Where Is Simons Town In Cape Town South Africa?
Simon’s Town, town and naval base, Western Cape province, South Africa. It is located on the eastern side of the Cape Peninsula, on False Bay of the Atlantic Ocean, 25 miles (40 km) south of Cape Town.
Named for Governor Simon van der Stel, it was a Dutch naval anchorage from 1741, and its harbor served as a refuge for merchant ships and whalers. In 1814 it became the headquarters of the British South Atlantic Naval Squadron, and in 1957 the jurisdiction of the naval facilities was transferred to South Africa.
How do I get to Simon’s Town?
Getting to Simon’s Town
The easiest way to reach Simon’s Town is by car, taking the M4 south from Cape Town to the Cape of Good Hope before traveling up the east side of the Cape Peninsula.
For public transport, there is a regular MetroRail service from Capetown via Fishhoek, Kalk Bay and Muizenberg
Is there a train from Cape Town to Simon’s Town?
Is there a direct train between Cape Town and Simon’s Town? No, there is no direct train from Cape Town to Simon’s Town.
However, services are departing from Capetown and arriving at Simon’s Town via Fish Hoek. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 32m.
How much is a train ticket from Cape Town to Simonstown?
The cheapest way to get from Cape Town (Station) to Simon’s Town is to train which costs R 16 – R 27 and takes 2h 48m.
What is the fastest way to get from Cape Town (Station) to Simon’s Town? The fastest way to get from Cape Town (Station) to Simon’s Town is to taxi which takes 34 min and costs R 200 – R 250.