How do I get from Butterworth to Bloemfontein without flying?

Taking the bus is the best way to travel to Bloemfontein without flying. Traveling by bus offers a budget-friendly, secure, and easy way to go between the two cities. Taking a ride with other travelers through carpool services is an additional option to consider.

How long is the bus trip from Butterworth to Bloemfontein?

On average, the trip from Butterworth to Bloemfontein takes around 7h 55m, although the minimum time it takes to get there is 6h 45m with the fastest bus. This is the time it takes to travel the 250 miles (403 km) that separate the two cities.

How far is Butterworth from Bloemfontein?

The distance separating Butterworth and Bloemfontein is 250 miles (403 km).

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Butterworth to Bloemfontein?

Most of the buses traveling from Butterworth to Bloemfontein leave from Butterworth - Ellerines, High Street and arrive at Engen Bloemfontein 1 Stop South. These are the most popular pick-up and drop-off locations on this route, there are other pick-up and drop-off locations that could make it easier for you to reach your destination.

What is the cheapest way to travel from Butterworth to Bloemfontein?

Go for the bus if you want the most cost-effective way to travel this route. The lowest price for the bus on this route is $20.

How much does a bus ticket from Butterworth to Bloemfontein cost?

You can expect to pay around $25 for a bus ticket. Over the last 30 days, the prices ranged between $20 and $53, so make sure to compare them to get the best option.

Butterworth, ZA to Bloemfontein Bus Tickets

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from $21

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from $21

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This trip is recommended because it is: Cheapest
Departure time: May 2 at 3:15pm
Departure city: Butterworth
Departure location: Butterworth - High Street, Opposite Ellerines
Arrival time: May 2 at 10:05pm
Destination city: Bloemfontein
Destination location: Bloemfontein Tourist Centre
Operated by: APMWC
Vehicle: BusDuration: 6h 50m
This trip is recommended because it is: Fastest
Departure time: May 2 at 3:20pm
Departure city: Butterworth
Departure location: Butterworth - High Street, Opposite Ellerines
Arrival time: May 2 at 10:05pm
Destination city: Bloemfontein
Destination location: Bloemfontein Tourist Centre
Operated by: APMWC
Vehicle: BusDuration: 6h 45m
Departure time: May 2 at 3:05pm
Departure city: Butterworth
Departure location: Butterworth
Arrival time: May 2 at 11:00pm
Destination city: Bloemfontein
Destination location: Intercape Office, Park Road (Tourist Centre)
Operated by: Intercape Mainliner Express
Vehicle: BusDuration: 7h 55m
Departure time: May 2 at 4:15pm
Departure city: Butterworth
Departure location: Butterworth
Arrival time: May 3 at 12:20am
Destination city: Bloemfontein
Destination location: Intercape Office, Park Road (Tourist Centre)
Operated by: Intercape Budgetliner
Vehicle: BusDuration: 8h 5m
Departure time: May 2 at 2:30pm
Departure city: Butterworth
Departure location: Butterworth - Ellerine Store, 14 High Street, Butterworth
Arrival time: May 2 at 10:50pm
Destination city: Bloemfontein
Destination location: Bloemfontein Tourist Centre
Operated by: Eagle Liner
Vehicle: BusDuration: 8h 20m

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Bus Butterworth to Bloemfontein: Trip Overview

Average ticket price$25

Average bus trip duration7h 55m

Number of daily buses5

Earliest bus departure2:30pm

Distance250 miles (402 km)

Latest bus departure6:00pm

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Intercape

3.5/539,489 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness3.2

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi1.2

Intercape is a long-distance bus company operating mainly in South Africa, but also in Namibia, Botswana and Mozambique. One of the largest and most reputable intercity bus operators in the region, Intercape buses are known for their safety, comfort, and convenience, presenting three bus classes: sleepliner, mainline and budgetliner, each with its own features and level of comfort. Every coach is equipped with bathrooms, air conditioning, individual reading lights, reclining seats, and onboard audio/video entertainment to make your journey even more enjoyable. The company operates a network of routes across South Africa and neighboring countries, connecting major cities and towns.

Intercape Budgetliner Butterworth Bloemfontein recent customer reviews

They were on time

Siseko C.

July 12, 2024

It was ok I enjoyed my trip a lot

Ester N.

