How much is the bus ticket from East London to Knysna?

The cheapest bus tickets from East London to Knysna start from $22. The average price for this route is around $31. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from East London to Knysna?

The average bus trip duration from East London to Knysna is 8h 30m, covering a distance of 288 miles (465 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 7h 20m and is operated by APM WC .

Which bus companies service the East London to Knysna route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 15 buses available per day, including services from Intercape , Intercity Xpress , APM WC , Eagle Liner , Flexi City Connect , Greyhound South Africa , Big Sky , ilulaBus , Delta Coaches .

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

The earliest bus departs from East London to Knysna at 2:35am. And the latest bus departs at 7:40pm.

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

A bus trip from East London to Knysna generates an estimated 12 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from East London to Knysna?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Big Sky , with an average rating of 3.6 out of 5 stars based on 3015 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from East London 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 has the most timely service from East London to Knysna?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 East London 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 East London to Knysna from $21 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for East London to Knysna on November 29
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	5:45pm	EAST LONDON - Train Station, East London, Station St, Quigney	7h 20m	1:05am	Knysna - Waterfront Station	CheapestFastest
Bus	2:00pm	Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)	10h 40m	12:40am	Waterfront Station, Remembrance Avenue (close to Quays Hotel)	No tags
Bus	4:15pm	East London Windmill Park	8h 15m	12:30am	Knysna Berns Toyota	No tags
Bus	2:00pm	Railway Station	9h 30m	11:30pm	Waterfront Station	No tags
Bus	4:00pm	Railway Station	8h 35m	12:35am	Waterfront Station	No tags

Next departures for East London to Knysna on November 30
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	5:45pm	EAST LONDON - Train Station, East London, Station St, Quigney	7h 20m	1:05am	Knysna - Waterfront Station	CheapestFastest
Bus	2:35am	Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)	9h 40m	12:15pm	Waterfront Station, Remembrance Avenue (close to Quays Hotel)	No tags
Bus	3:40am	Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)	8h 50m	12:30pm	Waterfront Station, Remembrance Avenue (close to Quays Hotel)	No tags
Bus	4:15pm	East London Windmill Park	8h 15m	12:30am	Knysna Berns Toyota	No tags
Bus	2:00pm	Railway Station	9h 30m	11:30pm	Waterfront Station	No tags

Next departures for East London to Knysna on December 1
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	2:05pm	EAST LONDON - Train Station, East London, Station St, Quigney	9h	11:05pm	Knysna - Waterfront Station	Cheapest
Bus	5:45pm	EAST LONDON - Train Station, East London, Station St, Quigney	7h 20m	1:05am	Knysna - Waterfront Station	Fastest
Bus	2:35am	Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)	9h 40m	12:15pm	Waterfront Station, Remembrance Avenue (close to Quays Hotel)	No tags
Bus	3:40am	Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)	8h 50m	12:30pm	Waterfront Station, Remembrance Avenue (close to Quays Hotel)	No tags
Bus	4:15pm	East London Windmill Park	8h 15m	12:30am	Knysna Berns Toyota	No tags

Next departures for East London to Knysna on December 3
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	2:05pm	EAST LONDON - Train Station, East London, Station St, Quigney	9h	11:05pm	Knysna - Waterfront Station	Cheapest
Bus	5:45pm	EAST LONDON - Train Station, East London, Station St, Quigney	7h 20m	1:05am	Knysna - Waterfront Station	Fastest
Bus	2:35am	Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)	9h 40m	12:15pm	Waterfront Station, Remembrance Avenue (close to Quays Hotel)	No tags
Bus	3:40am	Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)	8h 50m	12:30pm	Waterfront Station, Remembrance Avenue (close to Quays Hotel)	No tags
Bus	4:15pm	East London Windmill Park	8h 15m	12:30am	Knysna Berns Toyota	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from East London to Knysna

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Knysna. The journey takes about 8 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just $22, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

15bus per day

8h 30mAverage Duration

288 milesDistance

12kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$22 - $72	Average Duration8h 30m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e
Shuttle	Average Price$35 - $35	Average Duration9h 10m	CO₂ emissions 14kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in East London and Knysna?

Stops in East London

A
Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)
Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park), East London, 5201, South Africa
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B
Railway Station
East London, Station St, Quigney, East London, 5201, South Africa
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C
East London
37 Cambridge St, East London Cbd, East London, 5200, South Africa
D
Windmill Mall
Windmill Mall, 122 Moore St, East London
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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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Compare bus companies

Intercape

3.5/544,097 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

3/511,053 reviews

Staff4

Timeliness2.6

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.

Intercity Xpress East London Knysna recent customer reviews

The bus didn’t stop at Kynsna and the Bus driver was very rude with me

Mydarly M.

June 11, 2025

APM WC

2/52,756 reviews

Staff2.7

Timeliness1.1

Cleanliness2.7

Wifi0.5

Based on 2756 reviews, the company was rated 2.1 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

APMWC East London Knysna recent customer reviews

Amazing, it was warm

Patiswa S.

July 30, 2025

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

Siphuxolo L.

June 6, 2025

Eagle Liner

3/510,347 reviews

Staff3.7

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness3.6

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

Flexi City Connect

2.5/519 reviews

Staff2.5

Timeliness1.6

Cleanliness2.8

Wifi0.7

Greyhound South Africa

3/59,167 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness4

Wifi1.3

Big Sky

3.5/53,067 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.3

Cleanliness4.2

Wifi1.5

ilulaBus

2/5817 reviews

Staff2.1

Timeliness0.8

Cleanliness2.5

Wifi0.3

Delta Coaches

1.5/53,879 reviews

Staff1.9

Timeliness0.8

Cleanliness2

Wifi0.3

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from East London to Knysna by bus

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

How much is the bus ticket from East London to Knysna?
The cheapest bus tickets from East London to Knysna start from $22. The average price for this route is around $31. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from East London to Knysna?
The average bus trip duration from East London to Knysna is 8h 30m, covering a distance of 288 miles (465 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 7h 20m and is operated by APM WC.
Which bus companies service the East London to Knysna route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 15 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, Intercity Xpress, APM WC, Eagle Liner, Flexi City Connect, Greyhound South Africa, Big Sky, ilulaBus, Delta Coaches.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from East London to Knysna?
The earliest bus departs from East London to Knysna at 2:35am. And the latest bus departs at 7:40pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from East London to Knysna?
A bus trip from East London to Knysna generates an estimated 12 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from East London to Knysna?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Big Sky, with an average rating of 3.6 out of 5 stars based on 3015 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from East London 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 has the most timely service from East London to Knysna?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 East London 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.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

11/26

$21

11/27

$21

Today

$23

11/29

$23

11/30

$23

12/01

$21

12/02

$23

12/03

$21

The cheapest trip from East London to Knysna was searched and found on Dec 1, 2025 with a price of $21

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 $21 to $69 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 $21 which is on 2025-12-01.

Usually Intercity Xpress, Intercape, Greyhound South Africa 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.