How much is the bus ticket from Paarl to Knysna?

The cheapest bus tickets from Paarl to Knysna start at R 400. The average price for this route is around R 734. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Paarl to Knysna?

The average bus journey time from Paarl to Knysna is 6h 55m, covering a distance of 379 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 6h 15m and is operated by Intercity Xpress .

Which bus companies service the Paarl to Knysna route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 6 buses available per day, including services from Big Sky , Intercape , Eagle Liner , Intercity Xpress , APM WC .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Paarl to Knysna?

The earliest bus departs from Paarl to Knysna at 07:10. And the latest bus departs at 20:25.

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

A bus trip from Paarl to Knysna produces an estimated 9 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 Paarl to Knysna?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Big Sky , with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 3231 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Paarl 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 Paarl 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 Paarl 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.

Bus Paarl to Knysna from R 366 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Paarl to Knysna on 3 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	18:50	Paarl - Shell Garage, C/o Suid and Hoof Street	6h 35m	01:25	Waterfront Station	Cheapest
Bus	19:15	Paarl - Shell Garage, C/o Suid and Hoof Street	6h 15m	01:30	Waterfront Station	Fastest
Bus	18:55	Paarl - Shell Garage, C/o Suid and Hoof Street	6h 55m	01:50	Waterfront Station, Remembrance Avenue (close to Quays Hotel)	No tags
Bus	20:25	Paarl - Shell Garage, C/o Suid and Hoof Street	7h 20m	03:45	Waterfront Station, Remembrance Avenue (close to Quays Hotel)	No tags
Bus	18:55	Paarl - Shell Garage, C/o Suid and Hoof Street	6h 55m	01:50	Waterfront Station, Remembrance Avenue (close to Quays Hotel)	No tags

Next departures from Paarl to Knysna on 4 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	12:05	Paarl - Shell Garage, C/o Suid and Hoof Street	7h	19:05	Knysna - Waterfront Station	Cheapest
Bus	19:15	Paarl - Shell Garage, C/o Suid and Hoof Street	6h 15m	01:30	Waterfront Station	Fastest
Bus	07:10	Paarl - Shell Garage, C/o Suid and Hoof Street	7h 25m	14:35	Waterfront Station, Remembrance Avenue (close to Quays Hotel)	No tags
Bus	18:55	Paarl - Shell Garage, C/o Suid and Hoof Street	6h 55m	01:50	Waterfront Station, Remembrance Avenue (close to Quays Hotel)	No tags
Bus	18:50	Paarl - Shell Garage, C/o Suid and Hoof Street	6h 35m	01:25	Waterfront Station	No tags

Next departures from Paarl to Knysna on 5 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	12:05	Paarl - Shell Garage, C/o Suid and Hoof Street	7h	19:05	Knysna - Waterfront Station	Cheapest
Bus	19:15	Paarl - Shell Garage, C/o Suid and Hoof Street	6h 15m	01:30	Waterfront Station	Fastest
Bus	07:10	Paarl - Shell Garage, C/o Suid and Hoof Street	7h 25m	14:35	Waterfront Station, Remembrance Avenue (close to Quays Hotel)	No tags
Bus	18:55	Paarl - Shell Garage, C/o Suid and Hoof Street	6h 55m	01:50	Waterfront Station, Remembrance Avenue (close to Quays Hotel)	No tags
Bus	18:50	Paarl - Shell Garage, C/o Suid and Hoof Street	6h 35m	01:25	Waterfront Station	No tags

Next departures from Paarl to Knysna on 6 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	12:05	Paarl - Shell Garage, C/o Suid and Hoof Street	7h	19:05	Knysna - Waterfront Station	Cheapest
Bus	19:15	Paarl - Shell Garage, C/o Suid and Hoof Street	6h 15m	01:30	Waterfront Station	Fastest
Bus	07:10	Paarl - Shell Garage, C/o Suid and Hoof Street	7h 25m	14:35	Waterfront Station, Remembrance Avenue (close to Quays Hotel)	No tags
Bus	18:55	Paarl - Shell Garage, C/o Suid and Hoof Street	6h 55m	01:50	Waterfront Station, Remembrance Avenue (close to Quays Hotel)	No tags
Bus	18:50	Paarl - Shell Garage, C/o Suid and Hoof Street	6h 35m	01:25	Waterfront Station	No tags

