All Direct Transfer Routes From Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)
BUD
35 min
The 100E Airport Express Bus is the #1 choice for tourists (35–45 mins directly to Kálvin tér, Astoria & Deák Ferenc tér for 2,500 HUF / ~€6.30, running 24/7 with contactless payment on board). Budget pass-holders can take Bus 200E + Metro M3 for 900 HUF (or free with a Budapest Travelcard). For a taxi, use the official Főtaxi booth outside arrivals (10,000–12,500 HUF / ~€26–€32).
Terminals & Station Layout
All commercial flights use Terminal 2 (divided into Terminal 2A for Schengen flights and Terminal 2B for non-Schengen flights), connected by the SkyCourt shopping and dining atrium. Ground transport bays are directly in front of the terminal exit.
Taxi Rules & Scams to Avoid
Never accept taxi offers from individuals soliciting inside the terminal. Budapest has strictly regulated taxi tariffs (440 HUF base + 440 HUF/km). Use only the official Főtaxi outdoor ticket booths where you receive a printed route voucher with a barcode and estimated fare.
Late-Night Arrivals (After Midnight)
The 100E Airport Express bus operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, departing every 20–30 minutes during the early morning hours directly to Kálvin tér, Astoria, and Deák Ferenc tér. You can pay on board directly with any contactless Visa/Mastercard.
STRESS-FREE DOOR-TO-DOOR OPTION
Prefer a Driver Waiting at Budapest (BUD) Arrivals?
Traveling with heavy suitcases, young children, or landing after midnight? Pre-book a fixed-price private airport transfer or express rail pass on Klook with instant confirmation and no meter haggling.
ARRIVAL CONNECTIVITY & RIDE-HAILING TIP
Need Mobile Data at the Terminal for Bolt & Maps?
Airport Wi-Fi often drops outside the terminal curb where Bolt pickup zones are located. Install a local eSIM before your flight so you can order a ride, translate station signs, and show digital train QR tickets immediately after landing.