Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Mthatha Shell Ultra City | Butterworth, Market Square | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | Shell Ultra City | Butterworth, Market Square | Fastest | ||||
 | Bus | Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2 | Butterworth | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2 | Butterworth | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Umtata Station | Butterworth, Market Square | No tags |
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Get from Mthatha to Butterworth
The journey takes about 1 hour 45 minutes, and with fares starting at just £13, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Mthatha and Butterworth?
Stops in Mthatha
- A
Southridge Park - Shell Ultra City
Shell Ultra City, N2, Southridge Park, Mthatha, 5100, South Africa - B
Umtata Station
King Edward Street, opposite Train Station, Norwood, Mthatha, 5160, South Africa
Stops in Butterworth
- A
Butterworth - Ellerines, High Street
Ellerines, High Street, Butterworth, 4960, South Africa
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Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Mthatha to Butterworth, ZA
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much is the bus ticket from Mthatha to Butterworth?
The cheapest coach tickets from Mthatha to Butterworth start from £13. The average price for this route is around £21. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Mthatha to Butterworth?
The average bus journey time from Mthatha to Butterworth is 1h 45m, covering a distance of 64 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 1h 10m and is operated by Intercape.
Which bus companies service the Mthatha to Butterworth route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 14 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, APM WC, Intercity Xpress, Big Sky, Eagle Liner, Greyhound South Africa, Makalala Transport.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Mthatha to Butterworth?
The earliest bus departs from Mthatha to Butterworth at 00:25. And the latest bus departs at 23:55.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Mthatha to Butterworth?
A bus journey from Mthatha to Butterworth produces an estimated 3 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Which is the best bus company from Mthatha to Butterworth?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Big Sky, with an average rating of 3.6 out of 5 stars based on 3118 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Mthatha to Butterworth?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Big Sky has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.5.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Mthatha to Butterworth?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Big Sky, with a punctuality rating of 3.3 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Mthatha to Butterworth?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Big Sky, with a cleanliness rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Mthatha to Butterworth, ZA was searched and found on 6 Dec 2025 with a price of £11To 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 £11 to £73 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 £17, which is on 2025-12-11.
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.
