Bus from Butterworth, ZA to Paarl: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Butterworth to Paarl on December 20
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
APMWCBus
    		Butterworth - High Street, Opposite Ellerines
    		Paarl - Shell Garage, C/o Suid and Hoof StreetCheapest
    BadelaBus
      		Fingoland Mall N2, Butterworth
      		PAARLFastest
      Intercape MainlinerBus
      		Butterworth
      		Paarl - Shell Garage, C/o Suid and Hoof StreetNo tags
      Makalala TransportBus
        		Fingoland Mall - N2 Buttersworth
        		PAARL - Shell Garage, 25 Main Rd, Southern PaarlNo tags
        Intercity XpressBus
        		Butterworth, Market Square
        		Paarl - Shell Garage, C/o Suid and Hoof StreetNo tags

        Last refresh of the prices: Last Sunday at 12:01 PM SAST.

        Compare 2 ways to go from Butterworth to Paarl

        We recommend taking the bus

        Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Paarl. The journey takes about 15 hours 10 minutes, and with fares starting at just $28, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

        10bus per day
        15h 10mAverage Duration
        871 kmDistance
        22kgCO₂ emissions
        Bus
        		Average Price$28 - $163Average Duration15h 10m
        22kg CO₂e
        Shuttle
        		Average Price$54 - $270Average Duration18h 5m
        27kg CO₂e

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

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

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

          The cheapest bus tickets from Butterworth to Paarl start from $28. The average price for this route is around $59. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

        2. How long is the bus ride from Butterworth to Paarl?

          The average bus travel time from Butterworth to Paarl is 15h 10m, covering a distance of 871 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 12h 20m and is operated by Badela.

        3. Which bus companies service the Butterworth to Paarl route?

          Several major bus companies operate on this route with 10 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, APM WC, Makalala Transport, Eagle Liner, Intercity Xpress, Badela, Flexi City Connect.

        4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Butterworth to Paarl?

          The earliest bus departs from Butterworth to Paarl at 1:40am. And the latest bus departs at 6:35pm.

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

          A bus trip from Butterworth to Paarl generates an estimated 22 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

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

          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 44309 reviews.

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

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

        8. Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Butterworth to Paarl?

          According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Intercape, with a punctuality rating of 3.1 out of 5 stars.

        9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Butterworth to Paarl?

          According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Intercape, with a cleanliness rating of 4.1 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
        12-15
        $31
        12-16
        $31
        Today
        $30
        12-18
        No data
        12-19
        No data
        12-20
        $32
        12-21
        No data
        12-22
        No data
        busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Butterworth, ZA to Paarl was searched and found on Dec 17, 2025 with a price of $30

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

        You can expect to pay from $30 to $85 for a bus ticket from Butterworth, ZA to Paarl based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $32 which is on 2025-12-20.

        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.

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