How much is the bus ticket from Port Elizabeth to Butterworth?

The cheapest bus tickets from Port Elizabeth to Butterworth start from $24. The average price for this route is around $45. 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 Port Elizabeth to Butterworth?

The average bus trip duration from Port Elizabeth to Butterworth is 6h, covering a distance of 184 miles (297 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 5h 15m and is operated by APM WC .

Which bus companies service the Port Elizabeth to Butterworth route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 16 buses available per day, including services from Intercape , Intercity Xpress , APM WC , Eagle Liner , Big Sky , Flexi City Connect .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Port Elizabeth to Butterworth?

The earliest bus departs from Port Elizabeth to Butterworth at 2:30am. And the latest bus departs at 7:55pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Port Elizabeth to Butterworth?

A bus trip from Port Elizabeth to Butterworth generates an estimated 7 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.

What is the best bus company from Port Elizabeth to Butterworth?

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 Port Elizabeth to Butterworth?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Big Sky has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.5.

Which bus company has the most timely service from Port Elizabeth to Butterworth?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 Port Elizabeth 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 4.2 out of 5 stars.

Bus Port Elizabeth to Butterworth from $21 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Port Elizabeth to Butterworth on December 23
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	5:30pm	Intercape Office, C/O Fleming and North Union Street (Central)	6h 20m	11:50pm	Butterworth	Cheapest
Bus	6:00pm	Intercape Office, 336 Cape Rd	5h 50m	11:50pm	Butterworth	Fastest
Bus	6:50am	Intercape Office, C/O Fleming and North Union Street (Central)	6h 10m	1:00pm	Butterworth	No tags
Bus	4:15pm	Port Elizabeth Railway Station	6h 40m	10:55pm	Butterworth, Market Square	No tags
Bus	6:50am	Intercape Office, C/O Fleming and North Union Street (Central)	6h 10m	1:00pm	Butterworth	No tags

Next departures for Port Elizabeth to Butterworth on December 24
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	5:35am	Railway Station	5h 55m	11:30am	Butterworth - High Street, Opposite Ellerines	Cheapest
Bus	2:45am	Port Elizabeth Train Station, Strand Street	5h 15m	8:00am	Butterworth - High Street, Opposite Ellerines	Fastest
Bus	6:50am	Intercape Office, C/O Fleming and North Union Street (Central)	6h 10m	1:00pm	Butterworth	No tags
Bus	5:30am	Port Elizabeth Railway Station	5h 40m	11:10am	Butterworth, Market Square	No tags
Bus	6:00am	Port Elizabeth Railway Station	5h 55m	11:55am	Butterworth, Market Square	No tags

Next departures for Port Elizabeth to Butterworth on December 25
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	5:30pm	Intercape Office, C/O Fleming and North Union Street (Central)	6h 20m	11:50pm	Butterworth	Cheapest
Bus	2:45am	Port Elizabeth Train Station, Strand Street	5h 15m	8:00am	Butterworth - High Street, Opposite Ellerines	Fastest
Bus	6:50am	Intercape Office, C/O Fleming and North Union Street (Central)	6h 10m	1:00pm	Butterworth	No tags
Bus	5:30am	Port Elizabeth Railway Station	5h 40m	11:10am	Butterworth, Market Square	No tags
Bus	6:00am	Port Elizabeth Railway Station	5h 55m	11:55am	Butterworth, Market Square	No tags

Next departures for Port Elizabeth to Butterworth on December 26
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	5:30pm	Intercape Office, C/O Fleming and North Union Street (Central)	6h 20m	11:50pm	Butterworth	Cheapest
Bus	2:45am	Port Elizabeth Train Station, Strand Street	5h 15m	8:00am	Butterworth - High Street, Opposite Ellerines	Fastest
Bus	6:50am	Intercape Office, C/O Fleming and North Union Street (Central)	6h 10m	1:00pm	Butterworth	No tags
Bus	4:15pm	Port Elizabeth Railway Station	6h 40m	10:55pm	Butterworth, Market Square	No tags
Bus	7:25pm	Port Elizabeth Train Station, Strand Street	6h 20m	1:45am	Butterworth	No tags

Next departures for Port Elizabeth to Butterworth on December 27
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	6:50am	Intercape Office, C/O Fleming and North Union Street (Central)	6h 10m	1:00pm	Butterworth	Cheapest
Bus	2:45am	Port Elizabeth Train Station, Strand Street	5h 15m	8:00am	Butterworth - High Street, Opposite Ellerines	Fastest
Bus	6:50am	Intercape Office, C/O Fleming and North Union Street (Central)	6h 10m	1:00pm	Butterworth	No tags
Bus	5:30am	Port Elizabeth Railway Station	5h 40m	11:10am	Butterworth, Market Square	No tags
Bus	6:00am	Port Elizabeth Railway Station	5h 55m	11:55am	Butterworth, Market Square	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 4:25 PM SAST.

Get from Port Elizabeth to Butterworth

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 6 hours and with fares starting at just $24, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

16bus per day

6hAverage Duration

184 milesDistance

7kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Port Elizabeth and Butterworth?

