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 Newton Park - Eaglecity, 262 Cape Rd. 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.

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This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest
Departure time: July 30 at 4:00pm
Departure city: Butterworth
Departure location: Butterworth - High Street, Opposite Ellerines
Arrival time: July 30 at 9:20pm
Destination city: Port Elizabeth
Destination location: Greenacres McDonald's (Crn Cape Rd & Penny St)
Operated by: APMWC
Vehicle: BusDuration: 5h 20m
This trip is recommended because it is: Fastest
Departure time: July 30 at 4:00pm
Departure city: Butterworth
Departure location: Butterworth - High Street, Opposite Ellerines
Arrival time: July 30 at 9:05pm
Destination city: Port Elizabeth
Destination location: Port Elizabeth Train Station, Strand Street
Operated by: APMWC
Vehicle: BusDuration: 5h 5m
Departure time: July 30 at 12:55am
Departure city: Butterworth
Departure location: Butterworth
Arrival time: July 30 at 7:05am
Destination city: Port Elizabeth
Destination location: Intercape Office, C/O Fleming and North Union Street (Central)
Operated by: Big Sky
Vehicle: BusDuration: 6h 10m
Departure time: July 30 at 2:00am
Departure city: Butterworth
Departure location: Butterworth
Arrival time: July 30 at 8:05am
Destination city: Port Elizabeth
Destination location: Intercape Office, C/O Fleming and North Union Street (Central)
Operated by: Intercape Mainliner
Vehicle: BusDuration: 6h 5m
Departure time: July 30 at 11:59pm
Departure city: Butterworth
Departure location: Butterworth, Market Square
Arrival time: July 31 at 7:00am
Destination city: Port Elizabeth
Destination location: Newton Park - Eaglecity, 262 Cape Rd
Operated by: Intercity Xpress
Vehicle: BusDuration: 7h 1m

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Bus Butterworth, ZA to Port Elizabeth: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$30

Average bus trip duration6h 20m

Number of daily buses18

Earliest bus departure12:55am

Distance186 miles (299 km)

Latest bus departure11:59pm

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Intercape

3.5/541,377 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

3/59,934 reviews

Staff3.9

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

2/52,215 reviews

Staff2.5

Timeliness1

Cleanliness2.6

Wifi0.5

Eagle Liner

2.5/59,534 reviews

Staff3.7

Timeliness2.3

Cleanliness3.5

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

3.5/52,501 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.3

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi1.6

ZA bus companies: Intercape, Big Sky, Intercity Xpress, Greyhound South Africa, Eagle Liner, APM WC, Delta Coaches

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Where are the popular stops in Butterworth and Port Elizabeth?

Stops in Butterworth

A - Butterworth - Ellerines, High Street

Stops in Port Elizabeth

A - Newton Park - Eaglecity, 262 Cape Rd

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

C - CO/ Cape Rd & Penny St.

D - Railway Station

E - Greenacres - Intercape Depot

F - Port Elizabeth

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You can expect to pay from $19 to $84 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 2025-08-01.

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