Subway Menu and Prices in South Africa

Subway is built around made-to-order sandwiches. A customer chooses the size, bread, filling, cheese, vegetables and sauce, so two orders with the same protein can taste very different. South African menus can also vary by branch, which makes a clear price scope important.

Prices in this guide were reviewed on 28 September 2026 using the latest dated South African menu listing available during the review. A 6-inch sub was listed from R37.95 to R55.20, while comparable footlongs ranged from R63.25 to R92. Subway states that prices, products and participation vary, so confirm that your local restaurant is active and check its live total.

Subway South Africa prices at a glance

These figures are a dated South African reference, not a promise for every store. Current branch-level listings were limited during the review, and some locations may have different products, sizes or prices. A local menu or checkout screen is the final source for an actual purchase.

6-inch sub prices

The 6-inch Veggie Delite is the lowest priced reviewed sandwich at R37.95. It uses vegetables as the main filling, with bread, cheese and sauce chosen during assembly. Cheese, avocado or other premium extras can raise the final amount if the branch charges for them.

Sweet Chilli Chicken costs R48.30. Chicken Mayo and Roast Chicken Breast are both R51.75, while Peri Peri Chicken is R55.20. The full difference between the vegetable and highest-priced reviewed chicken option is R17.25.

A 6-inch sub suits a light to moderate appetite. It can become a fuller meal with a drink and cookie, but those extras add cost. Someone with a large appetite may find a footlong more economical than buying a second sandwich later.

Footlong sub prices

The reviewed footlong range begins at R63.25 for Veggie Delite and reaches R92 for Peri Peri Chicken. Sweet Chilli Chicken is R85.10, Chicken Mayo R87.40 and Roast Chicken Breast R88.25.

Footlong prices are lower than buying two separate 6-inch versions in every reviewed example. Two 6-inch Veggie Delites total R75.90, which is R12.65 more than one footlong. Two 6-inch Peri Peri Chicken subs total R110.40, which is R18.40 more than the R92 footlong.

That does not mean a footlong is always the better choice. A diner who only wants half may waste food, and a shared footlong gives both people the same bread, filling and sauce choices. Two smaller subs allow different customisation.

6-inch versus footlong value

The footlong is about twice the length but does not cost twice as much in the reviewed list. The extra amount ranges from R25.30 to R36.80. This makes it useful for a large appetite or for two people who agree on the same build.

Value still depends on how much will be eaten. Half a footlong can be kept for later, but vegetables and sauce can make stored bread soft. Ask for wet sauces lightly applied or separately if the second half will not be eaten immediately.

Chicken sub choices

Sweet Chilli Chicken is the least expensive reviewed chicken sub at R48.30 for 6 inches and R85.10 for a footlong. It suits diners who want sweetness and mild heat. Adding jalapenos or a stronger sauce changes the flavour without changing the protein.

Chicken Mayo is R51.75 or R87.40. It is creamy before any extra sauce is added, so mayonnaise-heavy additions can make the sandwich rich and soft. Crisp vegetables such as cucumber, peppers and onion provide contrast.

Roast Chicken Breast costs R51.75 for 6 inches and R88.25 for a footlong. It gives the customer more control over sauce than a pre-mixed mayonnaise filling. Peri Peri Chicken is the highest reviewed option at R55.20 or R92 and is the obvious choice for stronger heat.

Chicken availability can change by store. A branch may use slightly different naming or temporarily remove a filling. Check the live menu before travelling specifically for one sandwich.

Vegetarian ordering

Veggie Delite is the clear reviewed vegetarian sandwich at R37.95 for 6 inches and R63.25 for a footlong. It can be built with lettuce, tomato, cucumber, peppers, onion, pickles and other vegetables available at the counter.

Cheese and sauce determine whether the finished sandwich suits a particular diet. A vegetarian can add cheese, while a vegan diner should confirm bread, sauce and preparation details. Gloves, knives and counters may handle meat and dairy during normal service.

A vegetable sandwich can be light because it lacks a dense protein filling. Adding avocado, if offered, may improve fullness but can carry an extra charge. A salad or toastie is another option, although availability varies.

Salad prices

A Subway salad uses vegetables and the selected filling without the sub roll. Veggie Delite salad is R50.60. Sweet Chilli Chicken is R60.95, Chicken Mayo and Roast Chicken Breast R64.40, and Peri Peri Chicken R67.85.

In the reviewed list, every salad costs more than the matching 6-inch sandwich. The difference is R12.65 for Veggie Delite and R12.65 to R13.10 for the chicken choices. The bowl format and quantity of salad ingredients may account for that difference.

A salad is useful for someone who does not want bread, but it is not automatically low in energy or allergens. Cheese, mayonnaise and creamy dressings can add substantial richness. Request sauce separately when you want control over the amount.

