How far is Butterworth from Johannesburg by coach?

The distance between Johannesburg and Butterworth by coach is approximately 424 miles (683 km).

What is the best way to go from Johannesburg to Butterworth without flying?

You have the option to select the coach for your journey on this route. The coach provides a comfortable and sustainable journey and allows you to enjoy the sights while reaching your destination. You also have the option of utilising carpooling services.

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Today4 Jul

from US$41

Tomorrow5 Jul

from US$34

Sun6 Jul

from US$37

Mon7 Jul

from US$36

Tue8 Jul

from US$36

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from US$35

Fri11 Jul

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This trip is recommended because it is the: Cheapest
Departure time: 5 July at 17:45
Departure city: Johannesburg
Departure location: Johannesburg (Park Station)
Arrival time: 6 July at 07:30
Destination city: Butterworth
Destination location: Butterworth - Ellerine Store, 14 High Street, Butterworth
Operated by: Eagle Liner
Vehicle: BusDuration: 13h 45m
This trip is recommended because it is the: Fastest
Departure time: 5 July at 20:00
Departure city: Johannesburg
Departure location: Johannesburg (Park Station)
Arrival time: 6 July at 08:30
Destination city: Butterworth
Destination location: Butterworth - High Street, Opposite Ellerines
Operated by: APMWC
Vehicle: BusDuration: 12h 30m
Departure time: 5 July at 17:00
Departure city: Johannesburg
Departure location: Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)
Arrival time: 6 July at 07:25
Destination city: Butterworth
Destination location: Butterworth
Operated by: Big Sky
Vehicle: BusDuration: 14h 25m
Departure time: 5 July at 17:30
Departure city: Johannesburg
Departure location: Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)
Arrival time: 6 July at 08:55
Destination city: Butterworth
Destination location: Butterworth
Operated by: Intercape Budgetliner
Vehicle: BusDuration: 15h 25m
Departure time: 5 July at 18:00
Departure city: Johannesburg
Departure location: Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station)
Arrival time: 6 July at 09:25
Destination city: Butterworth
Destination location: Butterworth
Operated by: Intercape Mainliner
Vehicle: BusDuration: 15h 25m

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Bus Johannesburg to Butterworth: Trip Overview

Average ticket priceUS$37

Average bus trip duration14h

Number of daily buses5

Earliest bus departure17:00

Distance423 miles

Latest bus departure20:00

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Intercape

3.5/540,766 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.2

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi1.2

Users generally express satisfaction with the service, highlighting comfortable seats and clean facilities. The drivers are praised for their excellent and informative service. However, some users mention concerns about unannounced stops and delays due to external factors like taxi violence in Queenstown. Overall, experiences seem positive despite minor issues noted by a few travelers.

Intercape Budgetliner Johannesburg Butterworth recent customer reviews

Bus was not comfortable, driver was rude. The bus didn't have toilet and driver didn't want to stop so that customers can go to the bathrooms.

Nolufefe S.

21 December 2024

It mainliner but we were still not allowed to use the toilet. Extremely delayed on our way, we stopped for more than an hour. We had one snack break every other stop was to pick people up.+- 15h trip.

Oratile M.

13 December 2024

Bus conditions ie no arm rest,no entertainment and so forth that's room for improvement

Mthobeli D.

16 October 2024

Eagle Liner

2.5/59,215 reviews

Staff3.7

Timeliness2.3

Cleanliness3.5

WiFi0.8

Users have shared positive experiences with Eagle Liner, highlighting the comfortable journey thanks to ample seating and effective air conditioning. The driver was noted for being friendly and engaging, adding a pleasant touch to the trip. Overall satisfaction is evident as users enjoyed their travels without encountering significant issues.

Eagle Liner Johannesburg Butterworth recent customer reviews

it was a great experience, I personally didn't face problems using Eagle Liner

Aluyolo T.

30 June 2025

On the bookings online, your app indicates that the toilet is available but on board the bus there's no toilet. Secondly, There's no sufficient space in betwe en chairs - leg stretching is very difficult. Charging ports are not functional. As a compliment, the bus was very warm.

Nonzwakazi S.

6 May 2025

I didn't enjoy my trip at all .the bus was full of cockroaches. Another is that I had to pay full price for a 1 year old

Veronica K.

