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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Butterworth, Market Square | Plettenberg Bay - Shell Ultra City, Marine Way, Plettenberg Bay, 6600 | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | Butterworth - High Street, Opposite Ellerines | Shell Ultra City @ Steers | Fastest | ||||
 | Bus | Butterworth | Plettenberg Bay - Shell Ultra City, Marine Way (Steers) | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Butterworth | Plettenberg Bay - Shell Ultra City, Marine Way (Steers) | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Butterworth, Market Square | Plettenberg Bay - Shell Ultra City, Marine Way, Plettenberg Bay, 6600 | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Last Saturday at 4:41 AM SAST.
Get from Butterworth to Plettenberg Bay
The journey takes about 9 hours 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just $31, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Butterworth and Plettenberg Bay?
Stops in Butterworth
- A
Butterworth - Ellerines, High Street
Ellerines, High Street, Butterworth, 4960, South Africa
Stops in Plettenberg Bay
- A
Plettenberg Bay
Shell Ultra, Cnr N2 and Marine Way, Plettenberg Bay
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Butterworth, ZA to Plettenberg Bay by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Butterworth to Plettenberg Bay?
The cheapest bus tickets from Butterworth to Plettenberg Bay start from $31. The average price for this route is around $67. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Butterworth to Plettenberg Bay?
The average bus travel time from Butterworth to Plettenberg Bay is 9h 40m, covering a distance of 485 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 8h 30m and is operated by APM WC.
Which bus companies service the Butterworth to Plettenberg Bay route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 7 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, APM WC, Eagle Liner, Intercity Xpress, Big Sky.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Butterworth to Plettenberg Bay?
The earliest bus departs from Butterworth to Plettenberg Bay at 12:55am. And the latest bus departs at 5:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Butterworth to Plettenberg Bay?
A bus trip from Butterworth to Plettenberg Bay generates an estimated 12 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Butterworth to Plettenberg Bay?
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 44567 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Butterworth to Plettenberg Bay?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Big Sky has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.5.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Butterworth to Plettenberg Bay?
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 Butterworth to Plettenberg Bay?
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.
The cheapest trip from Butterworth, ZA to Plettenberg Bay was searched and found on Dec 28, 2025 with a price of $50To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Butterworth, ZA to Plettenberg Bay, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $50 to $115 for a bus ticket from Butterworth, ZA to Plettenberg Bay based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $50 which is on 2025-12-31.
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.
