How much is the bus ticket from Butterworth to Paarl?

The cheapest bus tickets from Butterworth to Paarl start at R 492. The average price for this route is around R 820. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Butterworth to Paarl?

The average bus journey time from Butterworth to Paarl is 15h 10m, covering a distance of 871 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 12h 20m and is operated by Badela .

Which bus companies service the Butterworth to Paarl route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 10 buses available per day, including services from Intercape , APM WC , Badela , Eagle Liner , Intercity Xpress , Makalala Transport , Flexi City Connect .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Butterworth to Paarl?

The earliest bus departs from Butterworth to Paarl at 01:40. And the latest bus departs at 18:35.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Butterworth to Paarl?

A bus trip from Butterworth to Paarl produces an estimated 22 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

What is the best bus company from Butterworth to Paarl?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Intercape , with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 45773 reviews.

Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Butterworth to Paarl?

Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Badela has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.0.

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Butterworth to Paarl?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Intercape , with a punctuality rating of 3.1 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Butterworth to Paarl?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Badela , with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Bus Butterworth to Paarl from R 451 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Butterworth to Paarl on 1 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	16:15	Butterworth	14h 25m	06:40	Paarl - Shell Garage	Cheapest
Bus	12:00	Fingoland Mall N2, Butterworth	12h 20m	00:20	PAARL	Fastest
Bus	14:30	Butterworth	14h 25m	04:55	Paarl - Shell Garage	No tags
Bus	13:40	Fingoland Mall - N2 Buttersworth	14h 35m	04:15	PAARL - Shell Garage, 25 Main Rd, Southern Paarl	No tags
Bus	15:25	Butterworth, Market Square	16h 5m	07:30	Paarl - Shell Garage	No tags

Next departures from Butterworth to Paarl on 2 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	18:35	Butterworth - High Street, Opposite Ellerines	14h 15m	08:50	Paarl - Shell Garage	Cheapest
Bus	12:00	Fingoland Mall N2, Butterworth	12h 20m	00:20	PAARL	Fastest
Bus	14:30	Butterworth	14h 25m	04:55	Paarl - Shell Garage	No tags
Bus	13:40	Fingoland Mall - N2 Buttersworth	14h 35m	04:15	PAARL - Shell Garage, 25 Main Rd, Southern Paarl	No tags
Bus	15:25	Butterworth, Market Square	16h 5m	07:30	Paarl - Shell Garage	No tags

Next departures from Butterworth to Paarl on 3 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	18:35	Butterworth - High Street, Opposite Ellerines	14h 15m	08:50	Paarl - Shell Garage	Cheapest
Bus	12:00	Fingoland Mall N2, Butterworth	12h 20m	00:20	PAARL	Fastest
Bus	01:40	Butterworth	18h 10m	19:50	Paarl - Shell Garage	No tags
Bus	13:40	Fingoland Mall - N2 Buttersworth	14h 35m	04:15	PAARL - Shell Garage, 25 Main Rd, Southern Paarl	No tags
Bus	15:25	Butterworth, Market Square	16h 5m	07:30	Paarl - Shell Garage	No tags

Next departures from Butterworth to Paarl on 4 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	14:00	Butterworth, Market Square	16h 55m	06:55	Paarl - Shell Garage	Cheapest
Bus	12:00	Fingoland Mall N2, Butterworth	12h 20m	00:20	PAARL	Fastest
Bus	01:40	Butterworth	18h 10m	19:50	Paarl - Shell Garage	No tags
Bus	13:40	Fingoland Mall - N2 Buttersworth	14h 35m	04:15	PAARL - Shell Garage, 25 Main Rd, Southern Paarl	No tags
Bus	15:25	Butterworth, Market Square	16h 5m	07:30	Paarl - Shell Garage	No tags

