BUDAPEST - Getting here

Introduction

Budapest is easily accessible by air, road, and rail. Whether you are arriving by plane, car, or train, the city is well connected with Europe and beyond. Here's a quick guide on how to get to Budapest and how to reach the city center once you arrive.

✈️ By Air

Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD) is the main gateway to Hungary. It has direct flights from most major European cities such as London, Paris, Berlin, Rome, and Madrid, as well as long-haul connections including New York, Dubai, and Doha.📍 Location: 16 km southeast of the city center.

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🚖 From the Airport to the City

- **Taxi**: Only use the official airport taxi company (Főtaxi). A ride to the city center usually takes 30 minutes and costs around €25–30.
- **Airport Shuttle Bus (100E)**: Direct bus to the city center (Deák Ferenc Square). Runs every 20 minutes, ticket price approx. €5.
- **Public Transport (200E + Metro)**: Cheaper option, but requires a transfer to the metro line.

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🚗 By Car

Budapest is connected to neighboring countries by an extensive motorway network. Driving in from Austria, Slovakia, Romania, or Croatia is straightforward. Note that Hungarian highways require a digital toll sticker ("autópálya matrica"). These can be purchased online or at petrol stations before entering the motorway.Approximate driving times:
- Vienna to Budapest: 2.5 hours
- Bratislava to Budapest: 2 hours
- Zagreb to Budapest: 3.5 hours

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🚆 By Train

Budapest has three main international railway stations: Keleti, Nyugati, and Déli. Regular trains connect the city with Vienna, Bratislava, Prague, and Belgrade. The stations are well connected to the metro and tram system for easy onward travel.

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🗺️ Map

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Practical Info

- Official currency: Hungarian Forint (HUF).
- Always use the official airport taxis (Főtaxi).
- Pre-purchase motorway stickers when arriving by car.
- Train tickets can be booked online at mavcsoport.hu.