Find coaches from Mthatha to Butterworth, ZA

Next departures

Next departures from Mthatha to Butterworth on 31 October
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Intercape Budgetliner
Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2
ButterworthCheapest
Intercape Mainliner
Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2
ButterworthFastest
Intercape Mainliner
Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2
ButterworthNo tags
Big Sky
Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2
ButterworthNo tags
Intercity Xpress
Mthatha Shell Ultra City
Butterworth, Market SquareNo tags

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Get from Mthatha to Butterworth

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The journey takes about 1 hour 45 minutes, and with fares starting at just US$15, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

14bus per day
1h 45mAverage duration
98 kmDistance
2kgCO₂ emissions

Bus Mthatha to Butterworth, ZA: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$24
Average bus trip duration1h 45m
Number of daily buses14
Earliest bus departure00:25
Distance97 km
Latest bus departure23:55

Mthatha to Butterworth Bus

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Frequently asked questions on the trip Mthatha - Butterworth, ZA

  1. How much does a bus ticket from Mthatha to Butterworth cost?

    The bus ticket price from Mthatha to Butterworth starts at US$15. The best way to find cheap bus tickets from Mthatha to Butterworth 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!

  2. How long is the bus ride from Mthatha to Butterworth?

    The average travel time between Mthatha and Butterworth is around 1h 45m, although the fastest bus will take about 1h 10m. This is the time it takes to travel the 103 km that separates the two cities.

  3. How many daily bus connections are there between Mthatha and Butterworth?

    The number of buses from Mthatha to Butterworth 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 Mthatha to Butterworth by comparing and selecting the bus that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

  4. Which bus companies travel from Mthatha to Butterworth?

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

  5. What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Mthatha to Butterworth?

    Buses travelling between Mthatha and Butterworth leave from Southridge Park - Shell Ultra City or Umtata Station and arrive at Butterworth - Ellerines, High Street.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

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28/10
US$18
29/10
US$18
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US$18
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US$18
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busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Mthatha to Butterworth, ZA was searched and found on 29 Oct 2025 with a price of US$18

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

You can expect to pay from US$18 to US$45 for a bus ticket from Mthatha to Butterworth, ZA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$18, which is on 2025-10-31.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

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Buses have the smallest carbon footprint of all motorized transport modes. A bus going from Mthatha to Butterworth will emit half the CO2 emitted by a train, and radically less than a car or an airplane.

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9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.

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