Prasa restores train operations on the Lenasia route, reconnecting commuters to Johannesburg and key stations across the corridor
After nearly six years of inactivity, the Lenasia Metrorail route has officially resumed operations. The Passenger Rail Agency of South Africa (Prasa) announced on 30 May that train services would once again operate from Lenasia Station, marking a significant milestone in the restoration of commuter rail services in Gauteng.
According to Prasa, trains will run from Monday to Saturday, including public holidays, but will not operate on Sundays.
“With effect from today, 30 May 2026, trains are now starting at Lenasia Station (Lenz), running on Monday to Saturday, including public holidays, but excluding Sundays only,” Metrorail said in a statement.
Prasa noted that two train services will operate from Lenasia. One train will terminate at Croesus Platform 4, while the other will continue directly to Johannesburg Park Station Platform 2. The arrangement has been introduced due to ongoing signal-related challenges.
Passengers travelling beyond Croesus are advised to connect with Naledi-bound trains to complete their journeys. The restored route serves the following stations: Lenasia, Midway, Tshiawelo, Kliptown, Nancefield, Orlando, Mlamlankunzi, New Canada, Longdale, Croesus, Langlaagte, Grosvenor, Mayfair, Braamfontein and Johannesburg Park Station.
Commuters travelling from other rail corridors, including the Naledi route, can connect to the Lenasia service at New Canada Station. Passengers travelling from Tembisa, Leralla, Katlehong and Kwesine can connect to Johannesburg-bound trains at Germiston Platforms 6 and 9 before boarding the Lenasia train at Johannesburg Park Station Platform 2.
Alternatively, they can travel via the Naledi route and transfer at New Canada Station. Prasa has encouraged commuters to check station noticeboards and timetables for updated departure and arrival schedules before travelling. The reopening of the Lenasia route is expected to improve mobility for thousands of commuters who have been without direct rail access since services were suspended during COVID in 2020.