Next departures from Butterworth to Paarl on 5 February
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	14:00	Butterworth, Market Square	16h 55m	06:55	Paarl - Shell Garage	Cheapest
Bus	12:00	Fingoland Mall N2, Butterworth	12h 20m	00:20	PAARL	Fastest
Bus	01:40	Butterworth	18h 10m	19:50	Paarl - Shell Garage	No tags
Bus	13:40	Fingoland Mall - N2 Buttersworth	14h 35m	04:15	PAARL - Shell Garage, 25 Main Rd, Southern Paarl	No tags
Bus	15:25	Butterworth, Market Square	16h 5m	07:30	Paarl - Shell Garage	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 10:18 AM SAST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Butterworth to Paarl

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Paarl. The journey takes about 15 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just R 492, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

10bus per day

15h 10mAverage duration

871 kmDistance

22kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 492 - R 2 115	Average duration15h 10m	CO₂ emissions 22kg CO₂e
Shuttle	Average priceR 744 - R 2 706	Average duration18h 5m	CO₂ emissions 27kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Butterworth and Paarl?

Stops in Butterworth

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Butterworth - Ellerines, High Street
Ellerines, High Street, Butterworth, 4960, South Africa
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Stops in Paarl

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Paarl - Shell Garage
Shell Garage, C/O Suid and Hoof Street, Southern Paarl, Paarl, 7624, South Africa
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Compare bus companies

Intercape

3.5/545 773 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi1.2

APM WC

2/53 119 reviews

Staff2.7

Timeliness1.2

Cleanliness2.8

WiFi0.5

Badela

3.5/5278 reviews

Staff4

Timeliness3

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2

Eagle Liner

2.5/511 169 reviews

Staff3.7

Timeliness2.4

Cleanliness3.6

WiFi0.8

Intercity Xpress

3/512 045 reviews

Staff4

Timeliness2.6

Cleanliness3.8

WiFi1.2

Makalala Transport

3/5238 reviews

Staff3.5

Timeliness1.8

Cleanliness3.6

WiFi1.2

Based on 238 reviews, the company was rated 2.9 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the cleanliness but often complained about the Wi-Fi. Makalala Transport ticket prices on this trip start at R 705

MAKALALATRANSPORT Butterworth Paarl recent customer reviews

The bus it seems like it was not even serviced so I arrived even very late @ i will never ever book that bus

Luvo P.

10 May 2023

Flexi City Connect

2.5/5195 reviews

Staff3.4

Timeliness1.4

Cleanliness3.4

WiFi1

ZA bus companies:FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Greyhound, ALSA, Intercape, Trenitalia, Big Sky

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Butterworth, ZA to Paarl by bus

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from Butterworth to Paarl?
The cheapest bus tickets from Butterworth to Paarl start at R 492. The average price for this route is around R 820. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Butterworth to Paarl?
The average bus journey time from Butterworth to Paarl is 15h 10m, covering a distance of 871 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 12h 20m and is operated by Badela.
Which bus companies service the Butterworth to Paarl route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 10 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, APM WC, Badela, Eagle Liner, Intercity Xpress, Makalala Transport, Flexi City Connect.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Butterworth to Paarl?
The earliest bus departs from Butterworth to Paarl at 01:40. And the latest bus departs at 18:35.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Butterworth to Paarl?
A bus trip from Butterworth to Paarl produces an estimated 22 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Butterworth to Paarl?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Intercape, with an average rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars based on 45773 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Butterworth to Paarl?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Badela has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 2.0.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Butterworth to Paarl?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Intercape, with a punctuality rating of 3.1 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Butterworth to Paarl?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Badela, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

29/01

R 633

30/01

R 635

Today

R 788

01/02

R 788

02/02

R 589

03/02

R 589

04/02

R 557

05/02

R 557

The cheapest trip from Butterworth, ZA to Paarl was searched and found on 04 Feb 2026 with a price of R 557

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 Paarl as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 557 to R 1 703 for a bus ticket from Butterworth, ZA to Paarl based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 557, which is on 2026-02-04.

Usually Intercity Xpress, 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.