Hey, students – #RideWithTheG and save 50%!
Gautrain understands that adulting can be expensive and that savings matter, especially when you are a student. So, we are giving students a 50% discount* on Gautrain fares between two destinations of their choice.
This means that if you stay in Midrand, for example, and study in Centurion, then you will save 50% on train trips between these two stations on any day of the week, during peak and off-peak hours.
And because the 50% savings go directly into your pocket, you have more to spend on bling, swag, life, or whatever matters most to you.
Invite your friends to #RideWithTheG and enjoy the journey together.
*This discount is based on standard Gautrain peak orange fares.
How it works
The Product offers eligible Students a 50% discount on Gautrain train fares only, available as Return, Weekly, and Monthly products, which are valid between two pre-selected stations, subject to these Terms.
A Monthly Product comprises of 44 trips valid for 44 days
A Weekly Product comprises of 10 trips valid for 10 days
This Product does not apply to the Gautrain bus, midi-bus, or parking fares.
This Product does not apply to trips to or from the OR Tambo Gautrain station.
Students can purchase these products via the Gautrain website, Gautrain mobile app, Gautrain TOM, or Ticket Vending Machine (“TVM”) using the Gautrain Student Card that he/she has been allocated.
Gautrain has partnered with Varsity Vibe for the student verification process. To make the registration process faster, sign up with Varsity Vibe for free and enjoy the perks of life: https://varsityvibe.co.za/
Through the partnership with Varsity Vibe, students are afforded all discounts offered via the Varsity Vibe platform. For this reason, students are not able to take part in the Gautrain Rider Rewards promotion and claim double discounts.
Should you lose your card, please email studentproduct@gautrain.co.za to get a new card. Please note that your lost card will be blocked.
Registration for Gautrain Student Promotion
Sign up, using these three easy steps.
Gautrain Student Cards
More good news is that you'll be able to choose from four amazing designs for your Gautrain Student Card! Check them out here and choose the one that best fits your style.
Gautrain student fare table
Terms and Conditions of use
These Terms and Conditions ("Terms") govern the use of the Gautrain *50% off Discount Student Product (the "Product") provided by the Bombela Concession Company (Pty) Ltd and Gautrain Management Agency ("we," "us," or "our"). By applying for or using this Product, you agree to be bound by these Terms.
1. The Product offers eligible Students a 50% discount on Gautrain train fares only, available as a Weekly and Monthly products, which are valid between two pre-selected stations, subject to these Terms.
A Monthly Product comprises of 44 trips valid for 44 days
A Weekly Product comprises of 10 trips valid for 10 days
This Product does not apply to the Gautrain bus, midi-bus, or parking fares.
This Product does not apply to trips to or from the OR Tambo Gautrain station.
2. To be eligible for the Student Promotion, you must fulfil the following requirements.
a. You must be a student registered on a full-time basis at an accredited institution of higher education in Gauteng.
b. You may not be older than the age of 25 upon registration.
c. You will need a valid identity document (ID) to collect the Student Card, i.e., green ID book, smart ID card, driver’s licence, passport, or birth certificate.
3. In accordance with the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA), South African laws, and BCC’s confidentiality policies and practices, none of the details of any participant in this promotion will be disclosed or used for any purposes other than for entry into this promotion or any opt-in services offered upon registration. A third party is prohibited from using, sharing, or keeping any participant’s personal information for any other purpose. If you wish to update or change your details, or no longer want to receive marketing communication, please send an email to studentproduct@gautrain.co.za
4. Students wishing to apply for the Student Promotion need to register via the Gautrain website: https://www.mygautrain.co.za
Please note: Gautrain has partnered with Varsity Vibe to verify if applicants are registered full-time at an accredited tertiary institution in Gauteng.
5. The day after approval of the application, mentioned in point 4 above, the student may collect his/her Gautrain Student Card ("the Card”) at a Gautrain Station Ticket Office (“TOM”). Cards are to be collected within a two-week period from registration.
6. Upon receipt of the Gautrain Student Card, students will be required to register a profile on the Gautrain website or mobile app and to link their Gautrain Student Card to this account.
Please ensure that personal details, including a valid South African mobile number, are correctly captured when registering on the Gautrain website. BCC, its sub-contractors, agents, and affiliates, will not be held liable if the contact details have not been captured correctly.
7. The discounted fares are valid only for trips between the two pre-selected stations specified during the application process.
8. The Product does not guarantee priority boarding or seating.
9. BCC and/or its sub-contractors reserve the right to verify, at any stage, that you are a student. Should your status as a student change, the onus is on you to inform Gautrain via email at studentproduct@gautrain.co.za or by contacting the Call Centre at 0800-GAUTRAIN or 0800 428 87246 (toll-free).
10. The Gautrain card is non-transferable and must be used by the approved individual only.
11. BCC, and/or its sub-contractors, reserves the right to do fare evasion checks where proof of “student” identity would be required. Should you be found to contravene these terms and conditions, your Gautrain Student Card will be automatically blocked.
12. Misuse of the Product, including attempts to bypass intended usage, may result in suspension or cancellation of the card.
13. All standard Gautrain rules apply.
14. Standard Gautrain refund rules apply.
15. By applying for the Product, users acknowledge that they have read, understood, and agree to these Terms.
16. To the fullest extent permitted by law, we shall not be liable for any damages, losses, or expenses arising out of or in connection with the use of the Gautrain service, including but not limited to direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, or punitive damages.
17. We reserve the right to modify or revise these terms and conditions at any time without prior notice. Users are responsible for regularly reviewing these terms to ensure compliance with the latest version.
If you have any queries, please send an email to studentproduct@gautrain.co.za or contact the Call Centre at 0800-GAUTRAIN or 0800 428 87246 (toll-free) available daily from 05h30 to 20h00. We also have a LiveChat available at https://www.gautrainalerts.co.za/contact/.