Commuters across the Western Cape are set to benefit from a range of service improvements following PRASA Western Cape’s updated train timetables, which took effect on 8 June 2026.

Among the most significant changes is the expansion of services on the Wellington Line, which has increased from eight to 19 trips per day. The update is expected to ease congestion and improve access for daily commuters travelling between key economic and residential hubs.

New early-morning services have also been introduced, including a train from Strand to Cape Town and another from Nolungile to Cape Town, aimed at improving access for early commuters and reducing peak-hour pressure.

Operational adjustments have also been made on the Central Line, with revised scheduling intended to reduce delays and improve reliability. On the Cape Flats Line, peak-hour services have been restructured to improve efficiency and reduce overcrowding during busy travel periods.

The Western Cape Minister of Mobility, Isaac Sileku, says the changes are designed to improve the overall commuter experience by making train travel more predictable and efficient.

“By improving train services, we can make it easier for more residents to choose rail as a safe and reliable way to travel, with shorter waiting times and more reliable journeys.”

He added that the timetable changes are part of ongoing efforts to rebuild trust in passenger rail services and encourage greater use of public transport as an alternative to road travel.

“Reliable public transport is essential for connecting residents to work, school and other opportunities. These timetable changes are an important step towards rebuilding confidence in passenger rail and encouraging more residents to use trains, helping to reduce road congestion and make daily travel easier.”