Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD) is Hungary’s primary aviation gateway. It features two connected terminals: Terminal 2A (Schengen flights) and Terminal 2B (non-Schengen flights), linked by the central SkyCourt hall.

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Keleti Pályaudvar (Eastern Railway Station) is the primary hub for international trains from Vienna, Munich, and Zurich.

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Nyugati Pályaudvar (Western Railway Station) is an architectural masterpiece serving domestic routes to the east and international trains from Prague and Berlin.

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Déli Pályaudvar (Southern Railway Station) is the primary hub on the Buda side, connecting to Lake Balaton, Croatia, and Slovenia.

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The following transport options are available from/to Budapest Airport:

The following transport options are available from/to Keleti Station:

The following transport options are available from/to Nyugati Station:

The following transport options are available from/to Déli Station:

100E Airport Express

The 100E Express runs from the airport to Deák Ferenc tér in 35–45 minutes. It operates 24/7. Tickets (2,500 HUF) can be bought in the app or via Budapest Pay&GO devices on the bus.

Bus + Metro (200E + M3)

Take Bus 200E to Kőbánya-Kispest, then transfer to Metro Line M3. This is the cheapest option using a standard ticket or travelcard.

Metro

The M2 (Red) and M4 (Green) metro lines connect Keleti to the city center in 5–10 minutes. Physical tickets must be validated at the orange/red boxes before entering the platform.

Bus

Numerous buses stop at Baross tér, including Line 7 which runs frequently to Pest and Buda.

Metro & Tram

The M3 (Blue) metro line connects Nyugati directly to the city center. The 4 and 6 Trams stop in front, running 24/7 along the Grand Boulevard.

Metro & Tram

Déli is the terminus for the M2 (Red) metro line. Trams 17, 56, and 61 provide connections to the Castle District and residential Buda.

Főtaxi is the only official airport partner.

• Location: Booths are located immediately outside the arrivals doors of Terminal 2A and 2B.
• Process: State your destination at the kiosk to receive a printed voucher with an estimated price.
• Price: A ride to the city center typically costs 12,000–15,000 HUF.

Official ranks are located outside each station. Always ensure the meter is running.

• Keleti: Baross tér exit.
• Nyugati: Near the WestEnd Mall entrance.
• Déli: Street level exit.

Rideshare services like Uber and Bolt at Budapest Airport operate in partnership with licensed taxi companies. Pickups are located directly outside the arrivals level of Terminals 2A and 2B.

Terminal 2A (Schengen Arrivals)

Location: Exit the terminal and proceed to the first curb.

Process: Request your ride in the app to receive a 6-digit PIN. Walk to the designated Uber/rideshare stand and provide the PIN to the first available driver to begin the trip.

Terminal 2B (Non-Schengen Arrivals)

Location: Exit the terminal and walk to the second curb.

Best For: This area is the primary pickup for larger vehicles, such as Uber XL, which accommodates up to six passengers.

The pickup area is typically in the parking zone near the main station entrance.

Budapest Airport is fully step-free and accessible. Passengers with reduced mobility (PRM) can request assistance via their airline or at any of the yellow PRM call points throughout the terminals.

Assistance for disabled passengers is available at all major MÁV stations, but must be requested at least 24 hours in advance via the official website or call center (+36 1 3 49 49 49).

• Keleti: The main hall is level; modern elevators provide access to the international underpass and metro lines.
• Nyugati: Features modern lifts to the M3 metro and street level following recent renovations.
• Déli: Elevators connect the upper train platforms to the lower street and M2 metro levels.

The Lost Property Office is located in Terminal 2B (Arrivals) on the ground floor. If you lost an item at security, visit the information desk in the SkyCourt.

For items lost at stations or on trains, visit the local customer service desk:

• Keleti: Visit the Utascentrum (Customer Center) in the underpass level.
• Nyugati: Office located near platform 13.
• Déli: Visit the main Ticket Office area.

• First Aid: A 24/7 medical service is available on the Arrivals level of Terminal 2B. Contact any staff member or use the information desks in the SkyCourt for assistance.
• Pharmacy: BENU Pharmacy is located on the Gallery Level (2nd floor) of Terminal 2B (pre-security).

• Pharmacy: Keleti Gyógyszertár (Rákóczi út 86) is directly across the square from the station’s main front entrance.
• First Aid: No dedicated public medical room; contact staff at the Utascentrum (underpass) for immediate assistance.

• Pharmacy: Teréz Patika (Teréz krt. 41) is a 24/7 pharmacy located 2 minutes walk from the station. Another pharmacy is inside the adjacent WestEnd Mall.
• First Aid: Contact staff at the Customer Service Office (near platform 13).

• Pharmacy: Alkotás Patika (Alkotás u. 1/b) is located immediately next to the main station entrance.
• First Aid: Contact staff at the main ticket office.

Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD) is Hungary’s primary aviation gateway. It features two connected terminals: Terminal 2A (Schengen flights) and Terminal 2B (non-Schengen flights), linked by the central SkyCourt hall.

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Airport Map

Terminal 2A

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Keleti Pályaudvar (Eastern Railway Station) is the primary hub for international trains from Vienna, Munich, and Zurich.