Next departures from Paarl to Knysna on 7 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	12:05	Paarl - Shell Garage, C/o Suid and Hoof Street	7h	19:05	Knysna - Waterfront Station	Cheapest
Bus	19:15	Paarl - Shell Garage, C/o Suid and Hoof Street	6h 15m	01:30	Waterfront Station	Fastest
Bus	07:10	Paarl - Shell Garage, C/o Suid and Hoof Street	7h 25m	14:35	Waterfront Station, Remembrance Avenue (close to Quays Hotel)	No tags
Bus	18:55	Paarl - Shell Garage, C/o Suid and Hoof Street	6h 55m	01:50	Waterfront Station, Remembrance Avenue (close to Quays Hotel)	No tags
Bus	18:50	Paarl - Shell Garage, C/o Suid and Hoof Street	6h 35m	01:25	Waterfront Station	No tags

Next departures from Paarl to Knysna on 8 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	12:05	Paarl - Shell Garage, C/o Suid and Hoof Street	7h	19:05	Knysna - Waterfront Station	Cheapest
Bus	19:15	Paarl - Shell Garage, C/o Suid and Hoof Street	6h 15m	01:30	Waterfront Station	Fastest
Bus	07:10	Paarl - Shell Garage, C/o Suid and Hoof Street	7h 25m	14:35	Waterfront Station, Remembrance Avenue (close to Quays Hotel)	No tags
Bus	18:55	Paarl - Shell Garage, C/o Suid and Hoof Street	6h 55m	01:50	Waterfront Station, Remembrance Avenue (close to Quays Hotel)	No tags
Bus	18:50	Paarl - Shell Garage, C/o Suid and Hoof Street	6h 35m	01:25	Waterfront Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Thursday at 10:53 AM SAST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Paarl to Knysna

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Knysna. The journey takes about 6 hours 55 minutes and with fares starting at just R 400, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

6bus per day

6h 55mAverage duration

379 kmDistance

9kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 400 - R 1 624	Average duration6h 55m	CO₂ emissions 9kg CO₂e
Shuttle	Average priceR 554 - R 1 982	Average duration8h 35m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Paarl and Knysna?

Stops in Paarl

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Paarl - Shell Garage, C/o Suid and Hoof Street
Shell Garage, C/O Suid and Hoof Street, Southern Paarl, Paarl, 7624, South Africa
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Stops in Knysna

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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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Compare bus companies

Big Sky

3.5/53 308 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.3

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi1.5

Intercape

3.5/545 183 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi1.2

Based on 45183 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 Wi-Fi. Intercape ticket prices on this trip start at R 543

Intercape Mainliner Paarl Knysna recent customer reviews

The journey was fine. It said that there was entertainment, however, a movie was showing with the sound off and church music was playing which I did not understand and it was loud.

Tracy L.

22 July 2025

Eagle Liner

3/510 842 reviews

Staff3.7

Timeliness2.4

Cleanliness3.6

WiFi0.8

Based on 10842 reviews, the company was rated 2.8 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the departure location but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Eagle Liner ticket prices on this trip start at R 400

Eagle Liner Paarl Knysna recent customer reviews

Booked eagle lines and they changed it to intercity express which was dirty and smelly Couldn't even eat because of smell and dirt inside

Asive M.

5 September 2023

Intercity Xpress

3/511 700 reviews

Staff4

Timeliness2.6

Cleanliness3.8

WiFi1.2

APM WC

2/52 980 reviews

Staff2.7

Timeliness1.1

Cleanliness2.8

WiFi0.5

Based on 2980 reviews, the company was rated 2.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the cleanliness but often complained with the Wi-Fi. APM WC ticket prices on this trip start at R 477

APMWC Paarl Knysna recent customer reviews

Very bad, the bus never arrived and I had to sleep overnight at a filling station. Also had to pay for another bus.

Curshin J.

14 March 2025

ZA bus companies:FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Paarl 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 Paarl to Knysna?
The cheapest bus tickets from Paarl to Knysna start at R 400. The average price for this route is around R 734. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Paarl to Knysna?
The average bus journey time from Paarl to Knysna is 6h 55m, covering a distance of 379 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 6h 15m and is operated by Intercity Xpress.
Which bus companies service the Paarl to Knysna route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 6 buses available per day, including services from Big Sky, Intercape, Eagle Liner, Intercity Xpress, APM WC.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Paarl to Knysna?
The earliest bus departs from Paarl to Knysna at 07:10. And the latest bus departs at 20:25.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Paarl to Knysna?
A bus trip from Paarl to Knysna produces an estimated 9 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 Paarl to Knysna?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Big Sky, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 3231 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Paarl 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 Paarl 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 Paarl 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.

Best price found

01/01

R 387

02/01

R 366

Today

R 366

04/01

R 366

05/01

R 366

06/01

R 366

07/01

R 367

08/01

R 389

The cheapest trip from Paarl to Knysna was searched and found on 02 Jan 2026 with a price of R 366

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Paarl to Knysna as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 366 to R 868 for a bus ticket from Paarl to Knysna based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 366, which is on 2026-01-04.

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.