Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Butterworth | The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | Butterworth - High Street, Opposite Ellerines | The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Butterworth | The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Butterworth | The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Butterworth, Market Square | Frontier Country Hotel (Opposite Cathedral) | No tags |
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Get from Butterworth to Grahamstown
The journey takes about 4 hours 35 minutes, and with fares starting at just $33, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Butterworth and Grahamstown?
Stops in Butterworth
- A
Butterworth - Ellerines, High Street
Ellerines, High Street, Butterworth, 4960, South Africa
Stops in Grahamstown
- A
The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street
The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street, Grahamstown, Makhanda, 6139, South Africa
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Butterworth, ZA to Grahamstown 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 Butterworth to Grahamstown?
The cheapest bus tickets from Butterworth to Grahamstown start from $33. The average price for this route is around $52. 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 Butterworth to Grahamstown?
The average bus travel time from Butterworth to Grahamstown is 4h 35m, covering a distance of 186 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 4h 5m and is operated by Intercape.
Which bus companies service the Butterworth to Grahamstown route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 8 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, Intercity Xpress, Eagle Liner, APM WC, Big Sky.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Butterworth to Grahamstown?
The earliest bus departs from Butterworth to Grahamstown at 12:55am. And the latest bus departs at 6:55pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Butterworth to Grahamstown?
A bus trip from Butterworth to Grahamstown generates an estimated 5 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 Butterworth to Grahamstown?
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 45776 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Butterworth to Grahamstown?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Big Sky has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.5.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Butterworth to Grahamstown?
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 Butterworth to Grahamstown?
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.
The cheapest trip from Butterworth, ZA to Grahamstown was searched and found on Mar 14, 2026 with a price of $30To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Butterworth, ZA to Grahamstown, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $30 to $46 for a bus ticket from Butterworth, ZA to Grahamstown based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $30 which is on 2026-03-14.
Usually APM WC 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.