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Nyugati Pályaudvar (Western Railway Station) is an architectural masterpiece serving domestic routes to the east and international trains from Prague and Berlin.

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Déli Pályaudvar (Southern Railway Station) is the primary hub on the Buda side, connecting to Lake Balaton, Croatia, and Slovenia.

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The following transport options are available from/to Budapest Airport:

The following transport options are available from/to Keleti Station:

The following transport options are available from/to Nyugati Station:

The following transport options are available from/to Déli Station:

100E Airport Express

The 100E Express runs from the airport to Deák Ferenc tér in 35–45 minutes. It operates 24/7. Tickets (2,500 HUF) can be bought in the app or via Budapest Pay&GO devices on the bus.

Bus + Metro (200E + M3)

Take Bus 200E to Kőbánya-Kispest, then transfer to Metro Line M3. This is the cheapest option using a standard ticket or travelcard.

Metro

The M2 (Red) and M4 (Green) metro lines connect Keleti to the city center in 5–10 minutes. Physical tickets must be validated at the orange/red boxes before entering the platform.

Bus

Numerous buses stop at Baross tér, including Line 7 which runs frequently to Pest and Buda.

Metro & Tram

The M3 (Blue) metro line connects Nyugati directly to the city center. The 4 and 6 Trams stop in front, running 24/7 along the Grand Boulevard.

Metro & Tram

Déli is the terminus for the M2 (Red) metro line. Trams 17, 56, and 61 provide connections to the Castle District and residential Buda.

For trans-atlantic or non-Schengen flights (e.g., USA, UK, Asia), arrive 3 hours before departure. For European Schengen flights, 2 hours is sufficient.

• Terminal 2A: Serves Schengen zone destinations.
• Terminal 2B: Serves all non-Schengen destinations.

Check-in desks are located on the upper level of both terminals. If you only have carry-on luggage and a mobile boarding pass, you can proceed directly to security in the SkyCourt.

For international and domestic trains, arrive 30–45 minutes before your scheduled departure. There is no formal check-in or boarding procedure; you may proceed directly to your platform once it is announced.

Security & Screening

Security screening is located on the upper level of the central SkyCourt building.

• Electronics: Modern CT scanners are in use; you generally do not need to remove laptops or large tablets from your bag.
• Liquids: The 100ml limit for individual containers in a single 1L transparent bag remains strictly enforced due to EU regulations.

Passport Control

If your flight departs from Terminal 2B (non-Schengen), you must pass through passport control after security. Automated EasyPass gates are available for EU, EEA, and Swiss citizens with biometric passports to speed up the process.

Security & Screening

There are no security checkpoints or luggage x-ray screenings for trains departing from Budapest hubs. You are free to carry liquids and personal items onto the train without restriction.

Procedure

1. Customs (VÁM): The desk is located in the corridor connecting Terminal 2A and 2B, before security. You MUST present your unused goods and get your tax-free forms stamped BEFORE you check your luggage.
2. Refund: After security, visit the Interchange desk in the SkyCourt or B-Pier to receive your refund in cash or via credit card.

VAT refund services are not available at Budapest train stations. Refunds must be processed at the final EU exit point (typically the airport or a border crossing).

Budapest Airport is fully step-free and accessible. Passengers with reduced mobility (PRM) can request assistance via their airline or at any of the yellow PRM call points throughout the terminals.

Assistance for disabled passengers is available at all major MÁV stations, but must be requested at least 24 hours in advance via the official website or call center (+36 1 3 49 49 49).

• Keleti: The main hall is level; modern elevators provide access to the international underpass and metro lines.
• Nyugati: Features modern lifts to the M3 metro and street level following recent renovations.
• Déli: Elevators connect the upper train platforms to the lower street and M2 metro levels.

The Lost Property Office is located in Terminal 2B (Arrivals) on the ground floor. If you lost an item at security, visit the information desk in the SkyCourt.

For items lost at stations or on trains, visit the local customer service desk:

• Keleti: Visit the Utascentrum (Customer Center) in the underpass level.
• Nyugati: Office located near platform 13.
• Déli: Visit the main Ticket Office area.

• First Aid: A 24/7 medical service is available on the Arrivals level of Terminal 2B. Contact any staff member or use the information desks in the SkyCourt for assistance.
• Pharmacy: BENU Pharmacy is located on the Gallery Level (2nd floor) of Terminal 2B (pre-security).

• Pharmacy: Keleti Gyógyszertár (Rákóczi út 86) is directly across the square from the station’s main front entrance.
• First Aid: No dedicated public medical room; contact staff at the Utascentrum (underpass) for immediate assistance.

• Pharmacy: Teréz Patika (Teréz krt. 41) is a 24/7 pharmacy located 2 minutes walk from the station. Another pharmacy is inside the adjacent WestEnd Mall.
• First Aid: Contact staff at the Customer Service Office (near platform 13).

• Pharmacy: Alkotás Patika (Alkotás u. 1/b) is located immediately next to the main station entrance.
• First Aid: Contact staff at the main ticket office.