Toasties, panini and wrap prices

Toasties are the lowest priced savoury items in the reviewed list. Veggie and pepperoni cost R21.85, while chicken costs R28.75. They are small hot snacks rather than substitutes for a full footlong.

The chicken pesto panini costs R74.75. Pesto can contain dairy and tree nuts, so diners with allergies should verify the recipe. The Chicken Caesar wrap is R86.25 and may contain dairy, egg and fish through cheese and Caesar-style dressing.

Branch participation matters especially for secondary formats. A restaurant may carry subs but not every toastie, panini or wrap. Check the displayed menu instead of assuming national availability.

Cookie prices

Buying more cookies reduces the average price in the reviewed list. Two save R3.45 compared with two singles, while three save R8.05 compared with three singles.

The saving only matters if the cookies are wanted. One cookie keeps the bill and portion smaller. Varieties can contain wheat, dairy, egg, soy or nuts, and cookies may share display or preparation areas.

Drink prices

Water is the least expensive reviewed drink at R13.80. Sports drink and juice are R19.55, while a bottled soft drink or Appletiser is R20.70.

A drink and three cookies add R47.15 to a sandwich. With a R51.75 6-inch chicken sub, that produces a R98.90 subtotal. Extras can almost double the price of a modest sandwich.

How customisation affects the order

Subway’s main appeal is control. Bread is the foundation, followed by the selected filling, cheese, vegetables, sauce and seasoning. Toasting changes texture and melts cheese but can also warm vegetables if they are added first.

For a crisp sandwich, use wet ingredients carefully. Tomato, pickles and several sauces can soften bread, especially during delivery. Asking for light sauce or sauce on the side makes the sandwich travel better.

For stronger flavour without adding several sauces, combine one main sauce with pickles, onion, jalapeno or seasoning. Too many sauces can hide the filling and make the sub difficult to eat.

Premium extras can change the price. The exact charge was not consistently available across South African sources during this review, so the tables show base menu references only. Watch the running total when ordering digitally and ask at the counter before adding paid extras.

Choosing bread

Bread availability differs by restaurant. Common Subway formats include plain and seeded rolls, while specific names can change by market. A softer bread suits a lighter filling, and a more strongly flavoured bread can stand up to peri-peri or meat.

Toasting creates a crisp outer surface but the sandwich will soften during delivery. If the sub will be eaten later, use less sauce and keep watery vegetables limited. Never assume a bread is gluten free or vegan without checking the current local ingredient information.

Cheese, vegetables and sauces

Cheese adds salt, fat and creaminess. It pairs naturally with chicken and spicy fillings but also introduces dairy. A diner avoiding dairy should ask staff to change gloves and prevent contact with cheese where possible, while recognising that an open assembly counter cannot guarantee an allergen-free result.

Vegetables add crunch, freshness and volume. Lettuce and cucumber are mild, onion and pickles are sharper, and jalapeno adds heat. Loading every available vegetable can make the roll hard to close and can dilute a small amount of protein.

Sauces have a large effect on flavour and texture. Mayonnaise-based sauces are rich; sweet chilli adds sugar and heat; mustard is sharper; peri-peri or chilli sauces bring stronger spice. Choose one or two that support the filling.

Allergens and cross-contact

Sub sandwiches can contain wheat, gluten, milk, egg, soy, sesame, fish, nuts or other allergens through bread, fillings, cheese, sauce and cookies. Ingredient recipes and supplier products can change.

The same counter, utensils and gloves may handle several ingredients. Ask staff to change gloves, clean the knife and use fresh utensils when possible, but understand that an open preparation line still carries cross-contact risk.

For a serious allergy, use the current local allergen information and speak directly with the restaurant. Do not rely on a general menu description or an older online list.

Nutrition and portion decisions

The nutritional profile depends on the whole build, not only the filling name. Bread size, cheese, mayonnaise, avocado, vegetables, cookies and drinks all change the meal. A vegetable sub with heavy cheese and sauce can be richer than its name suggests.

A 6-inch portion gives easier control than a footlong. A footlong can be shared or divided into two meals, but that works only if it is stored safely and promptly. Chicken and mayonnaise fillings should not sit unrefrigerated for long periods.

For a lighter build, choose a 6-inch size, include several vegetables, use one sauce lightly and select water. For a more filling meal, a footlong or protein salad can make sense. Individual dietary needs differ, so use current nutritional information where exact values matter.

How much should one person budget?

A basic Veggie Delite 6-inch with water costs R51.75 using the reviewed figures. Adding one cookie brings the subtotal to R65.55.

A Sweet Chilli Chicken 6-inch with a soft drink and one cookie totals R82.80. Chicken Mayo with water and two cookies totals R89.70.

