How much is the bus ticket from Knysna to Grahamstown?

The cheapest bus tickets from Knysna to Grahamstown start from $32. The average price for this route is around $46. 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 Knysna to Grahamstown?

The average bus travel time from Knysna to Grahamstown is 5h 45m, covering a distance of 332 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 4h 55m and is operated by Intercity Xpress .

Which bus companies service the Knysna to Grahamstown route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 11 buses available per day, including services from APM WC , Intercape , Intercity Xpress , Big Sky , Eagle Liner , Greyhound South Africa , ilulaBus .

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Knysna to Grahamstown?

The earliest bus departs from Knysna to Grahamstown at 12:35am. And the latest bus departs at 10:45pm.

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

A bus trip from Knysna to Grahamstown generates an estimated 8 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 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 45204 reviews.

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

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 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 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Bus Knysna to Grahamstown from $27 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Knysna to Grahamstown on January 15
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	3:45am	Knysna - Waterfront Station	6h	9:45am	The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street	Cheapest
Bus	2:05am	Waterfront Station	4h 55m	7:00am	Frontier Country Hotel (Opposite Cathedral)	Fastest
Bus	1:55am	Waterfront Station, Remembrance Avenue (close to Quays Hotel)	5h 45m	7:40am	The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street	No tags
Bus	3:50am	Waterfront Station, Remembrance Avenue (close to Quays Hotel)	5h 50m	9:40am	The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street	No tags
Bus	2:55am	Knysna Berns Toyota	5h 15m	8:10am	Frontier Country Hotel (Opposite Cathedral)	No tags

Next departures for Knysna to Grahamstown on January 16
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	3:45am	Knysna - Waterfront Station	6h	9:45am	The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street	Cheapest
Bus	2:05am	Waterfront Station	4h 55m	7:00am	Frontier Country Hotel (Opposite Cathedral)	Fastest
Bus	1:55am	Waterfront Station, Remembrance Avenue (close to Quays Hotel)	5h 45m	7:40am	The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street	No tags
Bus	3:50am	Waterfront Station, Remembrance Avenue (close to Quays Hotel)	5h 50m	9:40am	The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street	No tags
Bus	2:55am	Knysna Berns Toyota	5h 15m	8:10am	Frontier Country Hotel (Opposite Cathedral)	No tags

Next departures for Knysna to Grahamstown on January 18
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	3:45am	Knysna - Waterfront Station	6h	9:45am	The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street	Cheapest
Bus	2:05am	Waterfront Station	4h 55m	7:00am	Frontier Country Hotel (Opposite Cathedral)	Fastest
Bus	1:55am	Waterfront Station, Remembrance Avenue (close to Quays Hotel)	5h 45m	7:40am	The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street	No tags
Bus	3:50am	Waterfront Station, Remembrance Avenue (close to Quays Hotel)	5h 50m	9:40am	The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street	No tags
Bus	2:55am	Knysna Berns Toyota	5h 15m	8:10am	Frontier Country Hotel (Opposite Cathedral)	No tags

Next departures for Knysna to Grahamstown on January 19
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	3:45am	Knysna - Waterfront Station	6h	9:45am	The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street	Cheapest
Bus	2:05am	Waterfront Station	4h 55m	7:00am	Frontier Country Hotel (Opposite Cathedral)	Fastest
Bus	1:55am	Waterfront Station, Remembrance Avenue (close to Quays Hotel)	5h 45m	7:40am	The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street	No tags
Bus	3:50am	Waterfront Station, Remembrance Avenue (close to Quays Hotel)	5h 50m	9:40am	The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street	No tags
Bus	2:55am	Knysna Berns Toyota	5h 15m	8:10am	Frontier Country Hotel (Opposite Cathedral)	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 12:17 PM SAST.

Get from Knysna to Grahamstown

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 5 hours 45 minutes, and with fares starting at just $32, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

11bus per day

5h 45mAverage 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

APM WC

2/53,074 reviews

Staff2.7

Timeliness1.2

Cleanliness2.8

Wifi0.5

Intercape

3.5/545,632 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi1.2

Based on 45632 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 WiFi. Intercape ticket prices on this trip start at $38

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.

March 11, 2023

Intercity Xpress

3/511,954 reviews

Staff4

Timeliness2.6

Cleanliness3.8

Wifi1.2

Big Sky

3.5/53,395 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.3

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi1.5

Eagle Liner

2.5/511,109 reviews

Staff3.7

Timeliness2.4

Cleanliness3.6

Wifi0.8

Greyhound South Africa

3/59,383 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness4

Wifi1.3

ilulaBus

2/5825 reviews

Staff2.1

Timeliness0.8

Cleanliness2.4

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 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 Knysna to Grahamstown?
The cheapest bus tickets from Knysna to Grahamstown start from $32. The average price for this route is around $46. 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 Knysna to Grahamstown?
The average bus travel time from Knysna to Grahamstown is 5h 45m, covering a distance of 332 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 4h 55m and is operated by Intercity Xpress.
Which bus companies service the Knysna to Grahamstown route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 11 buses available per day, including services from APM WC, Intercape, Intercity Xpress, Big Sky, Eagle Liner, Greyhound South Africa, ilulaBus.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Knysna to Grahamstown?
The earliest bus departs from Knysna to Grahamstown at 12:35am. And the latest bus departs at 10:45pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Knysna to Grahamstown?
A bus trip from Knysna to Grahamstown generates an estimated 8 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 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 45204 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Knysna to Grahamstown?
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 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 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

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$31

The cheapest trip from Knysna to Grahamstown was searched and found on Jan 16, 2026 with a price of $27

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 $27 to $73 for a bus ticket from Knysna to Grahamstown based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $27 which is on 2026-01-16.

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.