Malmesbury Line (Metrorail)

Malmesbury Line
Overview
StatusOperational
OwnerPRASA
Termini
Stations24
Service
TypeCommuter rail
SystemMetrorail Western Cape
Operator(s)Metrorail
Technical
Number of tracks2 (Cape Town-Kraaifontein)
1 (Kraaifontein-Malmesbury)
Track gauge1,067 mm (3 ft 6 in)

The Malmesbury Line is a regional commuter rail line operated by Metrorail Western Cape. It connects Cape Town with the town of Malmesbury.

The service operates mainly as a limited peak period commuter train between Malmesbury and Cape Town. Unlike most lines, which are electrified, the Malmesbury service historically relied on diesel locomotives for sections north of Kraaifontein. [1][2]

References

  1. ^ McCain, Nicole. "Train service between Cape Town and Malmesbury withdrawn amid talks with locomotive provider". News24. Retrieved 2026-03-16.
  2. ^ Human, By Liezl (2023-07-03). "Which parts of Metrorail are still closed?". GroundUp News. Retrieved 2026-03-16.