What is the best way to travel from Pretoria to Knysna?
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What is the cheapest way to reach Knysna from Pretoria?
You can reach Knysna with just £60 by taking a Bus from Intercape, but there are many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for you for the next few days here.
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Intercape19h 50m014:00PretoriaBosman Coach Station09:50KnysnaCoach Stop0BasicA Bus from Intercape goes from Bosman Coach Station, Pretoria (South Africa) at 15/12/2025 14:00:00 to Coach Stop, Knysna (South Africa) arriving at 16/12/2025 09:50:00. 50 Basic ticket for £69 per person are available. Travel duration is 19h 50m
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Intercape20h 20m013:45PretoriaBosman Coach Station10:05KnysnaCoach Stop0EconomyA Bus from Intercape goes from Bosman Coach Station, Pretoria (South Africa) at 15/12/2025 13:45:00 to Coach Stop, Knysna (South Africa) arriving at 16/12/2025 10:05:00. 50 Economy ticket for £73 per person are available. Travel duration is 20h 20m
Cheapest Buses Monday
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Intercape20h 20m013:45PretoriaBosman Coach Station10:05KnysnaCoach Stop0EconomyA Bus from Intercape goes from Bosman Coach Station, Pretoria (South Africa) at 18/12/2025 13:45:00 to Coach Stop, Knysna (South Africa) arriving at 19/12/2025 10:05:00. 50 Economy ticket for £60 per person are available. Travel duration is 20h 20m
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Intercape19h 50m014:00PretoriaBosman Coach Station09:50KnysnaCoach Stop0EconomyA Bus from Intercape goes from Bosman Coach Station, Pretoria (South Africa) at 18/12/2025 14:00:00 to Coach Stop, Knysna (South Africa) arriving at 19/12/2025 09:50:00. 50 Economy ticket for £60 per person are available. Travel duration is 19h 50m
Cheapest Buses Thursday
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Intercape20h 20m013:45PretoriaBosman Coach Station10:05KnysnaCoach Stop0EconomyA Bus from Intercape goes from Bosman Coach Station, Pretoria (South Africa) at 19/12/2025 13:45:00 to Coach Stop, Knysna (South Africa) arriving at 20/12/2025 10:05:00. 50 Economy ticket for £60 per person are available. Travel duration is 20h 20m
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Intercape19h 50m014:00PretoriaBosman Coach Station09:50KnysnaCoach Stop0EconomyA Bus from Intercape goes from Bosman Coach Station, Pretoria (South Africa) at 19/12/2025 14:00:00 to Coach Stop, Knysna (South Africa) arriving at 20/12/2025 09:50:00. 50 Economy ticket for £60 per person are available. Travel duration is 19h 50m
Cheapest Buses Friday
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Intercape20h 20m013:45PretoriaBosman Coach Station10:05KnysnaCoach Stop0EconomyA Bus from Intercape goes from Bosman Coach Station, Pretoria (South Africa) at 20/12/2025 13:45:00 to Coach Stop, Knysna (South Africa) arriving at 21/12/2025 10:05:00. 50 Economy ticket for £60 per person are available. Travel duration is 20h 20m
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Intercape19h 50m014:00PretoriaBosman Coach Station09:50KnysnaCoach Stop0EconomyA Bus from Intercape goes from Bosman Coach Station, Pretoria (South Africa) at 20/12/2025 14:00:00 to Coach Stop, Knysna (South Africa) arriving at 21/12/2025 09:50:00. 50 Economy ticket for £64 per person are available. Travel duration is 19h 50m
Cheapest Buses Saturday
What are the fastest trips from Pretoria to Knysna?
You can get to Knysna from Pretoria in just 19h 50m with a Bus from Intercape. But this is just one option, click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other available modes of transportations.
