How much is the bus ticket from Grahamstown to Butterworth?

The cheapest bus tickets from Grahamstown to Butterworth start at R 405. The average price for this route is around R 947. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Grahamstown to Butterworth?

The average bus journey time from Grahamstown to Butterworth is 4h 10m, covering a distance of 186 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 3h 50m and is operated by APM WC .

Which bus companies service the Grahamstown to Butterworth route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 8 buses available per day, including services from Intercape , Intercity Xpress , Eagle Liner , APM WC , Big Sky .

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

The earliest bus departs from Grahamstown to Butterworth at 04:10. And the latest bus departs at 21:40.

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

A bus trip from Grahamstown to Butterworth produces an estimated 5 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 Grahamstown 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 44695 reviews.

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

Based on reviews on Busbud, 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 Grahamstown 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 Grahamstown 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.

Bus Grahamstown to Butterworth from R 519 | Refundable Tickets

Previously seen journeys

Next departures from Grahamstown to Butterworth on 22 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	11:10	The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street	3h 50m	15:00	Butterworth - High Street, Opposite Ellerines	No tags
Bus	18:20	Frontier Country Hotel (Opposite Cathedral)	4h 5m	22:25	Butterworth - Ellerine Store, 14 High Street, Butterworth	No tags
Bus	19:50	The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street	4h	23:50	Butterworth - Ellerines, High Street	No tags
Bus	21:35	The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street	4h 25m	02:00	Butterworth - Ellerines, High Street	No tags
Bus	21:40	The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street	4h 5m	01:45	Butterworth - Ellerines, High Street	No tags

Get from Grahamstown to Butterworth

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 4 hours 10 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 405, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

8bus per day

4h 10mAverage duration

186 kmDistance

5kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Grahamstown and Butterworth?

Stops in Grahamstown

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The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street
The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street, Grahamstown, Makhanda, 6139, South Africa
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Stops in Butterworth

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Butterworth - Ellerines, High Street
Ellerines, High Street, Butterworth, 4960, South Africa
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Compare bus companies

Intercape

3.5/544 772 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.1

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi1.2

Based on 44772 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Intercape ticket prices on this trip start at R 405

Intercape Mainliner Grahamstown Butterworth recent customer reviews

The bus came a bit later than the time allocated in the slip

Lingomso Y.

22 February 2024

Intercity Xpress

3/511 442 reviews

Staff4

Timeliness2.6

Cleanliness3.8

WiFi1.1

Eagle Liner

3/510 646 reviews

Staff3.7

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness3.6

WiFi0.8

Based on 10646 reviews, the company was rated 2.8 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the departure location but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Eagle Liner ticket prices on this trip start at R 502

Eagle Liner Grahamstown Butterworth recent customer reviews

I didn't have a trip arrived at 730am at the bus station waited for the bus for 2 hours. When I called their number they told me that the bus has passed Grahamstown. But how coz the bus was supposed to depart grahamstown at 745am

Lusindiso K.

16 March 2025

The service is poor and if there's no improvement Eagle liner will lose customers

Siphokazi G.

6 December 2020

APM WC

2/52 876 reviews

Staff2.7

Timeliness1.1

Cleanliness2.8

WiFi0.5

Big Sky

3.5/53 226 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.3

Cleanliness4.2

WiFi1.5

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

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Grahamstown 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.

How much is the bus ticket from Grahamstown to Butterworth?
The cheapest bus tickets from Grahamstown to Butterworth start at R 405. The average price for this route is around R 947. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Grahamstown to Butterworth?
The average bus journey time from Grahamstown to Butterworth is 4h 10m, covering a distance of 186 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 3h 50m and is operated by APM WC.
Which bus companies service the Grahamstown to Butterworth route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 8 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, Intercity Xpress, Eagle Liner, APM WC, Big Sky.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Grahamstown to Butterworth?
The earliest bus departs from Grahamstown to Butterworth at 04:10. And the latest bus departs at 21:40.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Grahamstown to Butterworth?
A bus trip from Grahamstown to Butterworth produces an estimated 5 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 Grahamstown 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 44695 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Grahamstown to Butterworth?
Based on reviews on Busbud, 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 Grahamstown 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 Grahamstown 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 356

21/12

R 835

Today

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23/12

R 734

24/12

R 519

25/12

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26/12

R 547

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The cheapest trip from Grahamstown to Butterworth, ZA was searched and found on 20 Dec 2025 with a price of R 356

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

You can expect to pay from R 356 to R 1 958 for a bus ticket from Grahamstown to Butterworth, ZA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 519, which is on 2025-12-24.

Usually 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.