longer you take to book the greater the chance of prices and availability changing. Select your preferred currency at the top - US Dollars, Bitcoin, Rands, Great Britain Pounds, Euros, Canadian Dollars or Australian Dollars; the prices are automatically adjusted for current exchange rates. We are the only official reseller showing prices in US Dollars, Great Britain Pounds, Euros, Canadian Dollars and Australian Dollars. We accept payment in most cryptocurrencies. Credit card payments accepted. WhatsApp Rob (any time of night or day) for more info. Email rob@southafrica.to to firm up a booking.
Guests are requested to check-in an hour prior to departure. Check-in time is 11:00 am One hour prior to departure. (Guests to check in at The Blue Train Lounge).
Boarding Time is 11:30 am
Departure time is 12:00 pm
Expected arrival time in Cape Town:
6:00 pm (not guaranteed). Don't book any flights/excursions on the same day preceding and subsequent to arrival/departure; as these may be forfeited in case of any delays.
