The Blue Train

THE BLUE TRAIN

"The Blue Train offers you the ultimate luxury train travel experience taking you through breathtaking scenery."
Luxury takes on a new dimension with The Blue Train. You'll feel it the moment you step into the pre-departure lounges in Pretoria or Cape Town. A warm-hearted South African welcome begins a journey that is defined by personal attention and devotion to detail. Kings and presidents have travelled on this magnificent moving five-star hotel. Its very name has become synonymous with the ultimate in luxury and personal service. The Blue Train Journeys, both scheduled and chartered, take guests through some of the most breathtaking countryside to be found anywhere in the world.

CURRENT BLUE TRAIN SPECIALS

BLUE TRAIN SPECIAL FOR SOUTH AFRICAN RESIDENTS

Have a look at our new selection of discounted Blue Train packages for South African Residents. SA Resident Packages.

FREE HOTEL NIGHT BEFORE OR AFTER BLUE TRAIN JOURNEY
Book a 2025/2026 Blue Train Journey on the regular fare and stay one night free in a Hotel in Cape Town or Pretoria. Includes a free Chauffeur transfer between the station and the hotel. This promotion is not valid on in conjunction with any of our packages, discounted fares or other specials.

BLUE TRAIN RATES AND DATES

BLUE TRAIN - CAPE TOWN JOURNEY (3 DAYS / 2 NIGHTS)

The Blue Train route between Pretoria and Cape Town is a two night journey of 1600 kilometres (994 miles), through some of the most diverse and spectacular scenery offered by the African sub-continent, including an off-train excursion in Kimberley for a visit to the Big Hole and Diamond Mine Museum. Click here for Detailed Blue Train Pretoria - Cape Town - Pretoria Itinerary.

INCLUDED & EXCLUDED

THIS IS INCLUDED: Two nights accommodation on the train, all meals, high tea, drinks (alcoholic and non-alcoholic) and off-the train excursion in Kimberley (Big Hole). THIS IS EXCLUDED: French Champagne and Caviar on Blue Train

2025

BLUE TRAIN CAPE TOWN TICKET PRICES AND DEPARTURE DATES

REGULAR TICKET PRICES

COST PER PERSON SHARING ONE-WAY
(add 50% for single occupancy)

1 January to 31 August 2025
De Luxe Suite: R36’325
Luxury Suite: R46'345

1 September to 15 November 2025
De Luxe Suite: R44'840
Luxury Suite: R56'625

16 November to 31 December 2025
De Luxe Suite: R36’325
Luxury Suite: R46'345

PRETORIA TO CAPE TOWN
Day 1 - departing 12h00
Day 3 - arriving 18h00
Total of two nights on the train

Departure Dates
January 6, 13, 27
February 3, 10, 17, 24
March 10, 17, 24
April 7, 14, 21
May 5, 12
June – –
July 7, 14, 21
August 11, 18, 25
September 8, 15, 22
October 6, 13, 20, 27
November 3, 10, 17
December 1, 08, 15

CAPE TOWN TO PRETORIA
Day 1 - departing 12h00
Day 3 - arriving 18h00
Total of two nights on the train

Departure Dates
January 9, 16, 30
February 6, 13, 20, 27
March 13, 20, 27
April 10, 17, 24
May 08, 15
June – –
July 10, 17, 24
August 14, 21, 28
September 11, 18, 25
October 9, 16, 23, 30
November 6, 13, 20
December 4, 11, 18

BLUE TRAIN - CAPE TOWN JOURNEY (3 DAYS / 2 NIGHTS)

INCLUDED & EXCLUDED

2026

BLUE TRAIN CAPE TOWN TICKET PRICES AND DEPARTURE DATES

REGULAR TICKET PRICES

COST PER PERSON SHARING ONE-WAY
(add 50% for single occupancy)

1 January to 31 August 2026
De Luxe Suite: R40'685
Luxury Suite: R51'905

1 September to 15 November 2026
De Luxe Suite: R50'220
Luxury Suite: R63'420

16 November to 31 December 2026
De Luxe Suite: R40'685
Luxury Suite: R51'905

PRETORIA TO CAPE TOWN
Day 1 - departing 12h00
Day 3 - arriving 18h00
Total of two nights on the train

Departure Dates
January 12, 19, 26
February 9, 16, 23
March 9, 16, 23
April 6, 13, 20
May 4, 11
June – –
July 13, 20, 27
August 3, 10, 17
September 7, 14, 21
October 5, 12, 19, 26
November 9, 16, 23, 30
December 7, 14

CAPE TOWN TO PRETORIA
Day 1 - departing 12h00
Day 3 - arriving 18h00
Total of two nights on the train

Departure Dates
January 15, 22, 29
February 12, 19, 26
March 12, 19, 26
April 9, 16, 23
May 7, 14
June – –
July 16, 23, 30
August 6, 13, 20
September 10, 17, 24
October 8, 15, 22, 29
November 12, 19, 26
December 3, 10, 17

THE SUITES

By day, the elegant furnished Blue Train suites offer generous lounge chairs which afford unequalled views of Africa. As night falls the suites become sumptuous and subtly-lit bedrooms with a choice of either two single beds (twin) or a double bed, clothed in fine cotton linen and duvets. Considerable attention is paid to guests' needs. There is a writing desk next to the window, individually-controlled air-conditioning, telephone, safe and TV monitor with on board movie and music channels.

THE LOUNGES

The Blue Train has two lounges: the main lounge and the Club lounge. The Club lounge has a more masculine ambiance and is expected to find favour with those seeking a peaceful place for after-dinner cognacs, coffees or cigars. This area is the only section of the train designated for smokers. High tea is served each afternoon in the main lounge. All lounges are fitted with air-conditioning systems. On most departures the Blue Train has an Observation Car at the back of the train with large windows offering panoramic views of the passing landscape and the rail tracks.

CUISINE AND DINING

All meals are freshly prepared on board the train by executive chefs. Carefully selected South African wines complement the gourmet cuisine served on The Blue Train. Savour wonderful food, freshly prepared in a state-of-the-art kitchen where gourmet chefs can cater for dietary requirements of today. The dining car caters for 42 guests per sitting. Discerning diners can have the pleasure of the best silver and crystal service where formal dinner attire adds to the grandeur.