How to Get to Park Station Johannesburg | Directions, Address, Parking and All Transport Options
Whether you’re travelling from Sandton, Soweto, the East Rand or coming in from out of town, getting to Johannesburg Park Station is straightforward if you know your route. This is the complete guide to reaching Park Station Johannesburg from every direction, plus full information on parking.
Johannesburg Park Station
PARK STATION ADDRESS AND GPS
Johannesburg Park StationRissik Street, Johannesburg CBD, 2001Corner of Rissik Street and Noord Street GPS Coordinates: -26.2041°S, 28.0430°E For navigation apps, search "Johannesburg Park Station" or enter the coordinates above. Google Maps and Waze both navigate accurately to the station.GETTING TO PARK STATION BY CAR
From Sandton / Midrand (North):Take the N1 South towards Johannesburg CBD. Take the Rissik Street off-ramp. Turn right onto Rissik Street southbound. Park Station is approximately 1km along Rissik Street on the left. Approximately 20–25km, 25–45 minutes depending on traffic. From Pretoria (North):Take the N1 South from Pretoria through Centurion and Midrand towards the Johannesburg CBD. Take the Rissik Street off-ramp and follow as above. Approximately 55–80km, 45–75 minutes. From Soweto (South/West):Take the N1 or N14 East towards the Johannesburg CBD. Follow CBD-bound signage towards the inner city. Rissik Street and Park Station are well-signposted from the main CBD approach roads. From East Rand (Germiston, Boksburg, Benoni):Take the N12 West or N3 West towards the Johannesburg CBD. Join the M2 and follow CBD-bound routes towards Rissik Street. From Vereeniging (South):Take the N1 North towards Johannesburg. Follow CBD approach roads into the city centre. Park Station is approximately 1km north of the CBD core on Rissik Street. From Krugersdorp / West Rand:Take the N14 East or N1 East towards the Johannesburg CBD, then follow inner-city signage to Rissik Street.PARKING AT PARK STATION JOHANNESBURG
Park-and-Ride Parking: The primary parking option for bus travellers and Gautrain commuters. Located within the Park Station precinct, this is a secured, attended parking facility. Ideal if you're leaving your vehicle while travelling. CBD Parking Garages: Multiple multi-storey parking garages exist within walking distance of Park Station. These are generally attended and provide a reasonable level of security. Use the nearest garage to your station entrance. Street Parking: Paid street parking is available on surrounding streets. Exercise caution and only use streets with parking attendants during daytime hours. Do not use street parking after dark. Tips for parking at Park Station: Only use attended parking facilities. Never leave valuables visible in the vehicle. The Park-and-Ride facility is the safest option for extended stays. For overnight parking, confirm security and closure times before leaving your vehicle.GETTING TO PARK STATION BY GAUTRAIN
If you are already on the Gautrain network, Park Station is the southernmost station. Board any southbound Gautrain train and alight at Park Station (the final stop heading south). Approximate travel times from key stations:Sandton to Park Station: 8 minutesRosebank to Park Station: 12 minutesMidrand to Park Station: 30 minutesPretoria to Park Station: 45 minutesHatfield to Park Station: 50–55 minutesOR Tambo (via Marlboro change) to Park Station: 35–45 minutes totalGETTING TO PARK STATION BY MINIBUS TAXI
The Noord Street taxi rank is located a short walk from Park Station and is one of the largest minibus taxi hubs in Johannesburg. Taxis operate to and from this rank from virtually every major area in greater Johannesburg. From Soweto: Multiple taxi routes converge on the Noord Street rank from Soweto's major neighbourhoods including Soweto Highway, Diepkloof, Meadowlands, Orlando and more. From East Rand: Taxis from Germiston, Boksburg, Benoni and surrounding areas run to the Johannesburg CBD. From West Rand: Taxis from Roodepoort, Krugersdorp and surrounding areas connect to the CBD. From Pretoria: Taxis between Johannesburg and Pretoria use Park Station as the Johannesburg terminus.GETTING TO PARK STATION BY REA VAYA BRT
The Rea Vaya Bus Rapid Transit system has routes connecting to the Johannesburg CBD and surrounding areas. Several routes pass near Park Station. Check the Rea Vaya route map (reavaya.org.za) for routes from your specific starting point.
GETTING TO PARK STATION BY UBER OR BOLT
Both Uber and Bolt operate throughout Johannesburg. Enter "Johannesburg Park Station" in the app for navigation to the station. Both apps have specific drop-off points at or near the station entrance. At night, Uber or Bolt is the strongly recommended transport option to and from Park Station.GETTING TO PARK STATION ON FOOT
From Johannesburg CBD: Park Station is at the northern edge of the CBD, approximately a 5–15 minute walk north along Rissik Street from Commissioner Street. From Braamfontein: Braamfontein is directly adjacent to the station's western side. A 3–5 minute walk via Wolmarans Street. Walking note: The walk from Braamfontein to Park Station is manageable during daylight hours. Exercise standard urban awareness. Avoid walking in the area at night – use Uber or Bolt.FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Q: What is the address of Park Station Johannesburg?A: Rissik Street, Johannesburg CBD, 2001. Corner of Rissik Street and Noord Street. Q: What are the GPS coordinates for Park Station?A: -26.2041°S, 28.0430°E. Q: Is there parking at Park Station Johannesburg?A: Yes. Park-and-Ride parking and paid parking bays are within the precinct, and CBD parking garages are within walking distance. Q: How do I get to Park Station from Sandton?A: By Gautrain (8 minutes, directly from the underground platform). By car: approximately 20–25km via the N1 South, 25–45 minutes depending on traffic. Q: How do I get from Park Station to the Johannesburg CBD?A: Park Station is at the northern edge of the CBD. Walk south along Rissik Street – approximately 5–15 minutes into the city centre. Q: How do I get to Park Station from Soweto?A: By minibus taxi to the Noord Street rank (walking distance from Park Station). By car via the N1 or N14 East towards the CBD. Q: Is there Uber or Bolt at Park Station?A: Yes. Both Uber and Bolt can pick up and drop off at Park Station. Use the app for navigation to the exact point. Q: How do I get from Park Station to OR Tambo Airport?A: Take the Gautrain from the underground Park Station platform. Travel to Marlboro, change to the Airport shuttle. Total approximately 35–45 minutes. Q: How far is Park Station from Sandton?A: Approximately 20–25km by road. 8 minutes by Gautrain. Q: What highway do I take to Park Station from Pretoria?A: The N1 South. Take the Rissik Street off-ramp in Johannesburg. Q: Is there overnight parking at Park Station?A: Some facilities in the precinct offer overnight parking. Confirm security arrangements and closing times before leaving your vehicle. Q: What minibus taxis operate from Park Station?A: The Noord Street taxi rank, a short walk from Park Station, connects to destinations across greater Johannesburg including Soweto, East Rand, West Rand and Pretoria. Q: How long does it take to drive from Pretoria to Park Station?A: Approximately 45–60 minutes depending on traffic. Take the N1 South. Q: How far is Park Station from the Johannesburg CBD?A: Park Station is at the northern edge of the CBD, essentially within it. It is a 5–10 minute walk from most CBD addresses. Q: Is Park Station near Braamfontein?A: Yes. Braamfontein is directly adjacent to Park Station on the western side, separated by just a few blocks. Q: Can I get to Park Station from Vereeniging?A: Yes. Drive north on the N1 to the Johannesburg CBD and take Rissik Street. Alternatively, Metrorail commuter trains run between Vereeniging and Park Station.