Find coaches from Durban to Knysna

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Next departures from Durban to Knysna on 31 October
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Intercity Xpress
Durban Station (Coach terminus)
Waterfront StationCheapestFastest
Intercape Mainliner
Durban - Intercape office, 65 Masabalala Yengwa Avenue (Durban Station)
Waterfront Station, Remembrance Avenue (close to Quays Hotel)No tags
Big Sky
Durban - Intercape office, 65 Masabalala Yengwa Avenue (Durban Station)
Waterfront Station, Remembrance Avenue (close to Quays Hotel)No tags
Intercape Mainliner
Durban - Intercape office, 65 Masabalala Yengwa Avenue (Durban Station)
Waterfront Station, Remembrance Avenue (close to Quays Hotel)No tags
Big Sky
Durban - Intercape office, 65 Masabalala Yengwa Avenue (Durban Station)
Waterfront Station, Remembrance Avenue (close to Quays Hotel)No tags

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Get from Durban to Knysna

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The journey takes about 20 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$26, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6bus per day
20h 30mAverage duration
886 kmDistance
22kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Durban to Knysna: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$53
Average bus trip duration20h 30m
Number of daily buses6
Earliest bus departure06:15
Distance886 km
Latest bus departure16:45

Durban to Knysna Bus

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Whether it is cheap bus tickets or more luxurious buses going to Knysna from Durban, we help you find what you're looking for based on how much of a budget you have.

Frequently asked questions on the trip Durban - Knysna

  1. How much does a bus ticket from Durban to Knysna cost?

    The bus ticket price from Durban to Knysna starts at US$26. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Durban to Knysna is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

  2. How long is the bus ride from Durban to Knysna?

    The average travel time between Durban and Knysna is around 20h 30m, although the fastest bus will take about 16h 15m. This is the time it takes to travel the 886 km that separates the two cities.

  3. How many daily bus connections are there between Durban and Knysna?

    The number of buses from Durban to Knysna can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 6 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Durban to Knysna by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

  4. Which bus companies travel from Durban to Knysna?

    When taking the bus from Durban to Knysna, you can travel comfortably and safely with Intercape, APM WC, Big Sky.

  5. What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Durban to Knysna?

    Buses travelling between Durban and Knysna leave from Durban Beach - Intercape Office, o.r Tambo Parade (Opposite Tropicana Hotel) or Durban Station and arrive at Waterfront Station, Remembrance Avenue (close to Quays Hotel).

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found
28/10
US$27
29/10
US$27
Today
US$41
31/10
US$30
01/11
US$30
02/11
US$35
03/11
US$35
04/11
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Durban to Knysna was searched and found on 28 Oct 2025 with a price of US$27

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Durban to Knysna as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$27 to US$80 for a bus ticket from Durban to Knysna based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$30, which is on 2025-11-01.

Usually Big Sky, Intercape will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Durban and Knysna!

Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Durban to Knysna, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Durban to Knysna.

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Did you know?

Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!

The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.

9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

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