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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 Mainliner Butterworth Port Elizabeth recent customer reviews
The bus arrived before 12am instead of 20:00pm, lack of communication, the bus stopped at Peddie for more than 3hours without saying a word.
I enjoyed nothing the bus was 7 hours late
It was good, Alive was assisted by the driver
Intercity Xpress is a long-distance bus company operating in South Africa. The company established itself as an affordable intercity bus operator, offering services between cities all over the country. Their coaches are equipped with standard seats and they have a generous luggage policy of up to 25 kg. Although they make an effort to respect their timetables, travelers report that delays are expected for Intercity Xpress, so it's good to be flexible with your schedule if you're traveling with them. Their cancellation policy is also flexible, as you can cancel your ticket up to 6 hours before travel time and get a refund of 80% of your ticket value.
Based on 803 reviews, the company was rated 3.7 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the departure location but often complained with the wifi. Big Sky ticket prices on this trip start at $19.00
Based on 338 reviews, the company was rated 1.8 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 $28.00
Butterworth to Port Elizabeth Buses
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Information on this bus route
Daily Departures | 11 |
Earliest and Latest Bus Departures | 12:55AM - 11:59PM |
Minimum Price | $18 |
Average Ticket Price | $25 |
Minimum Trip Duration | 5h50m |
Average Bus Trip Duration | 6h25m |
Distance | 185 miles (298 km) |
Bus Companies on This Route | Intercape, Intercity Xpress, Big Sky, APM WC |
Where are the popular bus stations and stops in Butterworth and Port Elizabeth?
Ellerines, High Street, Butterworth, 4960, South Africa
Butterworth - Ellerines, High StreetIntercape Office, N Union St, Port Elizabeth Central, Port Elizabeth, 6001, South Africa
Intercape Office, C/O Fleming and North Union Street (Central)262 Cape Rd, Port Elizabeth, 6001, South Africa
Newton Park - Eaglecity, 262 Cape Rd97 Westview Dr, Mill Park, Port Elizabeth, 6001, South Africa
Port Elizabeth - 97 Westview Dr.Railway Station, Cnr Harbor Road and Strand St, Port Elizabeth
Railway Station19 Nile Rd, Perridgevale, Port Elizabeth, 6001, South Africa
Greenacres - Intercape DepotIntercape office, Link Rd, Perridgevale, Port Elizabeth, 6001, South Africa
Port ElizabethFrequently asked questions for your trip Butterworth - Port Elizabeth
The best way to travel from Butterworth to Port Elizabeth is by bus. The bus trip is an affordable, safe and convenient way to travel between the two cities. Taking a ride with other travelers through carpool services is an additional option to consider.
The average travel time from Butterworth to Port Elizabeth is about 6h 25m, although the minimum time it takes to get there is 5h 50m with the fastest bus. This is the time it takes to travel the 186 miles (299 km) that separate the two cities.
The distance between the two cities is 186 miles (299 km).
On average, there are 11 daily departures on this route, offered by Intercape, Intercity Xpress and Big Sky. The number of buses from Butterworth to Port Elizabeth can differ depending on the day of the week. Want to make your bus journey from Butterworth to Port Elizabeth as effortless as possible? Busbud has got you covered! Browse schedules, pick the perfect bus for your travel style and budget - all in one place.
The first bus leaves at 12:55 AM and the last one leaves at 11:59 PM.
Most of the buses traveling from Butterworth to Port Elizabeth leave from Butterworth - Ellerines, High Street and arrive at Newton Park - Eaglecity, 262 Cape Rd. These are the primary departure and arrival locations on this route, there are other pick-up and drop-off locations that could make it easier for you to reach your destination.
The cheapest way to travel this route is by bus. With prices starting at $14, you won't find a more affordable way to get there.
The average bus ticket price from Butterworth to Port Elizabeth is $25. In the last 30 days, the prices ranged from $14 to $48, so it's good to do your research before booking.