A Peri Peri Chicken footlong with water is R105.80. Adding three cookies makes it R139.15. A Chicken Caesar wrap with a soft drink costs R106.95.

Allow roughly R55 to R85 for a 6-inch meal with a simple drink or snack using this dated reference. A footlong meal can reach R105 to R140 before delivery fees or paid extras.

Ordering for two people

Two people who like the same build can split a footlong. A Chicken Mayo footlong at R87.40 plus two waters at R13.80 totals R115, or R57.50 per person.

Buying two separate 6-inch Chicken Mayo subs with two waters costs R131.10. The extra R16.10 allows each person to choose different vegetables, cheese and sauce.

If appetites differ, one person can take a 6-inch sub while the other orders a salad or footlong. Do not use the shared-footlong saving if it forces a compromise that neither diner enjoys.

Ordering for a group

For a small group, individual orders prevent confusion about bread, sauce and dietary needs. Write each person’s choices in the assembly order: size, bread, filling, cheese, toast, vegetables and sauce.

For a meeting or event, ask the participating restaurant about platters or catering rather than assuming the retail menu scales directly. Advance notice may be required, and not every branch offers the same catering range.

Label vegetarian, spicy and allergen-sensitive sandwiches. Keep sauces separate where possible and refrigerate fillings that will not be eaten promptly.

Delivery versus counter ordering

Counter ordering lets the customer see the available bread and vegetables and adjust quantities in real time. Digital ordering is convenient but relies on the choices displayed by that branch.

Delivery prices can differ from in-store prices and may include service, delivery or small-order fees. The item subtotal in this article does not include those charges or a driver tip.

Sandwiches lose crispness during travel. Use fewer wet ingredients, request sauce separately if possible and collect the order quickly. Check the bag before leaving when collecting several customised subs.

Availability in South Africa

Current public branch-level Subway information in South Africa was limited during this review. A menu page can remain online even when a nearby location is unavailable. Search for an active local restaurant and confirm its current hours before travelling.

Products familiar from another country may not be offered locally. Likewise, a South African filling can disappear or change. Prices from overseas Subway sites use different currencies, taxes and promotions and should not be converted into a local menu estimate.

The figures here come from the latest dated South African price list found during the review. They are useful for budgeting but should be verified against the chosen store.

How to check a Subway price before travelling

First search for the exact store rather than the brand name alone. Confirm that the address is in South Africa, that the listing accepts current orders and that its hours apply to the day of your visit. A search result can show an old menu even when the restaurant is no longer taking orders.

Second, compare the same size and filling. A headline price may describe a 6-inch sandwich, a special of the day or a base item without paid additions. A footlong, wrap or salad with the same chicken can carry a different price. Read the item title and every selected option before using it for a budget.

Third, separate the food subtotal from checkout fees. Delivery, service and small-order charges do not change the menu price shown in the table, but they do change what leaves the customer’s account. Collection can remove the delivery fee, although the platform item price may still differ from the counter.

Finally, take a screenshot or note the total when ordering for several people. Customised sandwiches are easy to confuse, and a missing paid extra should be reported against the actual receipt. This simple check is more reliable than comparing an old national menu with a new branch receipt after the meal.

Frequently asked questions

How much is a 6-inch Subway in South Africa?

The reviewed reference range is R37.95 to R55.20 for the listed vegetable and chicken subs. Store prices and available fillings can differ.

How much is a footlong?

The reviewed footlong examples range from R63.25 for Veggie Delite to R92 for Peri Peri Chicken.

Is a footlong cheaper than two 6-inch subs?

Yes, for every matching item in the reviewed list. The saving ranges from R12.65 to R18.40, but separate subs allow different customisation.

Does Subway have salads?

The reviewed South African list includes vegetable and chicken salads from R50.60 to R67.85. Confirm availability with the local branch.

Is there a vegetarian option?

Veggie Delite is the main reviewed vegetarian sub. Bread, cheese, sauces and cross-contact should be checked for stricter dietary requirements.

Are cookies and drinks included with a sub?

Not in the base prices shown here. Drinks and cookies are separate unless a participating restaurant offers a specific meal deal.

Are delivery fees included?

No. Delivery, service, small-order, packaging and tip amounts are separate from menu item prices.

Final ordering advice

Start with size and filling, then choose bread, cheese, vegetables and one or two sauces. A 6-inch sub is the safest portion for a moderate appetite. A footlong offers better value per centimetre when it will be eaten or shared.

Watch the cost of drinks, cookies and premium additions. A simple R50 sandwich can move close to R100 once extras are added. For delivery, keep wet ingredients under control and review every customisation before checkout.

Most of all, verify that a local South African branch is active and check its current menu. Subway explicitly allows prices and participation to vary, so the live restaurant total takes priority over any national guide.

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