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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Durban Station (Coach terminus) | Waterfront Station | CheapestFastest | ||||
 | Bus | Durban - Intercape office, 65 Masabalala Yengwa Avenue (Durban Station) | Waterfront Station, Remembrance Avenue (close to Quays Hotel) | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Durban - Intercape office, 65 Masabalala Yengwa Avenue (Durban Station) | Waterfront Station, Remembrance Avenue (close to Quays Hotel) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Durban - Intercape office, 65 Masabalala Yengwa Avenue (Durban Station) | Waterfront Station, Remembrance Avenue (close to Quays Hotel) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Durban - Intercape office, 65 Masabalala Yengwa Avenue (Durban Station) | Waterfront Station, Remembrance Avenue (close to Quays Hotel) | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 9:06 PM SAST.
Get from Durban to Knysna
The journey takes about 20 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just $38, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Durban and Knysna?
Stops in Durban
- A
Durban Beach - Intercape Office, o.r Tambo Parade (Opposite Tropicana Hotel)
Intercape Office, O.R Tambo Parade (opposite Tropicana Hotel), South Beach, Durban, 4001, South Africa - B
Durban Station
222 Umgeni Rd, Stamford Hill, Durban, 4025, South Africa - D
Jacobs
6 Bonnington Pl, Mobeni East, Durban, 4060 - E
Airport (DBN)
Durban International Airport, 4029, South Africa
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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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Durban 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 Durban to Knysna?
The cheapest bus tickets from Durban to Knysna start from $38. The average price for this route is around $66. 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 Durban to Knysna?
The average bus travel time from Durban to Knysna is 20h 30m, covering a distance of 886 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 16h 15m and is operated by APM WC.
Which bus companies service the Durban to Knysna route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 6 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, APM WC, Big Sky, Intercity Xpress.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Durban to Knysna?
The earliest bus departs from Durban to Knysna at 6:15am. And the latest bus departs at 4:45pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Durban to Knysna?
A bus trip from Durban to Knysna generates an estimated 22 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Durban 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 Durban to Knysna?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Big Sky has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.5.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Durban 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 Durban 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.
The cheapest trip from Durban to Knysna was searched and found on Nov 26, 2025 with a price of $48To 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 $48 to $84 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 $49 which is on 2025-12-02.
Usually Intercape, 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.
