Bus from East London to Butterworth, ZA: Tickets & Timetables

Next bus departures

Next departures from East London to Butterworth on 23 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
Big SkyBus
    		Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)
    		ButterworthCheapest
    BadelaBus
      		56 Moore St, Windmill Park
      		Fingoland Mall N2, ButterworthFastest
      Intercape MainlinerBus
      		Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)
      		ButterworthNo tags
      Big SkyBus
        		Intercape Office, Moore Street (Windmill Park)
        		ButterworthNo tags
        GreyhoundBus
        		East London Windmill Park
        		Butterworth - High Street, Opposite EllerinesNo tags

        Last refresh of the prices: Last Tuesday at 10:33 AM SAST.

        Get from East London to Butterworth

        This route is served by bus only

        The journey takes about 1 hour 25 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 293, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

        18bus per day
        1h 25mAverage duration
        79 kmDistance
        2kgCO₂ emissions

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

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

        1. How much is the bus ticket from East London to Butterworth?

          The cheapest bus tickets from East London to Butterworth start at R 293. The average price for this route is around R 640. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

        2. How long is the bus journey from East London to Butterworth?

          The average bus journey time from East London to Butterworth is 1h 25m, covering a distance of 79 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 45m and is operated by Badela.

        3. Which bus companies service the East London to Butterworth route?

          Several major bus companies operate on this route with 18 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, Flexi City Connect, Intercity Xpress, Big Sky, Eagle Liner, APM WC, Badela, Greyhound South Africa, Mini Mobile, BM Tours.

        4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from East London to Butterworth?

          The earliest bus departs from East London to Butterworth at 00:30. And the latest bus departs at 22:30.

        5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from East London to Butterworth?

          A bus trip from East London to Butterworth produces an estimated 2 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

        6. What is the best bus company from East London to Butterworth?

          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 44567 reviews.

        7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from East London to Butterworth?

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

        8. Which bus company offers the most punctual service from East London 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.

        9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from East London 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.

        Best price found
        20/12
        R 357
        21/12
        R 354
        Today
        R 355
        23/12
        R 358
        24/12
        R 288
        25/12
        R 361
        26/12
        No data
        27/12
        R 289
        busbud logoThe cheapest trip from East London to Butterworth, ZA was searched and found on 24 Dec 2025 with a price of R 288

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

        You can expect to pay from R 288 to R 113 396 for a bus ticket from East London to Butterworth, ZA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 288, which is on 2025-12-24.

        Usually Badela 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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