Phase 1 of the project is due for completion during 2010 and will consist of the section from Sandton to OR Tambo International Airport; and Marlboro to just south of Midrand. The balance of the Project will be completed during 2011. The project is designed to carry 100,000 commuters per day at start-up.

The network will be nearly 80km long once both Phases 1 and 2 are completed and various journey options will be available between key stations. Approximately 15km of the alignment is in tunnel and the system includes 16 viaducts with a total length exceeding 10km.

Ten stations will be built along the route serving principal commuter areas as well as providing an efficient service to the airport. Nearly 10,000 parking bays will be provided across the stations.

The Gautrain will offer international standards of public transport with high levels of safety, reliability, predictability and comfort.

The train service will be complemented by a dedicated bus fleet which will transport passengers in air-conditioned comfort between the stations and surrounding suburbs and business nodes.

Both the trains and the buses are fully accessible to people with disabilities.

Additional information on the Gautrain Project may be accessed by visiting www.gautrain.co.za.