How far is Butterworth from Port Elizabeth?

The distance between the two cities is 186 miles (299 km).

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Butterworth to Port Elizabeth?

Most of the buses traveling from Butterworth to Port Elizabeth leave from Butterworth - Ellerines, High Street and arrive at Intercape Office, C/O Fleming and North Union Street (Central). These are the primary departure and arrival locations on this route, there are other pick-up and drop-off locations that could make it easier for you to reach your destination.

Bus Butterworth to Port Elizabeth from $20 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Butterworth to Port Elizabeth on November 12
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	1:40pm	Butterworth	6h 20m	8:00pm	Port Elizabeth Train Station, Strand Street	Cheapest
Bus	4:00pm	Butterworth - High Street, Opposite Ellerines	5h 5m	9:05pm	Port Elizabeth Train Station, Strand Street	Fastest
Bus	1:40pm	Butterworth	6h 20m	8:00pm	Port Elizabeth Train Station, Strand Street	No tags
Bus	3:25pm	Butterworth, Market Square	6h 20m	9:45pm	Newton Park - Eaglecity, 262 Cape Rd	No tags
Bus	4:00pm	Butterworth - High Street, Opposite Ellerines	5h 20m	9:20pm	Greenacres McDonald's (Crn Cape Rd & Penny St)	No tags
Bus	3:25pm	Butterworth, Market Square	5h 55m	9:20pm	Port Elizabeth Railway Station	No tags
Bus	1:40pm	Butterworth	6h 40m	8:20pm	Intercape Office, 336 Cape Rd	No tags
Bus	1:40pm	Butterworth	6h 40m	8:20pm	Intercape Office, 336 Cape Rd	No tags

Next departures for Butterworth to Port Elizabeth on November 13
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	12:55am	Butterworth	6h 10m	7:05am	Intercape Office, C/O Fleming and North Union Street (Central)	Cheapest
Bus	4:00pm	Butterworth - High Street, Opposite Ellerines	5h 5m	9:05pm	Port Elizabeth Train Station, Strand Street	Fastest
Bus	12:55am	Butterworth	6h 10m	7:05am	Intercape Office, C/O Fleming and North Union Street (Central)	No tags
Bus	2:00am	Butterworth	6h 5m	8:05am	Intercape Office, C/O Fleming and North Union Street (Central)	No tags
Bus	1:40am	Butterworth, Market Square	5h 55m	7:35am	Newton Park - Eaglecity, 262 Cape Rd	No tags
Bus	4:00pm	Butterworth - High Street, Opposite Ellerines	5h 20m	9:20pm	Greenacres McDonald's (Crn Cape Rd & Penny St)	No tags
Bus	12:55am	Butterworth	6h 10m	7:05am	Intercape Office, C/O Fleming and North Union Street (Central)	No tags
Bus	2:00am	Butterworth	6h 5m	8:05am	Intercape Office, C/O Fleming and North Union Street (Central)	No tags

Next departures for Butterworth to Port Elizabeth on November 14
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	12:55am	Butterworth	6h 10m	7:05am	Intercape Office, C/O Fleming and North Union Street (Central)	Cheapest
Bus	4:00pm	Butterworth - High Street, Opposite Ellerines	5h 5m	9:05pm	Port Elizabeth Train Station, Strand Street	Fastest
Bus	12:55am	Butterworth	6h 10m	7:05am	Intercape Office, C/O Fleming and North Union Street (Central)	No tags
Bus	2:00am	Butterworth	6h 5m	8:05am	Intercape Office, C/O Fleming and North Union Street (Central)	No tags
Bus	1:40am	Butterworth, Market Square	5h 55m	7:35am	Newton Park - Eaglecity, 262 Cape Rd	No tags
Bus	4:00pm	Butterworth - High Street, Opposite Ellerines	5h 20m	9:20pm	Greenacres McDonald's (Crn Cape Rd & Penny St)	No tags
Bus	12:55am	Butterworth	6h 10m	7:05am	Intercape Office, C/O Fleming and North Union Street (Central)	No tags
Bus	2:00am	Butterworth	6h 5m	8:05am	Intercape Office, C/O Fleming and North Union Street (Central)	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 9:36 PM SAST.

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 $21, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

14bus per day

6h 5mAverage Duration

184 milesDistance

7kgCO₂ emissions

Compare bus companies

Intercape

3.5/543,706 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.

June 12, 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.

April 27, 2025

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

Linda F.

June 17, 2024

Intercity Xpress

3/510,883 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.

Intercity Xpress Butterworth Port Elizabeth recent customer reviews

The bus was late for +-4 hours.

Siphelele M.

April 18, 2025

APM WC

2/52,691 reviews

Staff2.7

Timeliness1.1

Cleanliness2.7

Wifi0.5

Eagle Liner

3/510,211 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 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.

May 30, 2023

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

Pumelela M.

August 3, 2021

poor customer service

Peace B.

December 10, 2022

Big Sky

3.5/52,954 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 traveling from Butterworth, ZA to Port Elizabeth by bus

How far is Butterworth from Port Elizabeth?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Butterworth to Port Elizabeth?

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

11/10

$21

11/11

$21

Today

$20

11/13

$20

11/14

$20

11/15

$23

11/16

$22

11/17

$23

The cheapest trip from Butterworth, ZA to Port Elizabeth was searched and found on Nov 12, 2025 with a price of $20

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 $20 to $55 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 $20 which is on 2025-11-14.

Usually Intercape, Intercity Xpress 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.