{"id":13929,"date":"2025-07-04T17:06:26","date_gmt":"2025-07-04T15:06:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/?p=13929"},"modified":"2026-03-12T10:20:20","modified_gmt":"2026-03-12T08:20:20","slug":"gautrain-prasa-transport-springboks-italy-loftus","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/gautrain-prasa-transport-springboks-italy-loftus\/","title":{"rendered":"Travel Smart: Gautrain &#038; PRASA Offer Joint Transport for Springboks vs Italy Game at Loftus"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>In a coordinated effort to provide seamless, safe, and efficient transport for rugby fans attending the Springboks vs Italy match at Loftus Versfeld Stadium on <strong>Sunday, 6 July 2025<\/strong>, Gautrain and the Passenger Rail Agency of South Africa (PRASA) have partnered to offer integrated rail services.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>ALSO READ:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/gautrain-best-public-transport-gauteng\/\">Why Gautrain Is the Best Public Transport Option for Gauteng Commuters<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-integrated-rail-services-to-loftus-versfeld\">Integrated Rail Services to Loftus Versfeld<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Fans can board the Gautrain at any of its seven stations between Hatfield and Park Stations \u2014 Hatfield, Pretoria, Centurion, Midrand, Marlboro, Sandton, and Rosebank. Alternatively, they can start from OR Tambo International Airport with a transfer at Sandton Station. The Gautrain will transport passengers to Pretoria Station. There, they can seamlessly transfer to PRASA trains that run every 30 minutes directly to Loftus Versfeld Stadium.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>PRASA trains will operate at 30-minute intervals, ensuring regular and reliable service. This will accommodate the large crowd expected for the game. After the match, PRASA trains will ferry spectators back to Pretoria Station. From there, passengers can reconnect with the Gautrain network for their onward journey.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"gaute-701975374\" class=\"gaute-inbetween-content gaute-entity-placement\" style=\"margin-top: 30px;margin-bottom: 30px;margin-left: auto;margin-right: auto;text-align: center;\"><div class=\"gaute-adlabel\">Advertisement<\/div><script async src=\"\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-1852772760112594\" crossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script><ins class=\"adsbygoogle\" style=\"display:block;\" data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-1852772760112594\" \ndata-ad-slot=\"1819787043\" \ndata-ad-format=\"auto\" data-full-width-responsive=\"true\"><\/ins>\n<script> \n(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); \n<\/script>\n<\/div><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-convenience-and-safety-measures\">Convenience and Safety Measures<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>To enhance the fan experience, organizers will station marshals at key transfer points. These include Pretoria Station, to guide passengers between Gautrain and PRASA services. Both Gautrain and PRASA, in collaboration with the South African Police Service (SAPS) and Johannesburg Metropolitan Police Department (JMPD), will deploy security personnel. They will be across stations, trains, and the stadium precinct to ensure a safe environment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-promoting-sustainable-urban-transport\">Promoting Sustainable Urban Transport<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>This joint initiative underscores Gauteng\u2019s commitment to integrated, sustainable public transport solutions. Minister of Transport Barbara Creecy highlighted the importance of such collaborations. They aim at reducing traffic congestion, lowering environmental impact, and promoting public transport usage for major events.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>CHECK OUT:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.gauteng.net\/whats-on-g\/springboks-vs-italy-the-stats\/\">Springboks vs Italy: What the Stats Say Ahead of Test Match<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"gaute-1060025211\" class=\"gaute-inbetween-content gaute-entity-placement\" style=\"margin-top: 30px;margin-bottom: 30px;margin-left: auto;margin-right: auto;text-align: center;\"><div class=\"gaute-adlabel\">Advertisement<\/div><script async src=\"\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-1852772760112594\" crossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script><ins class=\"adsbygoogle\" style=\"display:block;\" data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-1852772760112594\" \ndata-ad-slot=\"1819787043\" \ndata-ad-format=\"auto\" data-full-width-responsive=\"true\"><\/ins>\n<script> \n(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); \n<\/script>\n<\/div><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-ticketing-and-travel-tips\">Ticketing and Travel Tips<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Passengers are advised to plan their trips in advance. Gautrain tickets can be purchased online or at stations. PRASA services for this event will be free for ticket holders with valid match tickets. Fans are encouraged to avoid driving to reduce congestion and take advantage of the efficient rail network.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<blockquote class=\"twitter-tweet\" data-width=\"550\" data-dnt=\"true\"><p lang=\"en\" dir=\"ltr\">\ud83d\udd0c\u27a1\ufe0f Did you know for this Springboks game tomorrow:  5 July 2025. Gautrain will run a 20-minute interval service from 09:00am to Loftus via <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/PRASA_Group?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">@Prasa_Group<\/a> \ud83c\uddff\ud83c\udde6\ud83c\udfc9\ud83c\uddee\ud83c\uddf9 \u2935\ufe0f<a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/hashtag\/GautrainJourneys?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">#GautrainJourneys<\/a> <a href=\"https:\/\/t.co\/zQAXt8k4YI\">pic.twitter.com\/zQAXt8k4YI<\/a><\/p>&mdash; Gautrain (@TheGautrain) <a href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/TheGautrain\/status\/1941029209763377234?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">July 4, 2025<\/a><\/blockquote><script async src=\"https:\/\/platform.twitter.com\/widgets.js\" charset=\"utf-8\"><\/script>\n<\/div><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a href=\"https:\/\/x.com\/TheGautrain\/status\/1941029209763377234\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">X (Twitter)<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Gautrain stations:<\/strong> Hatfield, Pretoria, Centurion, Midrand, Marlboro, Sandton, Rosebank, OR Tambo (via Sandton)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>PRASA service:<\/strong> 30-minute intervals between Pretoria Station and Loftus Versfeld Stadium<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Security:<\/strong> SAPS, JMPD, Gautrain, and PRASA security teams deployed<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Date of match:<\/strong> Sunday, 6 July 2025<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Benefits:<\/strong> Hassle-free, safe, and sustainable travel option for rugby fans<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>For more information and schedules, visit the official Gautrain website at <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" target=\"_blank\" href=\"https:\/\/www.gautrain.co.za\/\">www.gautrain.co.za<\/a> and PRASA\u2019s official channels.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>In a coordinated effort to provide seamless, safe, and efficient transport for rugby fans attending the Springboks vs Italy match at Loftus Versfeld Stadium on Sunday, 6 July 2025, Gautrain and the Passenger Rail Agency of South Africa (PRASA) have partnered to offer integrated rail services. 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