Travelling to Budapest
Budapest is known as a vibrant, centrally located capital with a rich cultural heritage and excellent international accessibility. Budapest is well connected by both air and rail, with direct flights to major European cities and efficient public transportation within the city.
Thanks to plentiful buses, boats, trams, and metro trains, getting around Budapest is easy. The Hungarian capital is highly walkable, and for the times when you need to go further afield or get somewhere quickly, there are plenty of options.
By train
Budapest is a well-connected city with direct links to many other European cities. By choosing to travel by train, you contribute to Eurodoc’s environmental commitments. International trains arrive at Keleti (Eastern), Nyugati (Western), or Déli (Southern) railway stations.
You can find all trains to and from Budapest in the Eurail timetable.
By bus
It is possible to take an international bus to arrive in Budapest. For example, with Flixbus. Buses arrive at several stations, including Budapest-Kelenföld, Népliget, and the Airport (BUD). It is highly recommended to book in advance via the FlixBus app or website to secure lower prices.
By plane
International flights to Budapest land at Ferenc Liszt International Airport, southeast of the city. Shuttle bus 100E will drop you into the city centre in just over 30 minutes. Or take metro line M3 on weekdays.
The direct bus from Budapest airport to the city center departs every 10-15 minutes (or every 30 minutes during the night). This is Bus 100E and will take about 45 minutes, depending on traffic. The bus operates 24/7 so it is a great option, no matter what time you arrive. Tickets can be purchased at the airport ticket booths, inside the bus, or in the BKK mobile app.
By car
If you’d prefer to drive your own vehicle while in the city, there are a number of parking options available. At the time of writing, Budapest’s four different parking zones range in price from 200 Ft per hour to 600 Ft per hour.