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How to get fromBoulders Beach to Robben Islandby train, ferry, or taxi

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There are 2 ways to get from Boulders Beach to Robben Island by train, ferry, or taxi

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  1. Train, ferry

    best
    1. Take the train from Fish Hoek to Capetowntrain train Southern
    2. Take the ferry from Cape Town to Murray's Bayferry ferry
    3h 9m
    R 590–1,013

  2. Taxi, ferry

    cheapest
    1. Take the taxi from Boulders Beach to Cape Towntaxi taxi
    2. Take the ferry from Cape Town to Murray's Bayferry ferry
    1h 9m
    R 437–868

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Map of how to get from Boulders Beach to Robben Island.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 56.6 km
  • Duration: 3h 9m

What companies run services between Boulders Beach, South Africa and Robben Island, South Africa?

There is no direct connection from Boulders Beach to Robben Island. However, you can take the taxi to Fish Hoek, take the train to Capetown, walk to CapeTown Convention Center, take the bus to The Clock Tower, walk to Cape Town, then take the ferry to Murray's Bay. Alternatively, you can take the taxi to Cape Town then take the ferry to Murray's Bay.

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