Bus from Knysna to East London: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Knysna to East London on December 1
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
APMWCBus
    Knysna - Waterfront Station
    EAST LONDON - Train Station, East London, Station St, QuigneyCheapest
    GreyhoundBus
    Knysna Berns Toyota
    East London Windmill ParkFastest
    Intercape MainlinerBus
    Waterfront Station, Remembrance Avenue (close to Quays Hotel)
    Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)No tags
    Big SkyBus
      Waterfront Station, Remembrance Avenue (close to Quays Hotel)
      Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)No tags
      Intercity XpressBus
      Waterfront Station
      Railway StationNo tags

      Last refresh of the prices: Last Friday at 9:55 PM SAST.

      Compare 2 ways to go from Knysna to East London

      We recommend taking the shuttle

      Among the sustainable travel choices, the shuttle stands out as the good way to reach East London. The journey takes about 7 hours 45 minutes and with fares starting at just $40, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

      1shuttle per day
      7h 45mAverage Duration
      290 milesDistance
      14kgCO₂ emissions
      Average Price$20 - $197Average Duration8h 15m
      12kg CO₂e
      Shuttle
      Average Price$40 - $40Average Duration7h 45m
      14kg CO₂e

      Frequently asked questions about traveling from Knysna to East London by bus

      Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

      1. How much is the bus ticket from Knysna to East London?

        The cheapest bus tickets from Knysna to East London start from $20. The average price for this route is around $44. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

      2. How long is the bus ride from Knysna to East London?

        The average bus trip duration from Knysna to East London is 8h 15m, covering a distance of 289 miles (466 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 6h 25m and is operated by Delta Coaches.

      3. Which bus companies service the Knysna to East London route?

        Several major bus companies operate on this route with 17 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, Intercity Xpress, APM WC, Eagle Liner, Flexi City Connect, Greyhound South Africa, Big Sky, ilulaBus, Delta Coaches.

      4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Knysna to East London?

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

      5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Knysna to East London?

        A bus trip from Knysna to East London generates an estimated 12 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

      6. What is the best bus company from Knysna to East London?

        According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Big Sky, with an average rating of 3.6 out of 5 stars based on 3015 reviews.

      7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Knysna to East London?

        Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Big Sky has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.5.

      8. Which bus company has the most timely service from Knysna to East London?

        According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Big Sky, with a punctuality rating of 3.3 out of 5 stars.

      9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Knysna to East London?

        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
      11/28
      $60
      11/29
      $30
      Today
      $44
      12/01
      $36
      12/02
      $36
      12/03
      No data
      12/04
      $31
      12/05
      $36
      busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Knysna to East London was searched and found on Nov 29, 2025 with a price of $30

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

      You can expect to pay from $30 to $105 for a bus ticket from Knysna to East London based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $31 which is on 2025-12-04.

      Usually Big Sky, Greyhound South Africa 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.

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