Observatory to Gardens: Distance, Travel Time, Fares & Route

How to Travel from

Observatory to Gardens

by Bicycle or Car

The Republic of South Africa Observatory Gardens

Other

Train operators

CT Trains

Website:

cttrains.co.za/

Train from Observatory to Capetown

Ave. Duration:

11 min

Frequency:

Every 30 minutes

Estimated price:

$0.45–$0.70

Bus operators

Citysightseeing

Phone:

021 511 6000

Email:

[email protected]

Website:

citysightseeing.co.za/

Bus from Long Street to Mount

Ave. Duration:

5 min

Frequency:

Every 20 minutes

Estimated price:

$17.62

What is the cheapest way to get from Observatory to Gardens?

The cheapest way to get from Observatory to Gardens is to train which costs $1 - $1 and takes 11 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Observatory to Gardens?

The fastest way to get from Observatory to Gardens is to taxi which takes 7 min and costs $2.61 - $3.26 .

Is there a direct train between Observatory and Gardens?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Observatory and arriving at Capetown. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 11 min.

How far is it from Observatory to Gardens?

The distance between Observatory and Gardens is 5 km.

How do I travel from Observatory to Gardens without a car?

The best way to get from Observatory to Gardens without a car is to train which takes 11 min and costs $1 - $1 .

How long does it take to get from Observatory to Gardens?

The train from Observatory to Capetown takes 11 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Observatory to Gardens train from?

Observatory to Gardens train services, operated by CT Trains, depart from Observatory station.

Where does the Observatory to Gardens train arrive?

Observatory to Gardens train services, operated by CT Trains, arrive at Capetown station.

Where can I stay near Gardens?

There are 5930+ hotels available in Gardens. Prices start at $45.60 per night.

Table Mountain

Table Mountain (Khoekhoe: Huriǂoaxa, lit. 'sea-emerging'; Afrikaans: Tafelberg) is a flat-topped mountain forming a prominent landmark overlooking the city of Cape Town in South Africa.

Signal Hill

Signal Hill (Afrikaans: Seinheuwel), or Lion's Rump, is a landmark flat-topped hill located in Cape Town, next to Lion's Head and Table Mountain.

Cape Town Stadium

The Cape Town Stadium (Afrikaans: Kaapstad-stadion; Xhosa: Inkundla yezemidlalo yaseKapa; known until 2025 as the DHL Stadium for sponsorship reasons) is an association football (soccer) and rugby union stadium in Cape Town, South Africa, that was built as part of the country's hosting of the 2010 FIFA World Cup.

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Two ways to Travel from Observatory to Gardens

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