Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Waterfront Station, Remembrance Avenue (close to Quays Hotel) | Plettenberg Bay - Shell Ultra City, Marine Way (Steers) | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | KNYSNA | PLETTENBERG BAY | Fastest | ||||
 | Bus | Waterfront Station, Remembrance Avenue (close to Quays Hotel) | Plettenberg Bay - Shell Ultra City, Marine Way (Steers) | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Waterfront Station, Remembrance Avenue (close to Quays Hotel) | Plettenberg Bay - Shell Ultra City, Marine Way (Steers) | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Knysna Berns Toyota | Plettenberg Bay - Shell Ultra City, Marine Way (Steers) | No tags |
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Get from Knysna to Plettenberg Bay
The journey takes about 25 minutes, and with fares starting at just £16, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Knysna and Plettenberg Bay?
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
Stops in Plettenberg Bay
- A
Plettenberg Bay
Shell Ultra, Cnr N2 and Marine Way, Plettenberg Bay
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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Knysna to Plettenberg Bay
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much is the bus ticket from Knysna to Plettenberg Bay?
The cheapest coach tickets from Knysna to Plettenberg Bay start from £16. The average price for this route is around £36. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Knysna to Plettenberg Bay?
The average bus journey time from Knysna to Plettenberg Bay is 25m, covering a distance of 19 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 15m and is operated by APM WC.
Which bus companies service the Knysna to Plettenberg Bay 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, ilulaBus, Williams Coaches, Greyhound South Africa, Milta Coaches.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Knysna to Plettenberg Bay?
The earliest bus departs from Knysna to Plettenberg Bay at 01:30. And the latest bus departs at 22:45.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Knysna to Plettenberg Bay?
A bus journey from Knysna to Plettenberg Bay produces an estimated 1 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Which is the best bus company from Knysna to Plettenberg Bay?
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 573 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Knysna to Plettenberg Bay?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Williams Coaches has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.2.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Knysna to Plettenberg Bay?
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 Knysna to Plettenberg Bay?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Milta Coaches, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 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 Knysna to Plettenberg Bay was searched and found on 31 Dec 2025 with a price of £16To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Knysna to Plettenberg Bay as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £16 to £32 for a bus ticket from Knysna to Plettenberg Bay based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £16, which is on 2025-12-31.
