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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street | Butterworth - High Street, Opposite Ellerines | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street | Butterworth - Ellerines, High Street | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Frontier Country Hotel (Opposite Cathedral) | Butterworth - Ellerine Store, 14 High Street, Butterworth | No tags | ||||
| Bus | The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street | Butterworth - Ellerines, High Street | No tags | ||||
| Bus | The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street | Butterworth - Ellerines, High Street | No tags |
Get from Grahamstown to Butterworth
The journey takes about 4 hours 10 minutes, and with fares starting at just $36, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Grahamstown and Butterworth?
Stops in Grahamstown
- A
The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street
The Frontier Country Hotel, Bathurst Street, Grahamstown, Makhanda, 6139, 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 travelling from Grahamstown 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 Grahamstown to Butterworth?
The cheapest bus tickets from Grahamstown to Butterworth start from $36. The average price for this route is around $82. 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 Grahamstown to Butterworth?
The average bus travel time from Grahamstown to Butterworth is 4h 10m, covering a distance of 186 km. The quickest bus can get 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 are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Grahamstown to Butterworth?
The earliest bus departs from Grahamstown to Butterworth at 4:10am. And the latest bus departs at 9:40pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Grahamstown to Butterworth?
A bus trip from Grahamstown to Butterworth generates an estimated 5 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
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 44567 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Grahamstown to Butterworth?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Big Sky has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 1.5.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance 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.
The cheapest trip from Grahamstown to Butterworth, ZA was searched and found on Dec 24, 2025 with a price of $43To 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 $43 to $160 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 $43 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.
