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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Swellengrebel Hotel, Voortrekker Street | Knysna - Waterfront Station | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | Swellengrebel Hotel, Voortrekker Street | Waterfront Station | Fastest | ||||
 | Bus | Swellengrebel Hotel, Voortrekker Street | Waterfront Station, Remembrance Avenue (close to Quays Hotel) | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Swellengrebel Hotel, Voortrekker Street | Waterfront Station, Remembrance Avenue (close to Quays Hotel) | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | SWELLENDAM | KNYSNA | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Today at 10:39 AM SAST.
Get from Swellendam to Knysna
The journey takes about 4 hours 5 minutes, and with fares starting at just $29, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Swellendam and Knysna?
Stops in Swellendam
- A
Swellengrebel Hotel, Voortrekker Street
Swellengrebel Hotel, Voortrekker Street, Swellendam, 6740, 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 Swellendam 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 Swellendam to Knysna?
The cheapest bus tickets from Swellendam to Knysna start from $29. The average price for this route is around $45. 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 Swellendam to Knysna?
The average bus travel time from Swellendam to Knysna is 4h 5m, covering a distance of 242 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 3h 35m and is operated by Eagle Liner.
Which bus companies service the Swellendam to Knysna route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 14 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, APM WC, Big Sky, Intercity Xpress, Eagle Liner, Williams Coaches, Greyhound South Africa, Delta Coaches.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Swellendam to Knysna?
The earliest bus departs from Swellendam to Knysna at 10:15am. And the latest bus departs at 11:40pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Swellendam to Knysna?
A bus trip from Swellendam to Knysna generates an estimated 6 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 Swellendam to Knysna?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Williams Coaches, with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 563 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Swellendam to Knysna?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Williams Coaches has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.2.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Swellendam to Knysna?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Williams Coaches, with a punctuality rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Swellendam to Knysna?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Williams Coaches, with a cleanliness rating of 4.8 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 Swellendam to Knysna was searched and found on Dec 1, 2025 with a price of $61To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Swellendam to Knysna, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $61 to $164 for a bus ticket from Swellendam to Knysna based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $61 which is on 2025-12-01.
