The bus service is appreciated for being punctual and providing comfortable seats with convenient charging points. However, some users have reported issues such as broken seats at the back and non-functional charging ports. Additionally, there were concerns about pest control due to sightings of cockroaches on board.
The whole experience was bad I left Pta at 4:30 on the 06th of March 2025. I arrived at Butterworth th following day at 13:00 on the ticket I was told the bus will arrive at 09:30. The importance of time is not a priority.
2 out of 5 stars
Unathi M.
Unfortunately I did not enjoy anything, the bus had an issue with wipers as they were not working therefore had to wait for 4 hours for the mechanic. The bus got stuck again so much that the bus departed at Pretoria station at 16:30 and was due to arrive in Butterworth at 09:30. The time now is 13:28 and still in Mthatha. This was a horrible experience and a nightmare to say the least.
1 out of 5 stars
Tembile M.
The bus was always on time , comfortable and having charging points which is very convenient for travelling.
Customers express dissatisfaction with the service, specifically mentioning delays and late arrivals. These issues seem to be consistent across multiple reviews. Additionally, one review mentions poor bus maintenance as a possible factor for the negative experience.
Based on 3080 reviews, the company was rated 2.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the power outlets but often complained with the WiFi. APM WC ticket prices on this trip start at $43
Based on 9388 reviews, the company was rated 3.1 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the WiFi. Greyhound South Africa ticket prices on this trip start at $41
Citiliner Plus Pretoria Butterworth recent customer reviews
What I loved about their services is their time management, everything was on time and there no delays along the way. What I didn't like is that the charging ports were all not working in the bus
Based on 3398 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 WiFi. Big Sky ticket prices on this trip start at $49
Big Sky Pretoria Butterworth recent customer reviews
The sits are too close and uncomfortable to sit on after some time
Based on 2104 reviews, the company was rated 3.6 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the seats but often complained with the WiFi. Citiliner ticket prices on this trip start at $50
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Pretoria to Butterworth, ZA 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 Pretoria to Butterworth?
The cheapest bus tickets from Pretoria to Butterworth start from $39. The average price for this route is around $60. 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 Pretoria to Butterworth?
The average bus travel time from Pretoria to Butterworth is 16h 5m, covering a distance of 732 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 13h 30m and is operated by APM WC.
Which bus companies service the Pretoria to Butterworth route?
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Pretoria to Butterworth?
The earliest bus departs from Pretoria to Butterworth at 3:20pm. And the latest bus departs at 7:00pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Pretoria to Butterworth?
A bus trip from Pretoria to Butterworth generates an estimated 18 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 Pretoria to Butterworth?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Citiliner, with an average rating of 3.6 out of 5 stars based on 2103 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Pretoria to Butterworth?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Citiliner has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.6.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Pretoria to Butterworth?
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 Pretoria to Butterworth?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Big Sky, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.
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The cheapest trip from Pretoria to Butterworth, ZA was searched and found on Jan 20, 2026 with a price of $36
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You can expect to pay from $36 to $60 for a bus ticket from Pretoria to Butterworth, ZA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $36 which is on 2026-01-20.
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The cheapest trip from Pretoria to Butterworth, ZA was searched and found on Jan 20, 2026 with a price of $36
