Zuko Komisa

- For the first time in a decade, Metrorail fares across South Africa will increase from 1 August 2025, with single tickets rising by R2.50 and return fares by R5.50-R6.00.
- The Department of Transport-approved adjustment aims to generate vital revenue for energy, maintenance, and enhanced safety and security measures, ensuring PRASA’s long-term sustainability.
- Despite the increase, PRASA affirms rail remains the most affordable transport, with the reintroduction of discounted weekly and monthly tickets, alongside continued off-peak savings.
Commuters across South Africa are bracing for changes as the Passenger Rail Agency of South Africa (PRASA) has announced its first fare adjustment in ten years, effective 1 August 2025.
This marks the first increase since 2015, with single tickets rising by R2.50 and return fares seeing an uplift of between R5.50 and R6.00, depending on the travel zone.
The move, approved by the Department of Transport following extensive stakeholder consultations in 2023, aims to bolster PRASA’s operational capacity.

Nwabisa Gqamane-Ntiyane, PRASA Rail CEO, emphasized the continued affordability of rail travel despite the impending increases.
“Even with this fare adjustment, PRASA Rail fares remain the most affordable across all modes of transport. We are committed to providing affordable, safe and efficient commuter services,” she stated.
In a welcome move for regular travellers, PRASA Rail also confirmed the reintroduction of weekly and monthly tickets. These season tickets are expected to offer significant discounts and prove popular amongst daily commuters.
Furthermore, PRASA Rail’s existing off-peak discounts will remain in place, offering 40-50% reductions for those travelling between 09:00 and 14:00.
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