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Intercape19h 50m014:00PretoriaBosman Coach Station09:50KnysnaCoach Stop0BasicA Bus from Intercape goes from Bosman Coach Station, Pretoria (South Africa) at 15/12/2025 14:00:00 to Coach Stop, Knysna (South Africa) arriving at 16/12/2025 09:50:00. 50 Basic ticket for £69 per person are available. Travel duration is 19h 50m
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Intercape20h 20m013:45PretoriaBosman Coach Station10:05KnysnaCoach Stop0EconomyA Bus from Intercape goes from Bosman Coach Station, Pretoria (South Africa) at 15/12/2025 13:45:00 to Coach Stop, Knysna (South Africa) arriving at 16/12/2025 10:05:00. 50 Economy ticket for £73 per person are available. Travel duration is 20h 20m
Fastest Buses Monday
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Intercape19h 50m014:00PretoriaBosman Coach Station09:50KnysnaCoach Stop0EconomyA Bus from Intercape goes from Bosman Coach Station, Pretoria (South Africa) at 18/12/2025 14:00:00 to Coach Stop, Knysna (South Africa) arriving at 19/12/2025 09:50:00. 50 Economy ticket for £60 per person are available. Travel duration is 19h 50m
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Intercape20h 20m013:45PretoriaBosman Coach Station10:05KnysnaCoach Stop0EconomyA Bus from Intercape goes from Bosman Coach Station, Pretoria (South Africa) at 18/12/2025 13:45:00 to Coach Stop, Knysna (South Africa) arriving at 19/12/2025 10:05:00. 50 Economy ticket for £60 per person are available. Travel duration is 20h 20m
Fastest Buses Thursday
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Intercape19h 50m014:00PretoriaBosman Coach Station09:50KnysnaCoach Stop0EconomyA Bus from Intercape goes from Bosman Coach Station, Pretoria (South Africa) at 19/12/2025 14:00:00 to Coach Stop, Knysna (South Africa) arriving at 20/12/2025 09:50:00. 50 Economy ticket for £60 per person are available. Travel duration is 19h 50m
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Intercape20h 20m013:45PretoriaBosman Coach Station10:05KnysnaCoach Stop0EconomyA Bus from Intercape goes from Bosman Coach Station, Pretoria (South Africa) at 19/12/2025 13:45:00 to Coach Stop, Knysna (South Africa) arriving at 20/12/2025 10:05:00. 50 Economy ticket for £60 per person are available. Travel duration is 20h 20m
Fastest Buses Friday
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Intercape19h 50m014:00PretoriaBosman Coach Station09:50KnysnaCoach Stop0EconomyA Bus from Intercape goes from Bosman Coach Station, Pretoria (South Africa) at 20/12/2025 14:00:00 to Coach Stop, Knysna (South Africa) arriving at 21/12/2025 09:50:00. 50 Economy ticket for £64 per person are available. Travel duration is 19h 50m
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Intercape20h 20m013:45PretoriaBosman Coach Station10:05KnysnaCoach Stop0EconomyA Bus from Intercape goes from Bosman Coach Station, Pretoria (South Africa) at 20/12/2025 13:45:00 to Coach Stop, Knysna (South Africa) arriving at 21/12/2025 10:05:00. 50 Economy ticket for £60 per person are available. Travel duration is 20h 20m
Fastest Buses Saturday
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a
Bus from Pretoria to Knysna
What are the most popular stations in Pretoria and Knysna?
In Pretoria, you will usually depart from Bosman Coach Station, Bosman Station Coach Terminus or Saulsville, while in Knysna you will be arriving at Coach Stop or Toyota, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.
How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience
Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to Knysna from Pretoria? With 3 connections between 1 Bus operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.
Look for the lowest price
Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Pretoria and Knysna, you can pay as low as £60 with a Bus from Intercape.Travel duration
Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Bus from Intercape: you will get to Knysna in just 19h 50m.Comfort makes all the difference
You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Pretoria and Knysna are Intercape, but be sure to check what they have to offer!Save money with deals, and always compare
One last tip? Even if you live in Pretoria and Knysna is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Wonderboom National Airport or to Sedgefield, and look at flights from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport, and landing at . Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!Which companies offer a trip from Pretoria to Knysna?
The most popular companies between Pretoria and Knysna, are Intercape. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.
Bus companies: Intercape
All you need to know when you travel from Pretoria to Knysna
Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Pretoria to Knysna. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.
FAQs about the trip from Pretoria to Knysna
How can I reach Knysna from Pretoria?
Every day, there are on average 3 connections between Bus, with which you can get to Knysna from Pretoria.
How far is Knysna from Pretoria?
The distance between Pretoria and Knysna is 1,046.3 km.
What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Pretoria and Knysna?
Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance.
On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 28 kgs of CO2, a train 37 kgs, a car 178 kgs, and a flight 257 kgs.
What is the cheapest mode of transport from Pretoria to Knysna?
You can get to Knysna with just £60 by taking a Bus from Intercape.
What is the fastest way to get from Pretoria to Knysna?
While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to Knysna in just 19h 50m with a Bus from Intercape.
More routes to Pretoria and to Knysna
Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Pretoria and to Knysna. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!

