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

The cheapest way to get from Observatory to Paarl is to train which costs R 12 - R 15 and takes 2h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Observatory to Paarl is to drive which takes 35 min and costs R 130 - R 200.

Is there a direct train between Observatory and Paarl?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Paarden and arriving at Huguenot. Services depart twice daily, and operate Monday to Saturday. The journey takes approximately 2h 5m.

How far is it from Observatory to Paarl?

The distance between Observatory and Paarl is 52 km. The road distance is 58.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Observatory to Paarl without a car is to train and bus which takes 1h 59m and costs R 190 - R 320.

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

It takes approximately 1h 59m to get from Observatory to Paarl, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Observatory to Paarl train from?

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

Train or bus from Observatory to Paarl?

The best way to get from Observatory to Paarl is to bus which takes 2h 16m and costs R 55 - R 650. Alternatively, you can train, which costs R 12 - R 15 and takes 2h 5m.

Where does the Observatory to Paarl train arrive?

Observatory to Paarl train services, operated by CT Trains, arrive at Huguenot station.

Can I drive from Observatory to Paarl?

Yes, the driving distance between Observatory to Paarl is 58 km. It takes approximately 35 min to drive from Observatory to Paarl.

Where can I stay near Paarl?

There are 714+ hotels available in Paarl.

Observatory to Paarl - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and taxi

There are 5 ways to get from Observatory to Paarl by train, bus, bus (Greyhound), car, or taxi

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Salt river to Bellvilletrain Northern
2. Take the bus from Bellville to Paarlbus
1h 59m
R 197–315
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Paarden to Huguenottrain Combined Northern
2h 5m
R 12–15
Bus
1. Take the bus from Cape Town Stn to Shell 25 Main Rdbus
2h 16m
R 55–611
Drive 58.2 km
1. Drive from Observatory to Paarlcar 58.2 km
35 min
R 134–194
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Observatory to Paarltaxi 58.2 km
35 min
R 300–370

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Observatory to Paarl.

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Distance: 51.9 km
Duration: 1h 59m

What companies run services between Observatory, Western Cape, South Africa and Paarl, South Africa?

Eagle Liner operates a bus from Cape Town Stn to Shell 25 Main Rd 4 times a day. Tickets cost R 45–190 and the journey takes 1h 5m. Greyhound ZA also services this route 3 times a day. Alternatively, CT Trains operates a train from Paarden to Huguenot twice daily. Tickets cost R 12–15 and the journey takes 2h 5m.

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