Bus Knysna to Mthatha - Compare all Companies

Compare all timetables for the bus from Knysna to Mthatha

Here is a selection of the cheapest bus trips from the schedule from Knysna to Mthatha from various bus operators like Intercape, Eagle Liner or Intercity Xpress for the next days.

today

tomorrow

$33

Thursday

$30

Friday

Saturday

$21

Sunday

Monday

$26

Cheapest bus trips tomorrow
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Intercape	12h 10m	2:30 AM	Knysna	Bus Stop	2:40 PM	Mthatha	Shell Ultra City	Economy	$33	A Bus from Intercape goes from Bus Stop, Knysna (South Africa) at 1/28/2026 2:30:00 AM to Shell Ultra City, Mthatha (South Africa) arriving at 1/28/2026 2:40:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $33 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 10m
Intercape	12h 25m	2:30 AM	Knysna	Bus Stop	2:55 PM	Mthatha	Station	Economy	$33	A Bus from Intercape goes from Bus Stop, Knysna (South Africa) at 1/28/2026 2:30:00 AM to Station, Mthatha (South Africa) arriving at 1/28/2026 2:55:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $33 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 25m
Intercape	13h 0m	2:40 PM	Knysna	Bus Stop	3:40 AM	Mthatha	Shell Ultra City	Economy	$34	A Bus from Intercape goes from Bus Stop, Knysna (South Africa) at 1/28/2026 2:40:00 PM to Shell Ultra City, Mthatha (South Africa) arriving at 1/29/2026 3:40:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $34 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 0m
Intercape	13h 15m	2:40 PM	Knysna	Bus Stop	3:55 AM	Mthatha	Station	Economy	$34	A Bus from Intercape goes from Bus Stop, Knysna (South Africa) at 1/28/2026 2:40:00 PM to Station, Mthatha (South Africa) arriving at 1/29/2026 3:55:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $34 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 15m
Intercape	11h 45m	3:55 PM	Knysna	Bus Stop	3:40 AM	Mthatha	Shell Ultra City	Economy	$38	A Bus from Intercape goes from Bus Stop, Knysna (South Africa) at 1/28/2026 3:55:00 PM to Shell Ultra City, Mthatha (South Africa) arriving at 1/29/2026 3:40:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $38 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 45m

Cheapest bus trips Thursday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Intercape	13h 0m	2:40 PM	Knysna	Bus Stop	3:40 AM	Mthatha	Shell Ultra City	Economy	$30	A Bus from Intercape goes from Bus Stop, Knysna (South Africa) at 1/29/2026 2:40:00 PM to Shell Ultra City, Mthatha (South Africa) arriving at 1/30/2026 3:40:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $30 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 0m
Intercape	13h 15m	2:40 PM	Knysna	Bus Stop	3:55 AM	Mthatha	Station	Economy	$30	A Bus from Intercape goes from Bus Stop, Knysna (South Africa) at 1/29/2026 2:40:00 PM to Station, Mthatha (South Africa) arriving at 1/30/2026 3:55:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $30 per person are available. Travel duration is 13h 15m
Intercape	12h 10m	2:30 AM	Knysna	Bus Stop	2:40 PM	Mthatha	Shell Ultra City	Economy	$31	A Bus from Intercape goes from Bus Stop, Knysna (South Africa) at 1/29/2026 2:30:00 AM to Shell Ultra City, Mthatha (South Africa) arriving at 1/29/2026 2:40:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $31 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 10m
Intercape	12h 25m	2:30 AM	Knysna	Bus Stop	2:55 PM	Mthatha	Station	Economy	$31	A Bus from Intercape goes from Bus Stop, Knysna (South Africa) at 1/29/2026 2:30:00 AM to Station, Mthatha (South Africa) arriving at 1/29/2026 2:55:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $31 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 25m
Intercape	11h 45m	3:55 PM	Knysna	Bus Stop	3:40 AM	Mthatha	Shell Ultra City	Economy	$33	A Bus from Intercape goes from Bus Stop, Knysna (South Africa) at 1/29/2026 3:55:00 PM to Shell Ultra City, Mthatha (South Africa) arriving at 1/30/2026 3:40:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $33 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 45m

