Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD) to Budapest
The 100E airport express bus runs directly from Terminal 2 to Deák Ferenc tér in the centre in about 35–45 minutes. A taxi from the official rank takes 25–40 minutes and costs a fixed zone-based fare.
Best for most people: Bus. The 100E is direct, runs frequently and drops you at the city's main metro hub without changes.
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| How | Time | How often | Price* | Hours | Good to know |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| bus 100E airport express bus from Terminal 2 to Kálvin tér, Astoria and Deák Ferenc tér | about 35–45 min | every 10–20 min | about 2,200–2,500 HUF (special airport shuttle ticket) | roughly early morning to around midnight; check last departures | Regular BKK tickets and most passes are not valid on the 100E; buy the dedicated ticket at the machine at the stop or by contactless card. |
| bus + metro Bus 200E to Kőbánya-Kispest, then metro M3 to the centre | about 50–60 min | every 10–20 min | about 450–500 HUF per single ticket; you need one for the bus and one for the metro unless you have a pass | about 04:00–23:00 | Cheapest option and valid with travelcards. Night bus 900 replaces it late at night. |
| taxi Official airport taxi partner (Főtaxi) at the rank outside Arrivals | 25–40 min | about 11,000–14,000 HUF to the centre, fixed by zone | 24 h | Ask for the fare to your address at the taxi desk before you leave; cards are accepted. | |
| ride-hailing Bolt operates in Budapest | 25–40 min | similar to taxis, depending on demand | 24 h | Use the signed pick-up point. |
*Approximate 2026 prices and times. Services change: check the operator before you fly, especially for late arrivals.
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Tips
- Do not accept rides from people approaching you inside the terminal; use the official taxi rank.
- Prices in Hungary are in forint (HUF); cash machines in Arrivals give a better rate than exchange booths.
- Validate paper tickets on the 200E bus and in the metro; inspectors fine passengers who forget.
- For a short stay, a 24-hour or 72-hour Budapest travelcard covers the 200E bus and the metro but not the 100E.
Common questions
How much is a taxi from Budapest airport?
The official airport taxi uses fixed fares by zone; a ride to the centre usually costs about 11,000–14,000 HUF. Check the price for your address at the taxi desk in Arrivals before you get in. Cards are accepted. Avoid unofficial drivers offering rides inside the terminal.
Is there public transport at night?
Yes. The 100E airport express runs until around midnight, and night bus 900 runs through the night between the airport area and the city. With luggage late at night, many travellers prefer the official taxi. Check the BKK timetable for exact last departures before you fly.
How long does it take to get to the centre?
The 100E bus reaches Deák Ferenc tér in about 35–45 minutes. The cheaper 200E bus plus metro M3 takes about 50–60 minutes. A taxi takes 25–40 minutes depending on traffic, which can be heavy at rush hour on the main roads into the city.
Can I use a normal ticket on the 100E?
No. The 100E needs its own airport shuttle ticket, which costs more than a standard single. Buy it at the machine at the stop or pay contactless where available. Regular BKK single tickets and travelcards are valid on the 200E bus and metro but not on the 100E.
Compiled by TonyPlan from airport and transport-operator information and travel knowledge; updated 2026-10-05. Anything we could not confirm is marked as approximate.