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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Johannesburg (Park Station) | Fingoland Mall Bus Rank, Mthatha St | CheapestFastest | ||||
 | Bus | Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station) | Fingoland Mall, Mthatha Road | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Johannesburg (Park Station) | Fingoland Mall Bus Rank, Mthatha St | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Park Station, 96 Rissik St. | Fingoland Mall Bus Rank, Mthatha St | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Intercape Office, C/O Rissik and Wolmarans Street (Johannesburg Station) | Fingoland Mall, Mthatha Road | No tags |
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Get from Johannesburg to Butterworth
The journey takes about 14 hours 25 minutes and with fares starting at just $26, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Johannesburg and Butterworth?
Stops in Johannesburg
- B
Southgate Shopping Centre
Southgate Shopping Centre, Cnr Rifle Range and Colombine,, Johannesburg,Gauteng,SouthAfrica - C
Bethrams
Mozambique Touring Serices, 37 Bezuidenhout St, Troyeville, Johannesburg, 2094, South Africa - D
Park City Transit Centre, Johannesburg Station
Park City Transit Centre, Johannesburg Station (Bay21), 96 Rissik St, Johannesburg, 2000, South Africa - E
Eaglecity Kerk Street
84 Kerk St, Johannesburg, 2000, South Africa - F
Kerk Street
77 Nugget St, Hillbrow, Johannesburg, 2001, South Africa
Stops in Butterworth
- A
Butterworth - Ellerines, High Street
Ellerines, High Street, Butterworth, 4960, South Africa
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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Johannesburg to Butterworth, ZA by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Johannesburg to Butterworth?
The cheapest bus tickets from Johannesburg to Butterworth start from $26. The average price for this route is around $48. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Johannesburg to Butterworth?
The average bus trip duration from Johannesburg to Butterworth is 14h 25m, covering a distance of 424 miles (683 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 12h 30m and is operated by APM WC.
Which bus companies service the Johannesburg to Butterworth route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, Eagle Liner, APM WC, Greyhound South Africa, Big Sky, Flexi City Connect.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Johannesburg to Butterworth?
The earliest bus departs from Johannesburg to Butterworth at 5:00pm. And the latest bus departs at 8:00pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Johannesburg to Butterworth?
A bus trip from Johannesburg to Butterworth generates an estimated 17.0642 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Johannesburg 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 45784 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Johannesburg 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 has the most timely service from Johannesburg to Butterworth?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely 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 Johannesburg to Butterworth?
According to Busbud traveler 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.
The cheapest trip from Johannesburg to Butterworth, ZA was searched and found on Jun 13, 2026 with a price of $28To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Johannesburg to Butterworth, ZA, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $28 to $54 for a bus ticket from Johannesburg to Butterworth, ZA based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $29 which is on 2026-06-20.
Usually 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.
