How much does a bus ticket from Butterworth to Port Elizabeth cost?

The bus ticket price from Butterworth to Port Elizabeth starts at R 367. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Butterworth to Port Elizabeth is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the bus ride from Butterworth to Port Elizabeth?

The average travel time between Butterworth and Port Elizabeth is around 6h 5m, although the fastest bus will take about 5h 5m. This is the time it takes to travel the 299 km that separates the two cities.

How many daily bus connections are there between Butterworth and Port Elizabeth?

The number of buses from Butterworth to Port Elizabeth can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 14 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Butterworth to Port Elizabeth by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

Which bus companies travel from Butterworth to Port Elizabeth?

When taking the bus from Butterworth to Port Elizabeth, you can travel comfortably and safely with Intercape, Intercity Xpress, APM WC.

Bus Butterworth to Port Elizabeth from R 319 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Butterworth to Port Elizabeth on 11 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	01:40	Butterworth, Market Square	5h 55m	07:35	Newton Park - Eaglecity, 262 Cape Rd	Cheapest
Bus	16:00	Butterworth - High Street, Opposite Ellerines	5h 5m	21:05	Port Elizabeth Train Station, Strand Street	Fastest
Bus	02:00	Butterworth	6h 5m	08:05	Intercape Office, C/O Fleming and North Union Street (Central)	No tags
Bus	15:25	Butterworth, Market Square	6h 20m	21:45	Newton Park - Eaglecity, 262 Cape Rd	No tags
Bus	16:00	Butterworth - High Street, Opposite Ellerines	5h 20m	21:20	Greenacres McDonald's (Crn Cape Rd & Penny St)	No tags
Bus	02:00	Butterworth	6h 5m	08:05	Intercape Office, C/O Fleming and North Union Street (Central)	No tags
Bus	01:40	Butterworth, Market Square	5h 30m	07:10	Port Elizabeth Railway Station	No tags
Bus	02:00	Butterworth	6h 5m	08:05	Intercape Office, C/O Fleming and North Union Street (Central)	No tags

Next departures from Butterworth to Port Elizabeth on 12 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	17:30	Butterworth	6h 35m	00:05	Intercape Office, 336 Cape Rd	Cheapest
Bus	16:00	Butterworth - High Street, Opposite Ellerines	5h 5m	21:05	Port Elizabeth Train Station, Strand Street	Fastest
Bus	00:55	Butterworth	6h 10m	07:05	Intercape Office, C/O Fleming and North Union Street (Central)	No tags
Bus	02:00	Butterworth	6h 5m	08:05	Intercape Office, C/O Fleming and North Union Street (Central)	No tags
Bus	01:40	Butterworth, Market Square	5h 55m	07:35	Newton Park - Eaglecity, 262 Cape Rd	No tags
Bus	16:00	Butterworth - High Street, Opposite Ellerines	5h 20m	21:20	Greenacres McDonald's (Crn Cape Rd & Penny St)	No tags
Bus	00:55	Butterworth	6h 10m	07:05	Intercape Office, C/O Fleming and North Union Street (Central)	No tags
Bus	02:00	Butterworth	6h 5m	08:05	Intercape Office, C/O Fleming and North Union Street (Central)	No tags

Next departures from Butterworth to Port Elizabeth on 13 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	00:55	Butterworth	6h 10m	07:05	Intercape Office, C/O Fleming and North Union Street (Central)	Cheapest
Bus	16:00	Butterworth - High Street, Opposite Ellerines	5h 5m	21:05	Port Elizabeth Train Station, Strand Street	Fastest
Bus	00:55	Butterworth	6h 10m	07:05	Intercape Office, C/O Fleming and North Union Street (Central)	No tags
Bus	02:00	Butterworth	6h 5m	08:05	Intercape Office, C/O Fleming and North Union Street (Central)	No tags
Bus	01:40	Butterworth, Market Square	5h 55m	07:35	Newton Park - Eaglecity, 262 Cape Rd	No tags
Bus	16:00	Butterworth - High Street, Opposite Ellerines	5h 20m	21:20	Greenacres McDonald's (Crn Cape Rd & Penny St)	No tags
Bus	00:55	Butterworth	6h 10m	07:05	Intercape Office, C/O Fleming and North Union Street (Central)	No tags
Bus	02:00	Butterworth	6h 5m	08:05	Intercape Office, C/O Fleming and North Union Street (Central)	No tags

