Excitement is building as the Springboks prepare to face the All Blacks in Cape Town at DHL Stadium this Saturday, 7 September 2024.
Story Summary:
- Springboks face off against the All Blacks at DHL Stadium, Cape Town, on Saturday, 7 September 2024.
- Road closures will affect several areas around the stadium.
- Fans can use MyCiTi shuttle services and trains for easy access to the stadium.
Springboks vs All Blacks: Cape Town road closures for Saturday, 7 September 2024
Both teams have a rich history of World Cup triumphs and fierce competition, and this weekend’s match promises to deliver another thrilling chapter in their storied rivalry.
The clash at DHL Stadium will be the first meeting in Cape Town between these two sides since 2017, and fans are eager to see how the All Blacks fare against the defending champions.
With excitement building, thousands of fans are expected to flock to the stadium.
The City of Cape Town has prepared for this by enforcing road closures and offering enhanced public transport services to ease congestion and ensure smooth access to the stadium.
The City of Cape Town has implemented several road closures around the stadium to manage traffic congestion, with thousands of rugby fans expected to attend the match.
Fritz Sonnenberg Road, Stephan Way, Vlei Road, and Granger Bay Boulevard are among the key roads that will be closed from early morning to late evening.
Motorists are advised to plan alternative routes or use public transport to avoid delays.
The closures will be in effect from 06:00 until 22:30, and heavy traffic congestion is expected before and after the game.
Here is a look at the road closures:
Roads closed from 06:00 to 22:30:
- Fritz Sonnenberg Road
- From McDonald’s (P3 parking) to Fritz Sonnenberg
- From Vlei Road to Fritz Sonnenberg
- Stephan Way
- Between Fritz Sonnenberg & Hamilton’s Rugby Club
- Vlei Road
- From Helen Suzman Boulevard to Fritz Sonnenberg
- From Green Point Cricket to Fritz Sonnenberg
- Fort Wynyard Street
- From Portswood Road to Granger Bay Boulevard
- Granger Bay Boulevard
- From Helen Suzman Boulevard to Beach Road
- From Beach Road to Helen Suzman Boulevard
Additional Restrictions:
- Full closures of Fritz Sonnenberg Road from 06:00 am to 00:00 (installation of Synthetic Green Carpet).
Ways to travel to Springboks match
To help ease the traffic burden, the City of Cape Town is offering free MyCiTi shuttle services for rugby fans travelling to the match.
The shuttle service will run frequently from 12:00 to 21:30, departing from stations such as Civic Centre, Thibault Square, CTICC, Century City, and UCT, and will bring fans directly to DHL Stadium.
In addition to the shuttle service, rugby fans can also take advantage of the train service, which will operate at increased intervals from 11:00 to 16:30.
After the match, the trains will run from 20:00 to 22:00, offering a convenient option for fans to travel back from Cape Town station, located a short walk from the MyCiTi Civic Centre Station.
Councillor Rob Quintas, the City’s Mayoral Committee Member for Urban Mobility, encourages fans to use public transport.
“All fans are encouraged to make full use of the enhanced services on Saturday… without worrying about congestion, parking, and road blocks,” he said.
For fans opting for e-hailing services, it’s advised to plan pickup and drop-off locations close to the park-and-ride facilities.
This collaboration between the City and PRASA ensures that all fans have an easy and hassle-free experience getting to and from the game.