Cheapest bus trips Saturday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
APM	12h 50m	7:10 PM	Knysna	Bus Stop	8:00 AM	Mthatha	Shell Ultra City	Economy	$21	A Bus from APM goes from Bus Stop, Knysna (South Africa) at 1/31/2026 7:10:00 PM to Shell Ultra City, Mthatha (South Africa) arriving at 2/1/2026 8:00:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $21 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 50m
APM	11h 45m	9:10 PM	Knysna	Bus Stop	8:55 AM	Mthatha	Shell Ultra City	Economy	$24	A Bus from APM goes from Bus Stop, Knysna (South Africa) at 1/31/2026 9:10:00 PM to Shell Ultra City, Mthatha (South Africa) arriving at 2/1/2026 8:55:00 AM. 50 Economy ticket for $24 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 45m
Intercape	12h 10m	2:30 AM	Knysna	Bus Stop	2:40 PM	Mthatha	Shell Ultra City	Basic	$28	A Bus from Intercape goes from Bus Stop, Knysna (South Africa) at 1/31/2026 2:30:00 AM to Shell Ultra City, Mthatha (South Africa) arriving at 1/31/2026 2:40:00 PM. 50 Basic ticket for $28 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 10m
Intercape	12h 25m	2:30 AM	Knysna	Bus Stop	2:55 PM	Mthatha	Station	Basic	$28	A Bus from Intercape goes from Bus Stop, Knysna (South Africa) at 1/31/2026 2:30:00 AM to Station, Mthatha (South Africa) arriving at 1/31/2026 2:55:00 PM. 50 Basic ticket for $28 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 25m
Eagle Liner	12h 15m	1:30 AM	Knysna	Toyota	1:45 PM	Mthatha	Station	Economy	$41	A Bus from Eagle Liner goes from Toyota, Knysna (South Africa) at 1/31/2026 1:30:00 AM to Station, Mthatha (South Africa) arriving at 1/31/2026 1:45:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $41 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 15m

Cheapest bus trips Monday
BertCompanyCountOneCompanyName	Duration	Departure time	From	Departure	Arrival time	To	Destination	Seat classes	Price
Eagle Liner	12h 15m	1:30 AM	Knysna	Toyota	1:45 PM	Mthatha	Station	Economy	$26	A Bus from Eagle Liner goes from Toyota, Knysna (South Africa) at 2/2/2026 1:30:00 AM to Station, Mthatha (South Africa) arriving at 2/2/2026 1:45:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $26 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 15m
Eagle Liner	11h 55m	1:30 AM	Knysna	Toyota	1:25 PM	Mthatha	Tembuland Gas Station	Economy	$26	A Bus from Eagle Liner goes from Toyota, Knysna (South Africa) at 2/2/2026 1:30:00 AM to Tembuland Gas Station, Mthatha (South Africa) arriving at 2/2/2026 1:25:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $26 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 55m
Intercity Xpress	11h 30m	1:35 AM	Knysna	Toyota	1:05 PM	Mthatha	Station	Economy	$26	A Bus from Intercity Xpress goes from Toyota, Knysna (South Africa) at 2/2/2026 1:35:00 AM to Station, Mthatha (South Africa) arriving at 2/2/2026 1:05:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $26 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 30m
Intercity Xpress	11h 15m	1:35 AM	Knysna	Toyota	12:50 PM	Mthatha	Shell Ultra City	Economy	$26	A Bus from Intercity Xpress goes from Toyota, Knysna (South Africa) at 2/2/2026 1:35:00 AM to Shell Ultra City, Mthatha (South Africa) arriving at 2/2/2026 12:50:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $26 per person are available. Travel duration is 11h 15m
Intercape	12h 25m	2:30 AM	Knysna	Bus Stop	2:55 PM	Mthatha	Station	Economy	$27	A Bus from Intercape goes from Bus Stop, Knysna (South Africa) at 2/2/2026 2:30:00 AM to Station, Mthatha (South Africa) arriving at 2/2/2026 2:55:00 PM. 50 Economy ticket for $27 per person are available. Travel duration is 12h 25m

Best Price Offer: The price for the cheapest bus from Knysna to Mthatha is $21 on 1/31/2026. Flexible travelers save on ticket prices.

