PRETORIA / TSHWANE
Host Cities Transport and Stadium Access
The City of Tshwane has planned a series of special services to supplement the regular transport provision in the city during the 2009 FIFA Confederations Cup (FCC). A description of the local services and arrangements for accessing Loftus Versfeld stadium from across the Gauteng Province is set out below.
Hotel Shuttles
If you are staying in a hotel or B&B that offers a shuttle service, you can be dropped off within close walking distance of the stadium. This is the park and walk designated area. Make sure you make arrangements with the shuttle for the return trip and pick up from the same spot.
Metered Taxis
Metered taxis are available for conveying people on an ad hoc basis and charge for the distance traveled. These taxis are available at the main transport hubs, including OR Tambo International Airport (ORTIA), Lanseria International Airport and Pretoria Main Station. The typical cost of a metered taxi between OR Tambo and Pretoria is R450 (one way). For taxis to/from OR Tambo International Airport to Pretoria, call JIATA at +27 (0) 11 390 1502. Metered Taxi Call Centre: 0861 SHE SHA (0861 743 742).
Public Shuttle from Airports
The Provincial Government of Gauteng operates an airport shuttle from ORTIA on match days at Loftus Versfeld stadium. Dates and times of operations as below:
- 15 June to Loftus Versfeld, 1st departure at ORTIA 10h00, last departure from 24h30
- 18 June to Loftus Versfeld 1st departure at ORTIA 10h00, last departure from 24h30
- 21 June to Loftus Versfeld 1st departure at ORTIA 10h00, last departure from 24h30
This service is for airline passengers only. The pick up point is at the airport. And the drop off point and pick up point for Loftus Versfeld is at LC DeVilliers, entrance via Burnett Street.
Trains
Spectators using train from around Tshwane as well as those coming from Johannesburg should disembark at Rissik Station in Hatfield. From here it is a 10minute walk to Loftus Versfeld stadium along a route manned by security personnel and volunteers.
On match days at Loftus Versfeld stadium, two special soccer trains are to run from Johannesburg’s Park Station and from Germiston Station to Rissik Station and back after the match. These are in addition to the regular scheduled trains.
For detailed schedules (showing all station stops) visit www.tshwane.gov.za/fifaworldcup under the Confederations Cup section. Please call (+27) 0800 127070 to confirm scheduled times.
Special Train Schedules:
Note: these schedules are subject to change, please check updates for confirmed schedules closer to the time.
15 June 2009 Match USA vs ITA (20:30)
| Train Number | 2241 | 2243 | |
| Johannesburg Main Station | 15:40 | 15:45 | Depart |
| Rissik Station (Loftus) | 17:24 | 17:29 | Arrive |
| Train number | 2245 | 2247 | |
| Germiston Station | 16:00 | 16:05 | Depart |
| Rissik Station (Loftus) | 17:23 | 17:28 | Arrive |
| Train number | 2248 | 2250 | |
| Rissik Station (Loftus) | 23:00 | 23:05 | Depart |
| Johannesburg Main Station | 0:42 | 0:47 | Arrive |
| Train number | 2252 | 2254 | |
| Rissik Station (Loftus) | 23:10 | 23:15 | Depart |
| Germiston Station | 0:23 | 0:28 | Arrive |
18 June 2009 Match USA vs BRA (16:00)
| Train number | 2241 | 2243 | |
| Johannesburg Main Station | 11:40 | 11:45 | Depart |
| Rissik Station (Loftus) | 13:24 | 13:29 | Arrive |
| Train number | 2245 | 2247 | |
| Germiston Station | 12:20 | 12:30 | Depart |
| Rissik Station (Loftus) | 13:43 | 13:53 | Arrive |
| Train number | 2248 | 2250 | |
| Rissik Station (Loftus) | 19:00 | 19:05 | Depart |
| Johannesburg Main Station | 20:42 | 20:47 | Arrive |
| Train number | 2252 | 2254 | |
| Rissik Station (Loftus) | 19:10 | 19:15 | Depart |
| Germiston Station | 20:23 | 20:28 | Arrive |
21 June 2009 Match ITA vs BRA (20:30)
| Train number | 2241 | 2243 | |
| Johannesburg Main Station | 15:40 | 15:45 | Depart |
| Rissik Station (Loftus) | 17:24 | 17:29 | Arrive |
| Train number | 2245 | 2247 | |
| Germiston Station | 16:00 | 16:05 | Depart |
| Rissik Station (Loftus) | 17:23 | 17:28 | Arrive |
| Train number | 2248 | 2250 | |
| Rissik Station (Loftus) | 23:00 | 23:05 | Depart |
| Johannesburg Main Station | 0:42 | 0:47 | Arrive |
| Train number | 2252 | 2254 | |
| Rissik Station (Loftus) | 23:10 | 23:15 | Depart |
| Germiston Station | 0:23 | 0:28 | Arrive |
Traveling by train within Tshwane
On match days at Loftus Versfeld, dedicated soccer trains are to run from Mabopane, De Wildt, Pienaarspoort and Saulsville stations to Rissik Station and back after the match. These are special soccer trains aimed at transporting local spectators to the matches. Please check your local station or call (+27) 0800 127070 for train numbers and departure times.
