Is there a way to reach Knysna from East London without flying?

Taking the bus is the best way to travel to Knysna without flying. The bus provides a cost-effective, safe, and easy way to travel between the two cities. Taking a ride with other travelers through carpool services is an additional option to consider.

How long does it take to get to Knysna from East London by bus?

Traveling from East London to Knysna takes about 8h on average, although the minimum time it takes to get there is 6h 55m with the fastest bus. This is the time it takes to travel the 289 miles (466 km) that separate the two cities.

What is the distance between East London and Knysna?

East London and Knysna are 289 miles (466 km) apart.

What is the most affordable way to travel from East London to Knysna?

You can save a lot of money on your trip from East London to Knysna by choosing to travel by bus. The lowest tickets for this trip cost as little as $22.

What is the ticket price for the bus trip from East London to Knysna?

The bus ticket costs $27 on average. In the past 30 days, prices have fluctuated between $22 and $96, so it's best to compare them to make sure you get the best deal.

East London to Knysna Bus Tickets

Q: What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from East London to Knysna?

If you're headed to Knysna from East London, chances are that your bus will depart from Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park) and arrive at Waterfront Station, Remembrance Avenue (close to Quays Hotel). These are the most popular pick-up and drop-off locations on this route, but you could find others that could be a better fit for your travel plans.

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This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest
Departure time: June 9 at 3:35pm
Departure city: East London
Departure location: 90 Moore Street
Arrival time: June 9 at 11:45pm
Destination city: Knysna
Destination location: Knysna - Waterfront Station
Operated by: APMWC
Vehicle: BusDuration: 8h 10m
This trip is recommended because it is: Fastest
Departure time: June 9 at 2:20pm
Departure city: East London
Departure location: 90 Moore Street
Arrival time: June 9 at 9:15pm
Destination city: Knysna
Destination location: Knysna - Waterfront Station
Operated by: APMWC
Vehicle: BusDuration: 6h 55m
Departure time: June 9 at 2:35am
Departure city: East London
Departure location: Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)
Arrival time: June 9 at 12:15pm
Destination city: Knysna
Destination location: Waterfront Station, Remembrance Avenue (close to Quays Hotel)
Operated by: Big Sky
Vehicle: BusDuration: 9h 40m
Departure time: June 9 at 3:40am
Departure city: East London
Departure location: Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)
Arrival time: June 9 at 12:30pm
Destination city: Knysna
Destination location: Waterfront Station, Remembrance Avenue (close to Quays Hotel)
Operated by: Intercape Mainliner
Vehicle: BusDuration: 8h 50m
Departure time: June 9 at 2:00pm
Departure city: East London
Departure location: Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)
Arrival time: June 10 at 12:40am
Destination city: Knysna
Destination location: Waterfront Station, Remembrance Avenue (close to Quays Hotel)
Operated by: Intercape Budgetliner
Vehicle: BusDuration: 10h 40m

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Compare 2 ways to go from East London to Knysna.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$22 - $96	Average Duration8h	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	CheapestFastestMost eco-friendly
Shuttle	Average Price$33 - $44	Average Duration9h 10m	CO₂ emissions 14kg CO₂e4 out of 5 stars

Busbud recommends taking the bus from East London to Knysna

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Knysna. The journey takes about 8 hours and with fares starting at just $22, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

17bus per day

8hAverage Duration

$22Cheapest ticket

12kgCO₂ emissions

Bus East London to Knysna: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$27

Average bus trip duration8h

Number of daily buses17

Earliest bus departure2:35am

Distance289 miles (466 km)

Latest bus departure7:40pm

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APM WC

2/51,915 reviews

Staff2.5

Timeliness0.9

Cleanliness2.6

Wifi0.4

Based on 1915 reviews, the company was rated 1.9 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the cleanliness but often complained with the wifi. APM WC ticket prices on this trip start at $22.00

APMWC East London Knysna recent customer reviews

The experience was very bad, the driver dropped me at George saying they didn’t have Knysna on the list. They don’t care about our safety, I’m so not happy with their service.

Patiswa S.

July 1, 2024

The whole service was poor. Starting from the station checkout and time frame.

Siphuxolo L.

June 6, 2025

Intercape

3.5/540,146 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.2

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi1.2

Users have shared positive experiences, highlighting the warmth and comfort of their journey. However, there are mentions of delays in arrival times at destinations. Despite this minor issue, travelers generally report a pleasant travel experience with comfortable conditions on board.