Frequency of bus connections between Knysna and Mthatha

See here how frequent the connections between Knysna and Mthatha are, during different times and days of the week.

Saturday is the busiest day, with more than 24 daily buses from Knysna to Mthatha. Wednesday has instead the fewest connections, with only 8 daily coaches between Knysna and Mthatha.

The busiest time of the day is the Night, with 32 buses from Knysna to Mthatha, while Evening sees the fewest connections between Knysna and Mthatha, with 4 offers.

Facts about the bus from Knysna to Mthatha

Compare all providers like Intercape, Eagle Liner and Intercity Xpress that travel 15 times every day by bus from Knysna to Mthatha in one click! Book your bus ticket from Knysna to Mthatha starting from $21!

Cheapest Bus	$21
Fastest Bus	10h 55m
Earliest Bus	1:55 AM
Latest Bus	3:55 PM
Daily Bus Routes	15 Ø
Distance	373.6 miles
Bus Companies	Intercape, Eagle Liner, Intercity Xpress, Big Sky Intercity and APM

Cheapest bus connections from Knysna to Mthatha

Every day, 15 buses from 5 bus companies leave Knysna for Mthatha: in the table below, you will find the cheapest prices for a bus ticket for this route, starting from 01/27/2026 and for the following days.

Sunday

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday

Saturday

Sunday 01/25

Monday 01/26

Tuesday 01/27

Wednesday 01/28

$33

Thursday 01/29

$30

Friday 01/30

Saturday 01/31

$21

Sunday 02/01

Monday 02/02

$27

Tuesday 02/03

$27

Wednesday 02/04

Thursday 02/05

Friday 02/06

Saturday 02/07

Sunday 02/08

Monday 02/09

Tuesday 02/10

Wednesday 02/11

Thursday 02/12

Friday 02/13

Saturday 02/14

Sunday 02/15

Monday 02/16

Tuesday 02/17

Wednesday 02/18

Thursday 02/19

Friday 02/20

Saturday 02/21

The cheapest time to travel from Knysna to Mthatha

See here on which day and which time of the day you can find the cheapest bus ticket from Knysna to Mthatha, for the next 30 days.

With a price starting from $21, Saturday is the cheapest day for a bus from Knysna to Mthatha. Wednesday instead is the most expensive day with prices starting from $33.

Evening is the cheapest day time for bus tickets from Knysna to Mthatha, with $21. Afternoon is the most expensive time of the day with prices starting from $30.

How to save money travelling from Knysna to Mthatha

Travel can be expensive, but it doesn't need to be! Do you want to avoid paying a terrible price for your trip? Then follow these quick steps to save money:

Book the ticket from Knysna to Mthatha in advance! The earlier you book, the cheaper usually the price is. Also, you will be sure to have a place on the bus from Knysna to Mthatha, compared instead if you buy it at the last moment, or directly at the station.

If you can, avoid travelling at peak times. Instead of weekend, try travelling during the week. Travelling in the evening or at night it’s also cheaper, and later buses from Knysna to Mthatha are also emptier.

Beloved bus companies from Knysna to Mthatha

These are the most booked bus companies between Knysna to Mthatha from our users.