Stops in Port Elizabeth

A
Intercape Office, C/O Fleming and North Union Street (Central)
Intercape Office, N Union St, Port Elizabeth Central, Port Elizabeth, 6001, South Africa
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B
Railway Station
Railway Station, Cnr Harbor Road and Strand St, Port Elizabeth
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C
Newton Park - Eaglecity, 262 Cape Rd
262 Cape Rd, Port Elizabeth, 6001, South Africa
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D
CO/ Cape Rd & Penny St.
97 Westview Dr, Mill Park, Port Elizabeth, 6001, South Africa
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E
Greenacres - Intercape Depot
19 Nile Rd, Perridgevale, Port Elizabeth, 6001, South Africa
F
Port Elizabeth
Intercape office, Link Rd, Perridgevale, Port Elizabeth, 6001, South Africa

Stops in Butterworth

A
Butterworth - Ellerines, High Street
Ellerines, High Street, Butterworth, 4960, South Africa
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Compare bus companies

Intercape

3.5/544,804 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi1.2

Users have shared positive experiences with the bus service, highlighting that staff provided excellent support throughout their journey. Additionally, passengers appreciated the driver's kindness and found the bus to be cozy and comfortable.

Intercape Mainliner Port Elizabeth Butterworth recent customer reviews

Delayed by 2 hours and no one to redress staff continuing as if everything was normal

Nomzi N.

May 2, 2025

The bus’s air conditioner did not work, one of the driver was very very rude and was nonchalant about the passenger’s complaints. The whole experience was terrible and very unpleasant.

Lisakanya N.

November 24, 2024

After taking leave to rush home for a funeral , I was 8 hours late and I’m still on the road with no feedback during the day or an automated message that acknowledges the inconvenience

Lwandisa L.

October 4, 2024

Intercity Xpress

3/511,468 reviews

Staff4

Timeliness2.6

Cleanliness3.8

Wifi1.1

Intercity Xpress is a long-distance bus company operating in South Africa. The company established itself as an affordable intercity bus operator, offering services between cities all over the country. Their coaches are equipped with standard seats and they have a generous luggage policy of up to 25 kg. Although they make an effort to respect their timetables, travelers report that delays are expected for Intercity Xpress, so it's good to be flexible with your schedule if you're traveling with them. Their cancellation policy is also flexible, as you can cancel your ticket up to 6 hours before travel time and get a refund of 80% of your ticket value.

APM WC

2/52,885 reviews

Staff2.7

Timeliness1.1

Cleanliness2.8

Wifi0.5

Eagle Liner

3/510,661 reviews

Staff3.7

Timeliness2.4

Cleanliness3.6

Wifi0.8

Eagleliner bus company connects South Africa’s largest cities and beach resorts. They are known for having the most affordable fares in the country, so if the price is your main concern, this might the bus company for you. Their buses are equipped with standard features, like reclining seats, air conditioning and bathrooms. You can travel with up to 25kg of luggage, which is more than enough for most travelers. If your travel plans change, you can reschedule your ticket by paying a 20% fee, up to 6 hours before travel time.

Eagle Liner Port Elizabeth Butterworth recent customer reviews

Bus was an hour late , No apologies from drivers.

Sonwabo N.

July 31, 2023

Big Sky

3.5/53,229 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.3

Cleanliness4.2

Wifi1.5

Users have shared positive feedback about their travel experience, highlighting the cleanliness and spaciousness of the bus. Additionally, they appreciate that drivers are exceptional in ensuring safety during trips. However, there is a consistent mention of buses being over an hour late on multiple occasions.

Big Sky Port Elizabeth Butterworth recent customer reviews

The bus was clean and spacious but it was over an hour late always is. The drivers are exceptional in ensuring safety

Esona M.

December 30, 2024

Everything was perfectly fine I enjoyed my trip

Gugu Z.

October 9, 2024

Flexi City Connect

2.5/5109 reviews

Staff3.6

Timeliness1.5

Cleanliness3.4

Wifi1.2

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

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Port Elizabeth 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 Port Elizabeth to Butterworth?
The cheapest bus tickets from Port Elizabeth to Butterworth start from $24. The average price for this route is around $45. 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 Port Elizabeth to Butterworth?
The average bus trip duration from Port Elizabeth to Butterworth is 6h, covering a distance of 184 miles (297 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 5h 15m and is operated by APM WC.
Which bus companies service the Port Elizabeth to Butterworth route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 16 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, Intercity Xpress, APM WC, Eagle Liner, Big Sky, Flexi City Connect.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Port Elizabeth to Butterworth?
The earliest bus departs from Port Elizabeth to Butterworth at 2:30am. And the latest bus departs at 7:55pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Port Elizabeth to Butterworth?
A bus trip from Port Elizabeth to Butterworth generates an estimated 7 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Port Elizabeth to Butterworth?
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 Port Elizabeth to Butterworth?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Big Sky has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.5.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Port Elizabeth to Butterworth?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 Port Elizabeth 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 4.2 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

12/21

$35

12/22

$75

Today

$42

12/24

$47

12/25

$35

12/26

$38

12/27

$34

12/28

$31

The cheapest trip from Port Elizabeth to Butterworth, ZA was searched and found on Dec 28, 2025 with a price of $31

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

You can expect to pay from $31 to $116 for a bus ticket from Port Elizabeth to Butterworth, ZA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $31 which is on 2025-12-28.