Next departures from Butterworth to Port Elizabeth on 14 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	00:55	Butterworth	6h 10m	07:05	Intercape Office, C/O Fleming and North Union Street (Central)	Cheapest
Bus	16:00	Butterworth - High Street, Opposite Ellerines	5h 5m	21:05	Port Elizabeth Train Station, Strand Street	Fastest
Bus	00:55	Butterworth	6h 10m	07:05	Intercape Office, C/O Fleming and North Union Street (Central)	No tags
Bus	02:00	Butterworth	6h 5m	08:05	Intercape Office, C/O Fleming and North Union Street (Central)	No tags
Bus	01:40	Butterworth, Market Square	5h 55m	07:35	Newton Park - Eaglecity, 262 Cape Rd	No tags
Bus	16:00	Butterworth - High Street, Opposite Ellerines	5h 20m	21:20	Greenacres McDonald's (Crn Cape Rd & Penny St)	No tags
Bus	00:55	Butterworth	6h 10m	07:05	Intercape Office, C/O Fleming and North Union Street (Central)	No tags
Bus	02:00	Butterworth	6h 5m	08:05	Intercape Office, C/O Fleming and North Union Street (Central)	No tags

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Get from Butterworth to Port Elizabeth

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 6 hours 5 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 367, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

14bus per day

6h 5mAverage duration

297 kmDistance

7kgCO₂ emissions

Compare bus companies

Intercape

3.5/543 689 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.2

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi1.2

Users have mentioned that the driver was helpful and assisted passengers during their trip. However, there were concerns about the bus being very late, which caused inconvenience upon arrival due to a lack of waiting areas.

Intercape Mainliner Butterworth Port Elizabeth recent customer reviews

The toilet was very dirty .full of urine on the toilet floor plus the toilet. Also smelling. The helpers of the bus did not care for passengers to make sure it was cleaned in some stations when the bus stops. They aslo did not care about passengers and not with welcoming attitude. They dont announce when itstime to depart for the passengers as they are sleeping some almost went further with the bus to the other station. But thank you to intercap e bosses for the bus we defenately need your car ies but only just for cousin and be strict to your employee to care for passengers..

Lundi Lawrence Q.

12 June 2025

The bus was not the one I paid for, I was expecting to travel with mainliner Not Budgeliner which had no toilet nd I was with a kid just imagine!

Sixolise M.

27 April 2025

The bus was very late. Putted me in Danger on my arrival coz there's no waiting place

Linda F.

17 June 2024

Intercity Xpress

3/510 871 reviews

Staff4

Timeliness2.6

Cleanliness3.8

WiFi1.1

APM WC

2/52 685 reviews

Staff2.7

Timeliness1.1

Cleanliness2.7

WiFi0.5

Eagle Liner

3/510 195 reviews

Staff3.7

Timeliness2.4

Cleanliness3.6

WiFi0.8

Based on 10195 reviews, the company was rated 2.8 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the departure location but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Eagle Liner ticket prices on this trip start at R 472

Eagle Liner Butterworth Port Elizabeth recent customer reviews

Horrible journey. waited 2 and a half hours for the bus, got picked up by another, was not allowed to choose a seat. I sat next to a lady who had a child old enough to have a seat which means there were 3 of us on a space meant for 2.

Amanda B.

30 May 2023

Very dissapointing, will never use your services again. Very unprofessional and 0 customer service

Pumelela M.

3 August 2021

poor customer service

Peace B.

10 December 2022

Big Sky

3.5/52 946 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.3

Cleanliness4.2

WiFi1.5

ZA Bus Companies: FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Greyhound, Intercape, Trenitalia, Sindbad

Where are the popular stops in Butterworth and Port Elizabeth?

Stops in Butterworth

A - Butterworth - Ellerines, High Street

Stops in Port Elizabeth

A - Intercape Office, C/O Fleming and North Union Street (Central)

B - Newton Park - Eaglecity, 262 Cape Rd

C - CO/ Cape Rd & Penny St.

D - Railway Station

E - Greenacres - Intercape Depot

F - Port Elizabeth

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

How much does a bus ticket from Butterworth to Port Elizabeth cost?
The bus ticket price from Butterworth to Port Elizabeth starts at R 367. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Butterworth to Port Elizabeth is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!
How long is the bus ride from Butterworth to Port Elizabeth?
The average travel time between Butterworth and Port Elizabeth is around 6h 5m, although the fastest bus will take about 5h 5m. This is the time it takes to travel the 299 km that separates the two cities.
How many daily bus connections are there between Butterworth and Port Elizabeth?
The number of buses from Butterworth to Port Elizabeth can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 14 on this route. Some buses run direct routes, while others have layovers. Simplify your bus trip from Butterworth to Port Elizabeth by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.
Which bus companies travel from Butterworth to Port Elizabeth?
When taking the bus from Butterworth to Port Elizabeth, you can travel comfortably and safely with Intercape, Intercity Xpress, APM WC.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

08/11

R 337

09/11

R 354

Today

R 356

11/11

R 347

12/11

R 319

13/11

R 338

14/11

R 340

15/11

R 391

The cheapest trip from Butterworth, ZA to Port Elizabeth was searched and found on 12 Nov 2025 with a price of R 319

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 Port Elizabeth as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 319 to R 894 for a bus ticket from Butterworth, ZA to Port Elizabeth based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 319, which is on 2025-11-12.

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.