Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Intercape Office, Park Road (Tourist Centre) | Butterworth | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Intercape Office, Park Road (Tourist Centre) | Butterworth | Fastest | ||||
 | Bus | Intercape Office, Park Road (Tourist Centre) | Butterworth | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Bloemfontein Tourist Centre | Butterworth, Market Square | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Intercape Office, Park Road (Tourist Centre) | Butterworth | No tags |
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Get from Bloemfontein to Butterworth
The journey takes about 7 hours 15 minutes, and with fares starting at just $40, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Bloemfontein and Butterworth?
Stops in Bloemfontein
- A
Bloemfontein Tourist Centre
60 Park Rd, Willows, Tourist Centre, Park Road (next to Municipal Swimming Pool) - B
Engen Mangaung
n8 Kruger Ave, Estoire, Bloemfontein, 9300, South Africa - C
Engen Bloemfontein 1 Stop South
N1 South, Groenvlei, Bloemfontein, 9301, South Africa
Stops in Butterworth
- A
Butterworth - Ellerines, High Street
Ellerines, High Street, Butterworth, 4960, South Africa
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Bloemfontein 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 Bloemfontein to Butterworth?
The cheapest bus tickets from Bloemfontein to Butterworth start from $40. The average price for this route is around $65. 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 Bloemfontein to Butterworth?
The average bus travel time from Bloemfontein to Butterworth is 7h 15m, covering a distance of 403 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 6h 20m and is operated by APM WC.
Which bus companies service the Bloemfontein to Butterworth 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 are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Bloemfontein to Butterworth?
The earliest bus departs from Bloemfontein to Butterworth at 1:00am. And the latest bus departs at 11:40pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Bloemfontein to Butterworth?
A bus trip from Bloemfontein to Butterworth generates an estimated 10 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 Bloemfontein 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 44695 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Bloemfontein to Butterworth?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Greyhound South Africa has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.3.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Bloemfontein to Butterworth?
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 Bloemfontein to Butterworth?
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.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Bloemfontein to Butterworth, ZA was searched and found on Jan 2, 2026 with a price of $35To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Bloemfontein to Butterworth, ZA, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $35 to $99 for a bus ticket from Bloemfontein to Butterworth, ZA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $35 which is on 2026-01-04.
Usually Eagle Liner 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.
