Cape Town, South Africa 🇿🇦
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Transport Authorities
- MyCiTi Website App: MyCiTi
Getting Around
| Mode | Operator | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| bus | MyCiTi | Modern, safe, reliable bus rapid transit system. Covers city center, Atlantic suburbs, airport, Table Mountain shuttle, Waterfront, Camps Bay, Hout Bay, Woodstock, Salt River, Bloubergstrand, Table View, and Khayelitsha. Card-based payment system (myconnect card). |
| bus | Golden Arrow | 160-year-old network serving developing neighborhoods in Cape Flats. Less recommended for business travelers due to safety concerns. |
| train | Metrorail | Generally unreliable and unsafe with reported pickpocketing and mugging. Exception: Southern Line between Cape Town Railway Station and Fish Hoek is acceptable, especially in MetroPlus (first class) carriages. Not recommended as regular transport. |
Paying for Transport
- MyCiTi myconnect card: Card-based system. Purchase card from station kiosks and participating retailers. Load Mover packages (pay-as-you-go) or unlimited travel packages. Tap card at validators to pay fares automatically.
- Cash: Required for traditional taxis. Carry R5-R20 coins and R10-R20 notes. Fares passed forward through passengers.
Operating Hours
- Weekday: MyCiTi operates throughout business hours; specific hours vary by route. Peak traffic: 7:00-9:00 AM and 4:30-6:30 PM.
- Weekend: Service available; reduced frequency on some routes.
Rideshare & Taxis
- Uber Available Popular and reliable option. UberX recommended over Uber Go. Fair pricing with safety tracking. Suitable for business travelers.
- Bolt Available Alternative rideshare option with fair pricing and safety features.
Airport Connections
- bus - MyCiTi Airport Service: Varies by destination, Included in MyCiTi card system
- rideshare - Uber/Bolt from Cape Town International Airport: 20-40 minutes to city center depending on traffic, Variable; typically R150-R300+ to city center
- private_transfer - Private airport transfer services: 20-40 minutes to city center, Premium pricing; available through hotels and travel services
Live Delay Info
Local Tips
For business travelers: MyCiTi is the safest and most reliable public transport option. Uber/Bolt recommended for convenience and safety. Avoid traditional minibus taxis and Metrorail except Southern Line. Car rental available but driving on left side of road. Peak traffic 7-9 AM and 4:30-6:30 PM; plan accordingly. Tip car guards R5 for vehicle watching. MyCiTi buses have accessibility features including boarding bridges. Purchase MetroPlus train tickets at station before boarding if using Southern Line. City center is compact and walkable but many highlights require transport. Private chauffeur services available for luxury business travel.