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How to get fromPaarl to Robben Islandby bus, ferry, or train

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There are 2 ways to get from Paarl to Robben Island by bus, ferry, or train

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  1. Bus, ferry

    best
    1. Take the bus from Shell 25 Main Rd to Cape Town Stnbus bus
    2. Take the ferry from Cape Town to Murray's Bayferry ferry
    3h 7m
    R 568–1,491

  2. Train, ferry

    cheapest
    1. Take the train from Huguenot to Capetowntrain train Northern
    2. Take the ferry from Cape Town to Murray's Bayferry ferry
    3h 13m
    R 534–945

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  • Distance: 74.5 km
  • Duration: 3h 7m

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

There is no direct connection from Paarl to Robben Island. However, you can take the bus to Cape Town Stn, 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 a train from Huguenot to Murray's Bay via Capetown, CapeTown Convention Center, The Clock Tower, and Cape Town in around 3h 13m.

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