How much is the bus ticket from Butterworth to Aliwal North?

The cheapest bus tickets from Butterworth to Aliwal North start at R 371. The average price for this route is around R 546. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Butterworth to Aliwal North?

The average bus journey time from Butterworth to Aliwal North is 5h 10m, covering a distance of 228 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 4h 30m and is operated by Greyhound South Africa .

Which bus companies service the Butterworth to Aliwal North route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day, including services from Intercape , Eagle Liner , APM WC , Greyhound South Africa .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Butterworth to Aliwal North?

The earliest bus departs from Butterworth to Aliwal North at 14:30. And the latest bus departs at 16:45.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Butterworth to Aliwal North?

A bus trip from Butterworth to Aliwal North produces an estimated 6 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

What is the best bus company from Butterworth to Aliwal North?

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 Aliwal North?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Greyhound South Africa has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.3.

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Butterworth to Aliwal North?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Intercape , with a punctuality rating of 3.1 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Butterworth to Aliwal North?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Intercape , with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Bus Butterworth to Aliwal North from R 337 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Butterworth to Aliwal North on 22 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	14:35	War Memorial	7h 40m	22:15	Aliwal North - Engen Garage, 103 Somerset Str, Aliwal North	No tags
Bus	14:35	War Memorial	7h 40m	22:15	Aliwal North - Engen Garage, 103 Somerset Str, Aliwal North	No tags
Bus	14:30	Butterworth - Ellerine Store, 14 High Street, Butterworth	5h 40m	20:10	Aliwal North - Shell Garage Oranje, Barkly St, Aliwal North, 9750	No tags
Bus	15:05	Butterworth - Ellerines, High Street	5h 15m	20:20	Aliwal North - Shell Garage, Oranje Dienssentrum (N6)	No tags
Bus	16:15	Butterworth - Ellerines, High Street	5h 10m	21:25	Aliwal North - Shell Garage, Oranje Dienssentrum (N6)	No tags

Get from Butterworth to Aliwal North

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 5 hours 10 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 371, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

4bus per day

5h 10mAverage duration

228 kmDistance

6kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Butterworth and Aliwal North?

Stops in Butterworth

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Butterworth - Ellerines, High Street
Ellerines, High Street, Butterworth, 4960, South Africa
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Stops in Aliwal North

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Aliwal North - Shell Garage, Oranje Dienssentrum (N6)
Shell Garage, Oranje Dienssentrum (N6), Aliwal North, 9750, South Africa
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Compare bus companies

Intercape

3.5/544 762 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi1.2

Based on 44762 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 Wi-Fi. Intercape ticket prices on this trip start at R 412

Intercape Budgetliner Butterworth Aliwal North recent customer reviews

I enjoyed

Nqobile N.

6 April 2025

The bus heater wasn’t working,my journey was horrible

Mbongeni D.

31 May 2023

Eagle Liner

3/510 642 reviews

Staff3.7

Timeliness2.4

Cleanliness3.6

WiFi0.8

APM WC

2/52 876 reviews

Staff2.7

Timeliness1.1

Cleanliness2.8

WiFi0.5

Greyhound South Africa

3/59 251 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness4

WiFi1.3

ZA Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

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

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from Butterworth to Aliwal North?
The cheapest bus tickets from Butterworth to Aliwal North start at R 371. The average price for this route is around R 546. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Butterworth to Aliwal North?
The average bus journey time from Butterworth to Aliwal North is 5h 10m, covering a distance of 228 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 4h 30m and is operated by Greyhound South Africa.
Which bus companies service the Butterworth to Aliwal North route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, Eagle Liner, APM WC, Greyhound South Africa.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Butterworth to Aliwal North?
The earliest bus departs from Butterworth to Aliwal North at 14:30. And the latest bus departs at 16:45.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Butterworth to Aliwal North?
A bus trip from Butterworth to Aliwal North produces an estimated 6 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Butterworth to Aliwal North?
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 Aliwal North?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Greyhound South Africa has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.3.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Butterworth to Aliwal North?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Intercape, with a punctuality rating of 3.1 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Butterworth to Aliwal North?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Intercape, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.