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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Butterworth - High Street, Opposite Ellerines | Umtata Station | CheapestFastest | ||||
 | Bus | BUTTERWORTH | Circle Triangle Bus Rank - Mthatha | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Butterworth | Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2 | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Butterworth | Shell Ultra City, Shell Garage N2 | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Fingoland Mall - N2 Buttersworth | MTHATHA (RAILWAY) - Mthatha Railway Station,King Edward Street | No tags |
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Get from Butterworth to Mthatha
The journey takes about 1 hour 40 minutes, and with fares starting at just R 299, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Butterworth and Mthatha?
Stops in Butterworth
- A
Butterworth - Ellerines, High Street
Ellerines, High Street, Butterworth, 4960, South Africa
Stops in Mthatha
- A
Southridge Park - Shell Ultra City
Shell Ultra City, N2, Southridge Park, Mthatha, 5100, South Africa - B
Umtata Station
King Edward Street, opposite Train Station, Norwood, Mthatha, 5160, South Africa
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Butterworth, ZA to Mthatha by bus
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Butterworth to Mthatha?
The cheapest bus tickets from Butterworth to Mthatha start at R 299. The average price for this route is around R 520. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Butterworth to Mthatha?
The average bus journey time from Butterworth to Mthatha is 1h 40m, covering a distance of 98 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 55m and is operated by Jobela Star.
Which bus companies service the Butterworth to Mthatha route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 18 buses available per day, including services from Intercape, Intercity Xpress, APM WC, Eagle Liner, Big Sky, Mavumisa Transport, Jobela Star, Greyhound South Africa, Makalala Transport, Flexi City Connect.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Butterworth to Mthatha?
The earliest bus departs from Butterworth to Mthatha at 00:25. And the latest bus departs at 23:55.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Butterworth to Mthatha?
A bus trip from Butterworth to Mthatha produces an estimated 2 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.
What is the best bus company from Butterworth to Mthatha?
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 45626 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Butterworth to Mthatha?
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 offers the most punctual service from Butterworth to Mthatha?
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 Butterworth to Mthatha?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Big Sky, 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.
The cheapest trip from Butterworth, ZA to Mthatha was searched and found on 22 Jan 2026 with a price of R 259To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Butterworth, ZA to Mthatha as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 259 to R 1 136 for a bus ticket from Butterworth, ZA to Mthatha based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 260, which is on 2026-01-26.
Usually Mavumisa Transport 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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