How much is the bus ticket from Knysna to Grahamstown?

The cheapest bus tickets from Knysna to Grahamstown start at R 371. The average price for this route is around R 943. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Knysna to Grahamstown?

The average bus journey time from Knysna to Grahamstown is 5h 50m, covering a distance of 332 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 4h 20m and is operated by Delta Coaches .

Which bus companies service the Knysna to Grahamstown route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 12 buses available per day, including services from Intercape , APM WC , Intercity Xpress , Big Sky , Eagle Liner , ilulaBus , Greyhound South Africa , Delta Coaches .

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

The earliest bus departs from Knysna to Grahamstown at 00:35. And the latest bus departs at 22:45.

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

A bus trip from Knysna to Grahamstown produces an estimated 8 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 Knysna to Grahamstown?

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 44695 reviews.

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

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 Knysna to Grahamstown?

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 Knysna to Grahamstown?

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 Knysna to Grahamstown from R 368 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Knysna to Grahamstown on 1 January
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Bus	21:10	Knysna - Waterfront Station	5h 30m	02:40	The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street	Cheapest
	Bus	22:45	Knysna - Waterfront Station	5h 15m	04:00	The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street	Fastest

Next departures from Knysna to Grahamstown on 2 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	03:45	Knysna - Waterfront Station	6h	09:45	The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street	Cheapest
Bus	02:05	Waterfront Station	4h 55m	07:00	Frontier Country Hotel (Opposite Cathedral)	Fastest
Bus	01:55	Waterfront Station, Remembrance Avenue (close to Quays Hotel)	5h 45m	07:40	The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street	No tags
Bus	03:50	Waterfront Station, Remembrance Avenue (close to Quays Hotel)	5h 50m	09:40	The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street	No tags
Bus	02:55	Knysna Berns Toyota	5h 15m	08:10	Frontier Country Hotel (Opposite Cathedral)	No tags

Next departures from Knysna to Grahamstown on 3 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	03:45	Knysna - Waterfront Station	6h	09:45	The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street	Cheapest
Bus	02:05	Waterfront Station	4h 55m	07:00	Frontier Country Hotel (Opposite Cathedral)	Fastest
Bus	01:55	Waterfront Station, Remembrance Avenue (close to Quays Hotel)	5h 45m	07:40	The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street	No tags
Bus	03:50	Waterfront Station, Remembrance Avenue (close to Quays Hotel)	5h 50m	09:40	The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street	No tags
Bus	02:55	Knysna Berns Toyota	5h 15m	08:10	Frontier Country Hotel (Opposite Cathedral)	No tags

Next departures from Knysna to Grahamstown on 4 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	03:45	Knysna - Waterfront Station	6h	09:45	The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street	Cheapest
Bus	02:05	Waterfront Station	4h 55m	07:00	Frontier Country Hotel (Opposite Cathedral)	Fastest
Bus	01:55	Waterfront Station, Remembrance Avenue (close to Quays Hotel)	5h 45m	07:40	The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street	No tags
Bus	03:50	Waterfront Station, Remembrance Avenue (close to Quays Hotel)	5h 50m	09:40	The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street	No tags
Bus	02:55	Knysna Berns Toyota	5h 15m	08:10	Frontier Country Hotel (Opposite Cathedral)	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 10:10 AM SAST.

Get from Knysna to Grahamstown

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 5 hours 50 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 371, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

12bus per day

5h 50mAverage duration

332 kmDistance

8kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Knysna and Grahamstown?

Stops in Knysna

A
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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Stops in Grahamstown

A
The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street
The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street, Grahamstown, Makhanda, 6139, South Africa
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Compare bus companies

Intercape

3.5/545 132 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi1.2

Based on 45132 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Intercape ticket prices on this trip start at R 450

Intercape Knysna Grahamstown recent customer reviews

The staff is friendly, hygiene measures are great. The bus was amazing, it was the most comfortable bus ride so far. Keep up the great week!

Sinokuhle R.

11 March 2023

APM WC

2/52 963 reviews

Staff2.7

Timeliness1.1

Cleanliness2.8

WiFi0.5

Intercity Xpress

3/511 669 reviews

Staff4

Timeliness2.6

Cleanliness3.8

WiFi1.2

Big Sky

3.5/53 292 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.3

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi1.5

Eagle Liner

3/510 818 reviews

Staff3.7

Timeliness2.4

Cleanliness3.6

WiFi0.8

ilulaBus

2/5825 reviews

Staff2.1

Timeliness0.8

Cleanliness2.4

WiFi0.3

Greyhound South Africa

3/59 315 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness4

WiFi1.3

Delta Coaches

1.5/54 030 reviews

Staff1.9

Timeliness0.8

Cleanliness2

WiFi0.3

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Knysna to Grahamstown 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 Knysna to Grahamstown?
The cheapest bus tickets from Knysna to Grahamstown start at R 371. The average price for this route is around R 943. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Knysna to Grahamstown?
The average bus journey time from Knysna to Grahamstown is 5h 50m, covering a distance of 332 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 4h 20m and is operated by Delta Coaches.
Which bus companies service the Knysna to Grahamstown route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 12 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, APM WC, Intercity Xpress, Big Sky, Eagle Liner, ilulaBus, Greyhound South Africa, Delta Coaches.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Knysna to Grahamstown?
The earliest bus departs from Knysna to Grahamstown at 00:35. And the latest bus departs at 22:45.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Knysna to Grahamstown?
A bus trip from Knysna to Grahamstown produces an estimated 8 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 Knysna to Grahamstown?
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 44695 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Knysna to Grahamstown?
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 Knysna to Grahamstown?
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 Knysna to Grahamstown?
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.

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The cheapest trip from Knysna to Grahamstown was searched and found on 02 Jan 2026 with a price of R 368

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

You can expect to pay from R 368 to R 3 156 for a bus ticket from Knysna to Grahamstown based on the last 0 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 368, which is on 2026-01-02.