How to Get from Budapest Airport to the City Centre
Budapest Ferenc Liszt Airport is about 20 km from the city centre. There is an express bus, a bus with a metro change, taxis and private transfers. Here is what to choose.
Private transfer instead of changes
Door to door, the price is fixed when you book, 24/7. We usually reply within an hour.
Budapest Airport to the city centre: all options compared
By car it takes 30 to 40 minutes from the airport to central Budapest, longer at rush hour.
| Option | Departs from | Travel time | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bus 100E | stop outside Terminal 2 | about 35 to 40 min to Deák Ferenc tér | travellers with light luggage |
| Bus 200E and metro M3 | stop outside Terminal 2 | about 45 to 60 min with a change | budget travellers |
| Taxi | official taxi rank at the terminal | about 30 to 40 min | if you have not booked a car |
| Private transfer | arrivals hall, name sign | about 30 to 40 min, for any flight | families, groups, luggage, night flights |
Budapest Airport transfer: price and terms
A private transfer from Budapest Airport to the city costs from 40 €. The driver tracks your flight, meets you in the arrivals hall with a name sign and waits free of charge. For the way back book a Budapest city to airport transfer.
From Budapest to Vienna and Bratislava
From Budapest we drive to the neighbouring capitals: a Budapest to Vienna transfer from 330 € and a Budapest to Bratislava transfer from 300 €. For all ways to travel see how to get from Vienna to Budapest.
Frequently asked questions
How far is Budapest Airport from the city centre?
About 20 km, 30 to 40 minutes by car.
Which bus goes from Budapest Airport to the city centre?
The 100E express runs from Terminal 2 to Deák Ferenc tér in about 35 to 40 minutes. It needs a special ticket, ordinary passes are not valid.
How much is a transfer from Budapest Airport to the city centre?
With us from 40 €. The price is per car and fixed when you book.
What if my flight is delayed?
The driver tracks your flight and waits free of charge, there is no extra fee.
Can I go straight from Budapest Airport to Vienna or Bratislava?
Yes, Bratislava is about 200 km away and Vienna about 250 km. The driver takes you there without any changes.
Private transfer instead of changes
Door to door, the price is fixed when you book, 24/7. We usually reply within an hour.
