Train Bedding

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Bedding for economy class passengers

As from next Sunday 1st August long distance passengers on trains will be allowed to book a bed, the Passenger Rail Association of SA (Prasa) said.

Up to now, economy class travelers did not have onboard sleeping facilities, and passengers had to sat upright as though on a bus. If they want to sleep the passengers had to book for tourist class.

This fafility will be implemented on 1 August between Johannesburg and Durban and Cape Town to Durban.

"Our mandate as Prasa is to offer affordable public transport to the people of South Africa. People must be provided with decent transportation to enable them to travel in comfort and with dignity," said Ngabi Mareko, chief operations officer for Prasa rail operations, on Monday.

Prasa, which operates the Shosholoza Meyl long distance trains, advises travellers to book in advance.

Services on offer include fresh bedding and dining facilities. Tickets start at R120. However payment must  be made within 48 hours  of booking otherwise the ticket will automatically cancel.