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Much more than a mere vehicle taking you from Butterworth to Port Elizabeth, riding the bus will expose you to some of the most stunning panoramas while enroute to your final bus stop.
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Did you know?
9.2% of ground transportation in Europe is done by bus versus 7.4% by train.
The word 'bus' is an abbreviation of 'omnibus" which means 'for all' in Latin as buses were meant to be transportation for everybody.
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.
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Popular Buses Connecting Butterworth
Buses Leaving from Butterworth
- Bus from Butterworth to Cape Town
- Bus Butterworth - Johannesburg
- Butterworth - Durban
- Bus from Butterworth to Pretoria
- Bus Butterworth - Port Elizabeth
- Butterworth - Bloemfontein
- Bus from Butterworth to Germiston
- Bus Butterworth - Queenstown
- Butterworth - Pietermaritzburg
- Bus from Butterworth to Bellville
- Bus Butterworth - Welkom
- Butterworth - Grahamstown
- Bus from Butterworth to Ladysmith
- Bus Butterworth - East London
- Butterworth - Klerksdorp
Buses Going to Butterworth
- Bus from Cape Town to Butterworth
- Bus Johannesburg - Butterworth
- Durban - Butterworth
- Bus from Bellville to Butterworth
- Bus Pretoria - Butterworth
- Port Elizabeth - Butterworth
- Bus from Bloemfontein to Butterworth
- Bus Mthatha - Butterworth
- Queenstown - Butterworth
- Bus from Germiston to Butterworth
- Bus Midrand - Butterworth
- Klerksdorp - Butterworth
- Bus from Pietermaritzburg to Butterworth
- Bus Grahamstown - Butterworth
- Cofimvaba - Butterworth
Popular Buses Connecting Port Elizabeth
Buses Leaving from Port Elizabeth
- Bus from Port Elizabeth to Durban
- Bus Port Elizabeth - Pretoria
- Port Elizabeth - East London
- Bus from Port Elizabeth to Mthatha
- Bus Port Elizabeth - Bloemfontein
- Port Elizabeth - George
- Bus from Port Elizabeth to Queenstown
- Bus Port Elizabeth - Kokstad
- Port Elizabeth - Mossel Bay
- Bus from Port Elizabeth to Grahamstown
- Bus Port Elizabeth - Plettenberg Bay
- Port Elizabeth - Jeffreys Bay
- Bus from Port Elizabeth to Knysna
- Bus Port Elizabeth - Aliwal North
- Port Elizabeth - Pietermaritzburg
Buses Going to Port Elizabeth
- Bus from Uitenhage to Port Elizabeth
- Bus Durban - Port Elizabeth
- Pretoria - Port Elizabeth
- Bus from East London to Port Elizabeth
- Bus Bloemfontein - Port Elizabeth
- Mthatha - Port Elizabeth
- Bus from George to Port Elizabeth
- Bus Queenstown - Port Elizabeth
- Grahamstown - Port Elizabeth
- Bus from Kokstad to Port Elizabeth
- Bus Bellville - Port Elizabeth
- Mossel Bay - Port Elizabeth
- Bus from Welkom to Port Elizabeth
- Bus Pietermaritzburg - Port Elizabeth
- King William’s Town - Port Elizabeth
Popular routes in this country
- Bus from Cape Town to Mthatha
- Bus Johannesburg - Mthatha
- Bloemfontein - Johannesburg
- Bus from Pretoria to Cape Town
- Bus Mthatha - Johannesburg
- Port Elizabeth - Cape Town
- Bus from Johannesburg to Bloemfontein
- Bus Durban - Cape Town
- Johannesburg - Pietermaritzburg
- Bus from Cape Town to Port Elizabeth
- Bus Pietermaritzburg - Johannesburg
- Cape Town - Durban
- Bus from Bloemfontein to Durban
- Bus Bloemfontein - Pretoria
- Cape Town - King William’s Town