How much is the bus ticket from Somerset West to Knysna?

The cheapest coach tickets from Somerset West to Knysna start from £17. 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.

How long is the bus journey from Somerset West to Knysna?

The average bus journey time from Somerset West to Knysna is 6h 45m, covering a distance of 237 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 6h 10m and is operated by ilulaBus .

Which bus companies service the Somerset West to Knysna route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 8 buses available per day, including services from APM WC , Milta Coaches , Intercape , Intercity Xpress , Greyhound South Africa , ilulaBus .

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

The earliest bus departs from Somerset West to Knysna at 08:00. And the latest bus departs at 21:15.

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

A bus journey from Somerset West to Knysna produces an estimated 10 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 Somerset West 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 44309 reviews.

Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Somerset West to Knysna?

Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Greyhound South Africa has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.3.

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Somerset West to Knysna?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Intercape , with a punctuality rating of 3.1 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Somerset West to Knysna?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Intercape , with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Bus Somerset West to Knysna from £19 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Somerset West to Knysna on 13 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	20:40	Shell Garage, Sir Lowry's Pass (N2)	6h 40m	03:20	Knysna - Waterfront Station	Cheapest
Bus	20:05	Shell Garage, Sir Lowry's Pass (N2)	6h 15m	02:20	Knysna - Waterfront Station	Fastest
Bus	09:05	Shell Garage, Sir Lowry's Pass (N2)	6h 45m	15:50	Waterfront Station, Remembrance Avenue (close to Quays Hotel)	No tags
Bus	20:00	Shell Garage, Sir Lowry's Pass (N2)	6h 50m	02:50	Knysna Berns Toyota	No tags
Bus	18:50	Sommerset West - Shell Sir Lowrys , N2	7h 10m	02:00	Waterfront Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Last Sunday at 17:06 SAST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Somerset West 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 45 minutes and with fares starting at just £17, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

8bus per day

6h 45mAverage duration

237 milesDistance

10kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£17 - £160	Average duration6h 45m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e
Shuttle	Average price£22 - £90	Average duration8h 45m	CO₂ emissions 12kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Somerset West and Knysna?

Stops in Somerset West

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Shell Garage, Sir Lowry's Pass (N2)
Shell Garage, before Sir Lowry's Pass (N2), Helderberg Rural, Cape Town, 7135, South Africa
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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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Compare bus companies

APM WC

2/52,805 reviews

Staff2.7

Timeliness1.1

Cleanliness2.7

WiFi0.5

Milta Coaches

3/51 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness0

Cleanliness5

Intercape

3.5/544,382 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi1.2

Based on 44382 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 £21

Intercape Mainliner Somerset West Knysna recent customer reviews

The was a lot of cucarachas on the bus the whole passage was wet cause of the toilet and driver was very rude.

Renate B.

14 December 2024

Aircon to warm no siocal distance as there was no fresh air ventilation

Winston M.

1 June 2021

The bus stop on the web site ist the sem

Matteo M.

10 January 2020

Intercity Xpress

3/511,186 reviews

Staff4

Timeliness2.6

Cleanliness3.8

WiFi1.1

Greyhound South Africa

3/59,209 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness4

WiFi1.3

ilulaBus

2/5817 reviews

Staff2.1

Timeliness0.8

Cleanliness2.5

WiFi0.3

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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Somerset West to Knysna

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 Somerset West to Knysna?
The cheapest coach tickets from Somerset West to Knysna start from £17. 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.
How long is the bus journey from Somerset West to Knysna?
The average bus journey time from Somerset West to Knysna is 6h 45m, covering a distance of 237 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 6h 10m and is operated by ilulaBus.
Which bus companies service the Somerset West to Knysna route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 8 buses available per day, including services from APM WC, Milta Coaches, Intercape, Intercity Xpress, Greyhound South Africa, ilulaBus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Somerset West to Knysna?
The earliest bus departs from Somerset West to Knysna at 08:00. And the latest bus departs at 21:15.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Somerset West to Knysna?
A bus journey from Somerset West to Knysna produces an estimated 10 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 Somerset West 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 44309 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Somerset West to Knysna?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Greyhound South Africa has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.3.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Somerset West to Knysna?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Intercape, with a punctuality rating of 3.1 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Somerset West to Knysna?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Intercape, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

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The cheapest trip from Somerset West to Knysna was searched and found on 12 Dec 2025 with a price of £33

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

You can expect to pay from £33 to £158 for a bus ticket from Somerset West to Knysna based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £33, which is on 2025-12-12.

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.