November 21, 2023

APM WC

2/51,749 reviews

Staff2.5

Timeliness0.9

Cleanliness2.5

Wifi0.4

Based on 1749 reviews, the company was rated 1.9 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the cleanliness but often complained with the wifi. APM WC ticket prices on this trip start at $20.00

APMWC Butterworth Bloemfontein recent customer reviews

I didn’t enjoy anything because the bus was almost 2 hours late, and later got lost in a town which we spent another 2 hours at. The bus was supposed to arrive at 22:05pm at my destination but it arrived at 02:00am.

Kuhle N.

March 19, 2025

Very terrible, the bus was supposed to leave Butterworth at 16:20 but they called to tell us that, the bus will leave at 14: 00 bear in mind that we were in the rural areas 2 hrs from Butterworth, we had to leave the funeral very early to try and catch the bus at 14:00, very unprofessional bus, will never use it again.

Pumelela L.

April 15, 2024

Eagle Liner

2.5/58,660 reviews

Staff3.7

Timeliness2.3

Cleanliness3.5

Wifi0.7

Users have shared positive feedback about the friendly and professional drivers, as well as the clean buses that maintain a pleasant atmosphere. The service is generally punctual, with some instances of late departures being offset by timely arrivals. However, there are occasional issues such as non-functional charger ports and limited legroom due to reclining seats.

Eagle Liner Butterworth Bloemfontein recent customer reviews

The passenger in front of me kept pushing the chair back. Which made less room for my legs and made my legs painful. Besides that and the bus arriving 30 minutes late the experience was good.

Zikhona Z.

December 27, 2024

I was very happy with bus 803, the heaters were on unlike the other one I used. But charger ports are not working and it fetched us late. But nice traveling because we arrived on time even though it was late for departure

Thapelo T.

July 2, 2024

The treatment and communication

Sakhumzi M.

February 8, 2024

Greyhound South Africa

3/57,661 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness2.9

Cleanliness4

Wifi1.2

Two's Tours

1.5/512 reviews

Staff2.2

Timeliness1

Cleanliness2

Wifi0

Big Sky

3.5/52,106 reviews

Staff4.4

Timeliness3.3

Cleanliness4.3

Wifi1.6

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

Butterworth to Bloemfontein Bus

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Where are the popular stops in Butterworth and Bloemfontein?

Stops in Butterworth

A - Butterworth - Ellerines, High Street

Stops in Bloemfontein

A - Engen Bloemfontein 1 Stop South

B - Bloemfontein Tourist Centre

C - Engen Mangaung

Frequently asked questions for your trip Butterworth - Bloemfontein

How do I get from Butterworth to Bloemfontein without flying?
How long is the bus trip from Butterworth to Bloemfontein?
How far is Butterworth from Bloemfontein?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Butterworth to Bloemfontein?
What is the cheapest way to travel from Butterworth to Bloemfontein?
How much does a bus ticket from Butterworth to Bloemfontein cost?

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$20

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$21

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$21

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$20

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$21

05/05

$19

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The cheapest trip from Butterworth to Bloemfontein was searched and found on May 5, 2025 with a price of $19

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

You can expect to pay from $19 to $40 for a bus ticket from Butterworth to Bloemfontein based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $19 which is on 2025-05-05.

Usually BUDGETLINER 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.

About Bus Travel

Bus Travel Tips

Make friends with the driver. They usually know a lot about your destination and may even recommend which side of the bus to sit on to get the best views on the road between Butterworth and Bloemfontein!

Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Butterworth to Bloemfontein, get comfy and count the stars.

Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Butterworth to Bloemfontein.

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Did you know?

Did you know that 80% of the buses in North America are equipped with WiFi and power outlets ? And 60% of bus travelers have used their electronic device on board during 2014.

The bus driver with the longest career in the world drove more than 2,000,000 miles and is a happy World Record holder.

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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Bus Butterworth to Bloemfontein: Trip Overview

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Where are the popular stops in Butterworth and Bloemfontein?

Frequently asked questions for your trip Butterworth - Bloemfontein

How do I get from Butterworth to Bloemfontein without flying?

How long is the bus trip from Butterworth to Bloemfontein?

How far is Butterworth from Bloemfontein?

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Butterworth to Bloemfontein?

What is the cheapest way to travel from Butterworth to Bloemfontein?

How much does a bus ticket from Butterworth to Bloemfontein cost?

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