Intercape Budgetliner East London Knysna recent customer reviews

It was a comfortable trip.No bad driving. Just that the bus took longer at stations. It was an enjoyable ride.

Busisiwe M.

May 6, 2025

Everything was good just that the bus was late and we arrived late at our destination

Ashton S.

June 14, 2024

It was bad firstly the bus was 1hour 30 minutes late there was no apology at all. Secondly when we boarded the coach it was not clean especially the toilet,the heat was unbearable and the bus stopped in Jeffrey's bay we could not buy decent food in that garage.

Tamara T.

September 23, 2023

Intercity Xpress

3/59,239 reviews

Staff3.9

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness3.8

Wifi1.1

Intercity Xpress is a long-distance bus company operating in South Africa. The company established itself as an affordable intercity bus operator, offering services between cities all over the country. Their coaches are equipped with standard seats and they have a generous luggage policy of up to 25 kg. Although they make an effort to respect their timetables, travelers report that delays are expected for Intercity Xpress, so it's good to be flexible with your schedule if you're traveling with them. Their cancellation policy is also flexible, as you can cancel your ticket up to 6 hours before travel time and get a refund of 80% of your ticket value.

Greyhound South Africa

3/57,957 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness4

Wifi1.2

Big Sky

3.5/52,237 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.3

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi1.6

ilulaBus

2/5817 reviews

Staff2.1

Timeliness0.8

Cleanliness2.5

Wifi0.3

Delta Coaches

1.5/53,307 reviews

Staff1.9

Timeliness0.8

Cleanliness2

Wifi0.3

Eagle Liner

2.5/58,923 reviews

Staff3.7

Timeliness2.3

Cleanliness3.5

Wifi0.8

Eagleliner bus company connects South Africa’s largest cities and beach resorts. They are known for having the most affordable fares in the country, so if the price is your main concern, this might the bus company for you. Their buses are equipped with standard features, like reclining seats, air conditioning and bathrooms. You can travel with up to 25kg of luggage, which is more than enough for most travelers. If your travel plans change, you can reschedule your ticket by paying a 20% fee, up to 6 hours before travel time.

Eagle Liner East London Knysna recent customer reviews

The bus was late were supposed to departure at 4pm but the bus got delayed that bus almost pass knysna with me but I stopped it on time

Zanele T.

January 13, 2023

ZA bus companies: Intercape, Big Sky, Intercity Xpress, Greyhound South Africa, Eagle Liner, APM WC, Delta Coaches

East London to Knysna Bus

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Where are the popular stops in East London and Knysna?

Stops in East London

A - Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)

B - Railway Station

C - Windmill Mall

D - East London Station

Stops in Knysna

A - Waterfront Station, Remembrance Avenue (close to Quays Hotel)

Frequently asked questions for your trip East London - Knysna

Is there a way to reach Knysna from East London without flying?
How long does it take to get to Knysna from East London by bus?
What is the distance between East London and Knysna?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from East London to Knysna?
What is the most affordable way to travel from East London to Knysna?
What is the ticket price for the bus trip from East London to Knysna?

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

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The cheapest trip from East London to Knysna was searched and found on Jun 7, 2025 with a price of $20

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

You can expect to pay from $20 to $37 for a bus ticket from East London to Knysna based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $20 which is on 2025-06-11.

Usually intercity_xpress 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

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while traveling from East London to Knysna.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you're bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from East London to Knysna.

Buses have one of the smallest carbon footprints of motorized transport modes. A bus going from East London to Knysna will emit less CO2 than a car or an airplane.

Tune out to the fine sounds of your best music playlist on your bus trip from East London to Knysna while indulging in miles on end of beautiful scenic views.

Did you know?

Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!

One of the longest bus route in the world goes all the way from Ontario to Alberta in Canada (with the same bus). This trip is 3,435 km or 2,135 miles long and the price is a bit under $100.

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!

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Where are the popular stops in East London and Knysna?

Frequently asked questions for your trip East London - Knysna

Is there a way to reach Knysna from East London without flying?

How long does it take to get to Knysna from East London by bus?

What is the distance between East London and Knysna?

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from East London to Knysna?

What is the most affordable way to travel from East London to Knysna?

What is the ticket price for the bus trip from East London to Knysna?

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