What's the distance between Butterworth and Midrand by coach?

The journey from Butterworth to Midrand by coach covers an approximate distance of 438 miles (706 km).

How can I travel from Butterworth to Midrand avoiding air travel?

To travel from Butterworth to Midrand without flying, you can take the coaches. The coach provides a comfortable and sustainable journey and allows you to enjoy the sights while reaching your destination. You might also find carpooling options to travel between the two cities.

Bus Butterworth to Midrand from £18 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Butterworth to Midrand on 18 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	14:30	Butterworth, Market Square	15h 30m	06:00	Midrand (Big Bird Total)	Cheapest
Bus	15:05	Butterworth	15h	06:05	Engen Big Bird One Stop (N1)	Fastest
Bus	15:05	Butterworth	15h	06:05	Engen Big Bird One Stop (N1)	No tags
Bus	16:30	Butterworth - High Street, Opposite Ellerines	16h 15m	08:45	Midrand - Bigbird Petroport, N1 North/South, New Road Offramp, Midrand	No tags
Bus	15:05	Butterworth	15h	06:05	Engen Big Bird One Stop (N1)	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: 11/11/2025 SAST.

Get from Butterworth to Midrand

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 16 hours, and with fares starting at just £19, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4bus per day

16hAverage duration

438 milesDistance

18kgCO₂ emissions

Compare bus companies

Intercape

3.5/543,843 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.2

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi1.2

Users have shared positive experiences, highlighting the caring nature of the drivers and their excellent driving skills. Additionally, passengers found seating to be comfortable during their journey. However, there was a mention that some travelers experienced discomfort due to excessive heat on board.

Intercape Budgetliner Butterworth Midrand recent customer reviews

Best experience ever, they come a bit late because of traffic but otherwise they respect and dedication to the work made the trip to be the best bus no ICG8112 GP

Xolani L.

19 January 2025

The 1st trip was horrible on a budget liner where we were being suffocated with a heater ,the second one was 2 hours late and the drivers intentio

Tandokazi P.

28 October 2024

I enjoyed the trip, drivers were very caring adn they drive so well.

Nolizwi M.

7 October 2024

Eagle Liner

3/510,254 reviews

Staff3.7

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness3.6

WiFi0.8

According to customer reviews, there have been consistent complaints about the bus being late in Butterworth and the chaotic process of switching buses in Queenstown. Additionally, some customers mentioned that the drivers were speeding and constantly beeping during the journey. Another common issue reported was a lack of order and assistance when changing buses. Furthermore, there were negative comments regarding rude drivers and old buses.

Eagle Liner Butterworth Midrand recent customer reviews

The changing of the bus with no order and no assistance was one of the downfalls about my trip

Mondli Reubin N.

16 July 2023

The bus was late in Butterworth. The switching of busses in Queenstown is a nightmare. Between Butterworth and Queenstown the bus was constantly beeping because the driver was speeding.

Sandile N.

25 June 2023

Very very bad i will never evr book it again, drivefs a rude and the buses are old

Siyasanga T.

19 January 2022

Citiliner

3.5/51,904 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.6

Cleanliness4.5

WiFi2.5

Greyhound South Africa

3/59,126 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness4

WiFi1.3

Big Sky

3.5/53,002 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.3

Cleanliness4.2

WiFi1.5

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Where are the popular stops in Butterworth and Midrand?

Stops in Butterworth

A - Butterworth - Ellerines, High Street

Stops in Midrand

A - Engen Big Bird N1

B - Midrand - Shell Ultra

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Butterworth, ZA to Midrand

What's the distance between Butterworth and Midrand by coach?
The journey from Butterworth to Midrand by coach covers an approximate distance of 438 miles (706 km).
How can I travel from Butterworth to Midrand avoiding air travel?
To travel from Butterworth to Midrand without flying, you can take the coaches. The coach provides a comfortable and sustainable journey and allows you to enjoy the sights while reaching your destination. You might also find carpooling options to travel between the two cities.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

16/11

£24

17/11

£19

Today

£19

19/11

£20

20/11

£18

21/11

£20

22/11

£20

23/11

£25

The cheapest trip from Butterworth, ZA to Midrand was searched and found on 20 Nov 2025 with a price of £18

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

You can expect to pay from £18 to £40 for a bus ticket from Butterworth, ZA to Midrand based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £18, which is on 2025-11-20.

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.