Park & Ride and Park & Walk for Loftus Versfeld Stadium
Those making use of their own vehicles or taxis should park at the dedicated Park & Ride facilities at LC de Villiers sports grounds and the Pretoria Sports Union.
Private vehicles can also park at the dedicated Park & Walk facility at Pretoria Technical High School. The correct facility to use depends on your seating.
North and East pavilion: LC de Villiers. Southern pavilion: Pretoria Sports Union.
West pavilion Park & Walk at Pretoria Technical High.
From the Park & Rides there are dedicated shuttles to Loftus Versfeld Stadium. Shuttles run continuously, starting 4 hours before kick-off until 3 hours after the end of the match.
Accessing the Stadium by foot
From Rissik Rail Station and Hatfield area:
Proceed along University Rd or Park Rd. Use the dedicated pedestrian walkway to the east of the stadium to access East, North and South Stands. Us Kirkness Rd for accessing the West Stand
From Park and Walk Site at Pretoria Technical High School
Proceed along Park Rd, turning into Kirkness to access the West, North and South Stand, or proceeding further along Park to the pedestrian walkway to access the East Stand.
Accessing the stadium by Park and ride Shuttle
• Shuttle drop off and pick up point for LC De Villiers east of stadium on University Rd
• Shuttle drop off and pick up point for Pretoria Sports Union Grounds south east of stadium on Jorissen Rd
Regular Public Transport in Tshwane
The City of Tshwane bus service runs between 05h00-20h00 during weekdays and reduced services over weekends. Buses can be caught at any designated bus stop (a pole with a bus sign at the top, sometimes a shelter as well) and the fare is changed based on the distance traveled along the route. The typical cost of a trip is less than R10. For routes and timetables visit www.tshwane.gov.za/bus.cfm. Enquiries can be directed to: Tel: +27 12 3580221 / 0223 / 0224 (07:30 to 16:00).
Travel from Tshwane for Matches in Johannesburg
Special soccer trains run between Tshwane and Johannesburg on match days at Ellis Park Stadium, with Doornfontein Station being the closest station to disembark.
Pretoria Main Station (located on the southern side of the CBD at the intersection of Paul Kruger Street and Scheiding Street) is the main transport hub of the city and serving fans for the 2009 FCC. This is an intermodal hub, including trains, buses (local and intercity) and taxis (both minibus and metered).
For information on Johannesburg municipal buses contact Jo’burg Connect on +27 (0) 11 375 5555
Park and Ride from Tshwane to Johannesburg, Coca Cola/Ellis Park :
Spectators from Tshwane travelling to Coca Cola Park can catch a Park and Ride Service from Tshwane Events Centre west of the CBD. If you are travelling for Johannesburg South and East then the Park and Ride venue at Dries Niemandt Park; Ekurhuleni may be more convenient.
Pretoria Main Station (located on the southern side of the Tshwane Central Business District at the intersection of Paul Kruger Street and Scheiding Street) is the main transport hub of the city for serving fans for the 2009 FCC. This is an intermodal hub, including trains, buses (local and intercity) and taxis (both minibus and metered).
For information on Johannesburg municipal buses contact Jo’burg Connect on +27 (0) 11 375 5555
Minibus taxis:
Minibus taxis, which can be hailed at any time, run along all the main routes within the city. These taxis charge a cash basis flat rate. The typical cost of a trip within Tshwane is less than R15.
Note:
Under normal circumstances, buses, trains and minibus taxis only operate until around 20h00. After that, please make use of metered taxis.
