How far is Johannesburg from Butterworth by coach?

The journey from Butterworth to Johannesburg by coach covers an approximate distance of 424 miles (683 km).

Is there a way to reach Johannesburg from Butterworth without flying?

You can choose the coach to travel this route. The coach ensures a pleasant travel experience, granting you the opportunity to appreciate the scenery as you make your way to your final stop. You also have the option of utilising carpooling services.

Bus Butterworth to Johannesburg from US$24 | Refundable Tickets

Next departures

Next departures from Butterworth to Johannesburg on 7 October
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
15:50	Butterworth - High Street, Opposite Ellerines	13h 40m	05:30	Johannesburg (Park Station)	CheapestFastest
15:05	Butterworth	14h 25m	05:30	Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)	No tags
14:30	Butterworth, Market Square	14h 5m	04:35	Johannesburg (Park Station)	No tags
15:05	Butterworth	14h 25m	05:30	Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)	No tags
15:05	Butterworth	14h 25m	05:30	Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)	No tags

Next departures from Butterworth to Johannesburg on 8 October
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
15:50	Butterworth - High Street, Opposite Ellerines	13h 40m	05:30	Johannesburg (Park Station)	CheapestFastest
15:05	Butterworth	14h 25m	05:30	Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)	No tags
15:50	Butterworth	14h	05:50	Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)	No tags
14:30	Butterworth, Market Square	14h 5m	04:35	Johannesburg (Park Station)	No tags
15:05	Butterworth	14h 25m	05:30	Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)	No tags

Next departures from Butterworth to Johannesburg on 9 October
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
15:50	Butterworth - High Street, Opposite Ellerines	13h 40m	05:30	Johannesburg (Park Station)	CheapestFastest
15:05	Butterworth	14h 25m	05:30	Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)	No tags
15:50	Butterworth	14h	05:50	Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)	No tags
14:30	Butterworth, Market Square	14h 5m	04:35	Johannesburg (Park Station)	No tags
15:05	Butterworth	14h 25m	05:30	Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)	No tags

Next departures from Butterworth to Johannesburg on 10 October
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
15:50	Butterworth - High Street, Opposite Ellerines	13h 40m	05:30	Johannesburg (Park Station)	CheapestFastest
15:05	Butterworth	14h 25m	05:30	Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)	No tags
15:50	Butterworth	14h	05:50	Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)	No tags
14:30	Butterworth, Market Square	14h 5m	04:35	Johannesburg (Park Station)	No tags
15:05	Butterworth	14h 25m	05:30	Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)	No tags

Next departures from Butterworth to Johannesburg on 11 October
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
15:50	Butterworth - High Street, Opposite Ellerines	13h 40m	05:30	Johannesburg (Park Station)	CheapestFastest
15:05	Butterworth	14h 25m	05:30	Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)	No tags
15:50	Butterworth	14h	05:50	Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)	No tags
14:30	Butterworth, Market Square	14h 5m	04:35	Johannesburg (Park Station)	No tags
15:05	Butterworth	14h 25m	05:30	Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)	No tags

Next departures from Butterworth to Johannesburg on 12 October
Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
15:50	Butterworth - High Street, Opposite Ellerines	13h 40m	05:30	Johannesburg (Park Station)	CheapestFastest
15:05	Butterworth	14h 25m	05:30	Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)	No tags
15:50	Butterworth	14h	05:50	Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)	No tags
14:30	Butterworth, Market Square	14h 5m	04:35	Johannesburg (Park Station)	No tags
15:05	Butterworth	14h 25m	05:30	Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)	No tags

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Bus Butterworth, ZA to Johannesburg: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$40

Average bus trip duration14h 5m

Number of daily buses6

Earliest bus departure09:35

Distance423 miles

Latest bus departure18:00

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Intercape

3.5/542,885 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.2

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi1.2

Passengers have praised the bus service for its friendly drivers and clean buses. However, some users noted issues with punctuality, as delays were reported in multiple instances without prior notification or apologies. Additionally, concerns about uncomfortable seating and hygiene standards on certain trips were mentioned by several travelers.

Intercape Mainliner Express Butterworth Johannesburg recent customer reviews

The bus driver was nice, but the bus was dirty and the toilets smelled, it was late and the other driver drove very terribly

Inganathi P.

28 July 2025

driver was not audible enough for people to hear their names being called or where we were . The system of checking names of people and allowing them in the bus was actually very very slow as it was done on a problematic cellphone by the driver.

Aluyolo T.

21 July 2025

The Greyhound was very comfortable and smelling very fresh, also the driver was very nice to us

Samkelwe N.

13 July 2025

APM WC

2/52,512 reviews

Staff2.6

Timeliness1

Cleanliness2.7

WiFi0.5

Users have shared positive feedback about the service, highlighting excellent communication from drivers and a clean environment with functional charging ports. Many appreciated considerate gestures like music changes during trips. However, some noted that buses occasionally arrived late due to various reasons such as strikes or other delays.

APMWC Butterworth Johannesburg recent customer reviews

My fisrt time experience was great,the service,communication was excellent,my highlights was when the drive changed the music nd turned on soccer that was very considerate loved that so much big up to the last night drivers. From butterwoth.

Princess M.

28 August 2025

Apm bus was 5 hours late... The office number was never answered when I tried to contact them. It was a bad experience especially since it was my first time booking the bus.

Ncedile Onica S.

26 June 2025

My trip was very bad it was soo late by 4 hours and no one even apologized for that and it took us only to leave us in another town for hours...its really not a good bus

Sinazo M.

5 June 2025

Eagle Liner

2.5/59,956 reviews

Staff3.7

Timeliness2.4

Cleanliness3.6

WiFi0.8

Passengers have shared positive experiences with the service, highlighting friendly drivers and efficient communication. Many appreciated timely arrivals and comfortable journeys, often mentioning good treatment from staff. However, some reviews noted occasional delays without explanations and minor issues like non-functioning amenities on certain buses. Overall, users expressed satisfaction with their travel experience despite a few hiccups along the way.

Eagle Liner Butterworth Johannesburg recent customer reviews

I really enjoyed the trip Eagle Liner satisfied my journey as from Butterworth to Johannesburg, they also offer relax time where by we go to toilets and garage shops to bought something to eat.

Bonginkosi Johan N.

27 June 2025

Driver's don't care about passangers, we packed bags on our own. The bus doesn't have toilets, the list is endless.

Siphokazi M.

25 June 2025

I enjoyed the service so much, because they treated us good, and everything that we asked for it was given, for eg when it was hot we asked for an air conditioner, and it was given, every good job

Tondani K.

24 November 2024

Greyhound South Africa

3/58,923 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness4

WiFi1.3

Passengers have shared positive experiences, highlighting the comfort of the buses and praising the drivers for their safe driving skills. Many appreciated that trips were generally on time, providing a reliable service. However, some users mentioned issues with cleanliness in restrooms and non-functional charging ports during their journeys.

Citiliner Plus Butterworth Johannesburg recent customer reviews

. I'm impressed with the speed bus and the driver's attitude towards the passenger, what I'm not impressed with is the smell

Dineo M.

19 June 2025

The bus has toilet and it was smelling bad from Eastern Cape to Johannesburg the service was good but the toilet 💔🚮

Nolithando B.

27 March 2025

Ooh what a lovely trip I had.Bus was warm,comfortable,drivers so sweet.Most importantly it got to my destination on scheduled time.Very safe driving,I felt like I was flying first class 😆

Thandokuhle K.

9 March 2025

Big Sky

3.5/52,771 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.3

Cleanliness4.3

WiFi1.6

Based on 2771 reviews, the company was rated 3.6 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Big Sky ticket prices on this trip start at US$34

Big Sky Butterworth Johannesburg recent customer reviews

The bus arrived 3 hours after the stipulated time. Nobody bothered to warn us that the bus would be late. It was greatly disappointing and inconveniencing.

Zizipho M.

17 July 2024

Was not Big Sky

Simphiwe M.

12 July 2024

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 Johannesburg?

Stops in Butterworth

A - Butterworth - Ellerines, High Street

Stops in Johannesburg

A - O.R Tambo Airport Johannesburg

B - Park City Transit Centre, Johannesburg Station

C - Southgate Shopping Centre

D - Bethrams

E - Eaglecity Kerk Street

F - Kerk Street

Frequently asked questions on the trip Butterworth, ZA - Johannesburg

How far is Johannesburg from Butterworth by coach?
The journey from Butterworth to Johannesburg by coach covers an approximate distance of 424 miles (683 km).
Is there a way to reach Johannesburg from Butterworth without flying?
You can choose the coach to travel this route. The coach ensures a pleasant travel experience, granting you the opportunity to appreciate the scenery as you make your way to your final stop. You also have the option of utilising carpooling services.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

05/10

US$34

06/10

US$36

Today

US$30

08/10

US$26

09/10

US$26

10/10

US$26

11/10

US$26

12/10

US$26

The cheapest trip from Butterworth, ZA to Johannesburg was searched and found on 8 Oct 2025 with a price of US$26

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 Johannesburg as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from US$26 to US$65 for a bus ticket from Butterworth, ZA to Johannesburg based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$26, which is on 2025-10-08.

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.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while travelling from Butterworth to Johannesburg.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.

From miles long of beauteous natural landscapes to impressive man-crafted sights, you’re bound to be in for a visual treat on your bus trip from Butterworth to Johannesburg.

Taking the bus creates the smallest carbon footprint compared to other modes of transport. Not to mention that buses will allow you to discover scenic gems from Butterworth to Johannesburg that are otherwise impossible to come by with a plane.

Create your own real life musical score by curating a personalized bus travel playlist - the perfect accompaniment to your bus ride from Butterworth to Johannesburg.

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Next departures

Bus Butterworth, ZA to Johannesburg: Trip Overview

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Intercape Mainliner Express Butterworth Johannesburg recent customer reviews

APMWC Butterworth Johannesburg recent customer reviews

Eagle Liner Butterworth Johannesburg recent customer reviews

Citiliner Plus Butterworth Johannesburg recent customer reviews

Big Sky Butterworth Johannesburg recent customer reviews

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Where are the popular stops in Butterworth and Johannesburg?

Frequently asked questions on the trip Butterworth, ZA - Johannesburg

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Is there a way to reach Johannesburg from Butterworth without flying?

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