3 March 2025

APM WC

2/52,071 reviews

Staff2.5

Timeliness0.9

Cleanliness2.6

WiFi0.4

Users have shared mixed experiences with the bus service. Some found their journey enjoyable and perfect, while others reported delays and inconvenience due to a last-minute change of buses without assistance for luggage handling.

APMWC Johannesburg Butterworth recent customer reviews

The bus delayed n didn't come on time n while we thought we r sitting comfortable they changed us to another bus imagine we've got laggages that we need to pack in n out of ur buses with no help

Langa S.

14 May 2025

I enjoyed, everything was perfect

Andiswa M.

14 June 2025

Bus was late and no communication

Mongezi M.

27 March 2024

Greyhound South Africa

3/58,201 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness4

WiFi1.3

Users have shared positive feedback about the bus service, highlighting punctuality and cleanliness. The drivers are noted for being attentive and courteous, ensuring passengers' comfort by checking on them at stops. Although one user mentioned a non-reclining seat and missing their stop due to unclear announcements, overall satisfaction remains high with timely arrivals.

Citiliner Plus Johannesburg Butterworth recent customer reviews

I missed the bus and I could see the bus leaving the bus station and the manwger refused to call the driver to wait for us at the next bus station or nearest garage

Patrick Sontuntu M.

1 December 2024

Bus was clean and the driver was super amazing, he would check if everybody is back from every stop we take and also the bus was on time even though my seat wasn't inclining but that was not a train smash. I did not know where i was going and i missed my stop, if only I heard the driver shouting to each stop I wouldn't have got lost

Sibongile N.

2 September 2024

Bus did not have a toilet.

Mlungisi N.

24 May 2025

Big Sky

3.5/52,368 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.3

Cleanliness4.3

WiFi1.6

Two's Tours

1.5/512 reviews

Staff2.2

Timeliness1

Cleanliness2

WiFi0

Vilamora

2/5776 reviews

Staff2.4

Timeliness1.2

Cleanliness2.3

WiFi0.4

According to customer reviews, there have been complaints about the bus service provided by Vilamoura. Customers express dissatisfaction with delays and late arrivals, as well as rude behavior from the drivers. Additionally, some customers were inconvenienced by not being informed about changes in routes or offloading arrangements. These issues have resulted in regrets for choosing Vilamoura bus for their travel needs.

VILAMORA Johannesburg Butterworth recent customer reviews

We were suppose to depart at 19:00 but the bus arrived at 23:00 no one even bothered to tell us what's going even the driver was rude af🙄

Yonela N.

15 July 2023

The bus drivers never told that they won't go to Butterworth and didn't tell me of any arrangement about offloading in East London and take a taxi to Butterworth so it was just an inconvenience that resulted in me not going to work..so I regret choosing Vilamoura bus

Twabo M.

31 August 2022

Good service

Prudence D.

24 July 2022

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

Johannesburg to Butterworth Bus

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Where are the popular stops in Johannesburg and Butterworth?

Stops in Johannesburg

A - O.R Tambo Airport Johannesburg

B - Park City Transit Centre, Johannesburg Station

C - Bethrams

D - Eaglecity Kerk Street

E - Kerk Street

F - Southgate Shopping Centre

Stops in Butterworth

A - Butterworth - Ellerines, High Street

Frequently asked questions on the trip Johannesburg - Butterworth, ZA

How far is Butterworth from Johannesburg by coach?
The distance between Johannesburg and Butterworth by coach is approximately 424 miles (683 km).
What is the best way to go from Johannesburg to Butterworth without flying?
You have the option to select the coach for your journey on this route. The coach provides a comfortable and sustainable journey and allows you to enjoy the sights while reaching your destination. 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

02/07

US$39

03/07

US$43

Today

US$39

05/07

US$31

06/07

US$35

07/07

US$34

08/07

US$34

09/07

US$36

The cheapest trip from Johannesburg to Butterworth was searched and found on 5 Jul 2025 with a price of US$31

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

You can expect to pay from US$31 to US$69 for a bus ticket from Johannesburg to Butterworth based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at US$31, which is on 2025-07-05.

Usually MAINLINER EXPRESS, MAINLINER 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.

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The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!

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