City’s new transport system makes debut at Soccer Festival

By Kim Saulse
22 January 2010

Saturday’s inaugural match at the Cape Town Stadium between Ajax Cape Town and Santos will not only be the first test of operations at the stadium itself, but will also be the first test for Cape Town’s Transport System that is being developed for the World Cup.

During this event, starting at 2 o’ clock on Saturday, a Park-and-Ride system will be implemented where spectators will be transported from the parking areas to the stadium and back by a shuttle bus service.

“Spectators who have not purchased pre-paid parking tickets to park at the stadium are strongly encouraged to park in the city centre and use the dedicated free shuttle service to the stadium, which will run from 12:00 to 19:30,” says City spokesperson Pieter Cronje.

Only pre-paid parking ticket holders will be allowed to park at the Cape Town Stadium. This also applies to any buses and minibus taxis that do not have pre-paid parking tickets.

Secure free parking areas, which will be clearly indicated, will be available on the Foreshore area.

“The free shuttle bus service will run from Hertzog Boulevard, which is within easy walking distance from the parking areas.

Only ticket holders for the match will be allowed on the shuttle buses.

This is also conveniently located for those that use public transport at the Cape Town Station, Station Deck and the Golden Arrow Bus Terminus.

Security will be provided at the shuttle bus access points,” says Cronje.

The City has appealed to match-goers to be patient and understanding as the new transport system makes its debut.