How much is the bus ticket from Butterworth to Knysna?

The cheapest bus tickets from Butterworth to Knysna start at R 434. The average price for this route is around R 906. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Butterworth to Knysna?

The average bus journey time from Butterworth to Knysna is 10h, covering a distance of 512 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 9h and is operated by APM WC .

Which bus companies service the Butterworth to Knysna route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 8 buses available per day, including services from Intercape , APM WC , Eagle Liner , Intercity Xpress , Big Sky , Flexi City Connect .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Butterworth to Knysna?

The earliest bus departs from Butterworth to Knysna at 00:55. And the latest bus departs at 18:55.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Butterworth to Knysna?

A bus trip from Butterworth to Knysna produces an estimated 13 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

What is the best bus company from Butterworth to Knysna?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Intercape , with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 45773 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Butterworth to Knysna?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Big Sky has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.5.

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Butterworth to Knysna?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Big Sky , with a punctuality rating of 3.3 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Butterworth to Knysna?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Big Sky , with a cleanliness rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars.

Bus Butterworth to Knysna from R 434 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Butterworth to Knysna on 31 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	13:40	Butterworth - Ellerines, High Street	10h 15m	23:55	Waterfront Station, Remembrance Avenue (close to Quays Hotel)	No tags
Bus	14:05	Butterworth - High Street, Opposite Ellerines	9h 40m	23:45	Knysna - Waterfront Station	No tags
Bus	15:25	Butterworth - Ellerine Store, 14 High Street, Butterworth	7h 55m	23:20	Waterfront Station	No tags
Bus	16:00	Butterworth - High Street, Opposite Ellerines	9h 5m	01:05	Knysna - Waterfront Station	No tags
Bus	16:20	Butterworth - Ellerines, High Street	10h	02:20	Waterfront Station, Remembrance Avenue (close to Quays Hotel)	No tags

Get from Butterworth to Knysna

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 10 hours, and with fares starting at just R 434, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

8bus per day

10hAverage duration

512 kmDistance

13kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Butterworth and Knysna?

Stops in Butterworth

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Butterworth - Ellerines, High Street
Ellerines, High Street, Butterworth, 4960, South Africa
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Stops in Knysna

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Waterfront Station, Remembrance Avenue (close to Quays Hotel)
Waterfront Station, Remembrance Avenue (close to Quays Hotel), Knysna Central, Knysna, 6571, South Africa
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Compare bus companies

Intercape

3.5/545 773 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi1.2

Based on 45773 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained about the Wi-Fi. Intercape ticket prices on this trip start at R 644

Intercape Mainliner Butterworth Knysna recent customer reviews

We had a safe trip, but experienced a Tyre bust and we're delayed for 2 hours. I had to assist the drivers on changing that tyre

Lubabalo P.

1 May 2025

APM WC

2/53 119 reviews

Staff2.7

Timeliness1.2

Cleanliness2.8

WiFi0.5

Eagle Liner

2.5/511 169 reviews

Staff3.7

Timeliness2.4

Cleanliness3.6

WiFi0.8

Intercity Xpress

3/512 045 reviews

Staff4

Timeliness2.6

Cleanliness3.8

WiFi1.2

Big Sky

3.5/53 438 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.3

Cleanliness4.2

WiFi1.5

Flexi City Connect

2.5/5195 reviews

Staff3.4

Timeliness1.4

Cleanliness3.4

WiFi1

ZA bus companies:FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Butterworth, ZA to Knysna by bus

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from Butterworth to Knysna?
The cheapest bus tickets from Butterworth to Knysna start at R 434. The average price for this route is around R 906. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Butterworth to Knysna?
The average bus journey time from Butterworth to Knysna is 10h, covering a distance of 512 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 9h and is operated by APM WC.
Which bus companies service the Butterworth to Knysna route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 8 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, APM WC, Eagle Liner, Intercity Xpress, Big Sky, Flexi City Connect.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Butterworth to Knysna?
The earliest bus departs from Butterworth to Knysna at 00:55. And the latest bus departs at 18:55.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Butterworth to Knysna?
A bus trip from Butterworth to Knysna produces an estimated 13 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Butterworth to Knysna?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Intercape, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 45773 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Butterworth to Knysna?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Big Sky has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.5.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Butterworth to Knysna?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Big Sky, with a punctuality rating of 3.3 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Butterworth to Knysna?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Big Sky, with a cleanliness rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars.