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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Butterworth, Market Square | Waterfront Station | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | Butterworth - High Street, Opposite Ellerines | Knysna - Waterfront Station | Fastest | ||||
 | Bus | Butterworth | Waterfront Station, Remembrance Avenue (close to Quays Hotel) | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Butterworth | Waterfront Station, Remembrance Avenue (close to Quays Hotel) | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Butterworth, Market Square | Waterfront Station | No tags |
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Get from Butterworth to Knysna
The journey takes about 10 hours 10 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 373, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Butterworth and Knysna?
Stops in Butterworth
- A
Butterworth - Ellerines, High Street
Ellerines, High Street, Butterworth, 4960, 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 Butterworth, ZA to Knysna by bus
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Butterworth to Knysna?
The cheapest bus tickets from Butterworth to Knysna start at R 373. The average price for this route is around R 865. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Butterworth to Knysna?
The average bus journey time from Butterworth to Knysna is 10h 10m, covering a distance of 512 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 9h and is operated by APM WC.
Which bus companies service the Butterworth to Knysna route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 7 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, APM WC, Eagle Liner, Intercity Xpress, Big Sky, Flexi City Connect.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Butterworth to Knysna?
The earliest bus departs from Butterworth to Knysna at 00:55. And the latest bus departs at 17:30.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Butterworth to Knysna?
A bus trip from Butterworth to Knysna produces an estimated 13 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Butterworth to Knysna?
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 44695 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Butterworth 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 offers the most punctual service from Butterworth 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 Butterworth 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 Butterworth, ZA to Knysna was searched and found on 08 Jan 2026 with a price of R 660To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Butterworth, ZA to Knysna as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 660 to R 2 793 for a bus ticket from Butterworth, ZA to Knysna based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 660, which is on 2026-01-08.
Usually 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.