Intercape from Knysna to Mthatha

Here you will find the key facts about the Intercape bus route Knysna to Mthatha:

Cheapest Price	$27
Fastest Bus	11h 45m
Earliest Bus	1:55 AM
Last Bus	3:55 PM
Daily Connections	11 Ø
Found on	1/25/2026

APM from Knysna to Mthatha

Here you will find the key facts about the APM bus route Knysna to Mthatha:

Cheapest Price	$21
Fastest Bus	10h 55m
Earliest Bus	7:10 PM
Last Bus	11:35 PM
Daily Connections	4 Ø
Found on	1/23/2026

All bus stations and stops in Knysna and Mthatha

In the map below, you can see where to find all bus stations in Knysna and Mthatha.

Bus Stop

Waterfront Drive 15

Toyota

Main Rd 9

Shell Ultra City

Nelson Mandela Drive N2

Station

Nelson Mandela Drive 33

Chatam St. & Sutherland St.

Tembuland Gas Station

Momelezi Road 3

Service and Comfort on the bus from Knysna to Mthatha

Want to know which seat classes are available on the buses from Knysna to Mthatha? Or which bus companies serve the route Knysna to Mthatha? Below you will find answers to your questions.

FAQs about the Knysna to Mthatha bus

How much does a Knysna Mthatha bus trip cost?

This depends on, among other things, the day and time of travel. The cheapest trip is available from $21 and takes 12h 50m to reach Mthatha. Compare offers to save money!

How much could I save by comparing buses from Knysna to Mthatha?

This route is offered by 5 companies with a range of ticket prices between $21 and $42. Thus, we recommend booking your ticket as early as possible to make sure you get the cheapest bus ticket to Mthatha.

On average, how many connections are available from Knysna to Mthatha each day?

Every day, the Knysna to Mthatha bus route is served by approximately 15 connections. With our search, you can compare bus times to find the perfect trip.

How long does a bus journey from Knysna to Mthatha take?

The fastest bus from Knysna to Mthatha is offered by APM and takes 10h 55m. Bus tickets for this connection cost $27. In this context, bear in mind that the journey can take longer due to traffic.

What time is the first bus from Knysna to Mthatha?

The earliest bus arriving in Mthatha from Knysna starts at 1:55 AM. However, information regarding departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. Simply use our search to find exact times for your planned travel date.

What time is the last bus from Knysna to Mthatha?

The latest bus trip departing from Knysna for Mthatha starts at 3:55 PM. Please note that departure times may differ on weekends and holidays. So just use our search to find the exact times for your planned travel date.

Which bus companies operate the Knysna Mthatha route?

When traveling by bus from Knysna to Mthatha, passengers can travel with Intercape, Eagle Liner and Intercity Xpress. With our search, you can compare all available bus tickets to book the one that works for you.

Is there a direct bus between Knysna and Mthatha?

You can check all the direct connections between Knysna and Mthatha by using our search and looking at the Changes section in our filters. These are some of the companies which offer a direct bus: Intercape, Eagle Liner and Intercity Xpress.

What can I take with me on the Knysna to Mthatha bus route?

Depending on which provider you travel with, what you're allowed to bring with you can vary. Generally, you can take a suitcase and hand luggage with you on the Knysna Mthatha bus route free of charge. Simply use our search to find a bus that is best suited to your needs for your planned travel date.

What equipment is available for the Knysna Mthatha bus route?

The equipment on board differs depending on the provider. However, many long-distance buses have WiFi so you can tell your friends your exact location during the journey. To make traveling even more pleasant, air conditioning systems provide ventilation. It is best to use our search to get precise information about the equipment of the bus from Knysna to Mthatha on your planned travel date.

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Available seat classes which are offered on the bus route Knysna to Mthatha

Basic

Name referring to the typical seat you will find with companies that don’t distinguish between different classes.

Economy

The cheapest option available for your ticket, it usually comes with reclinable seats and AC.

More bus routes to Knysna and to Mthatha

Here’s an overview of the most popular bus routes to Knysna and to Mthatha. Simply click on the connection of your choice, and you will find all the details about your bus route!