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TransportationTRANSPORTATION
Getting around in Hungary and Budapest is generally no different from the transportation in your own country, except for the fact that it's usually much cheaper! If you're just travelling around, buses, trains and public transportation are your best options. If you'll be here for a longer period of time, however, you may want to consider renting a car. Arrival and Transfer to the city Air travel Budapest Airport Ferihegy is served by many well-known international airlines, as well as several low-cost European carriers. There are also several regional airports throughout the country. Check the website: www.bud.hu for more info. Budapest Airport Ferihegy
Ground Transportation You can get to Budapest from Ferihegy Airport in one of several ways. The easiest but most expensive is to take a taxi or shuttle service, which should cost between Ft 4,100-4,300. Buy tickets from a kiosk outside the main entrances. There is now a rail connection between terminal 1 and Budapest Nyugati (Western) station, which is actually just north of downtown. Turn left after leaving the terminal, it's a 100m walk. A footbridge with elevators helps to cross the main road. All slow-trains on the Budapest-Cegléd-Szolnok route stop at the station. Trains depart approximately every 30 minutes, and take 20-25 minutes. The current fare is Ft 300 (€1.22). Tickets can be purchased within the terminal from 9am to 10pm. Outside this hours tickets can be purchased on the train for no extra charge. You can also take the city bus #200, which has an airport sign on it and announces the stops in English, from either terminal to Kőbánya-Kispest, where you can take the (blue) Metro 3 line to the city. However, as this route requires two public transport tickets totaling at least Ft. 380, and is more demanding in terms of navigation and comfort, is it not recommended. Taxis How to choose your taxi 1.Taxis have the word “Taxi” written on them and have yellow registration number plates. Be careful to choose a well marked car with logos and not just a ‘Taxi’ sign on the top! By far the most common complaint of tourists in Budapest is being "taken for a ride" in a taxi and charged exorbitant fees. 2. It is compulsory for taxis to use a faremeter that can give a receipt. The price charged is calculated according to the distance travelled and will also include a fixed booking fee and (if appropriate) a waiting fee. 3. It is customary to give a tip of ten percent, depending on the level of satisfaction. The total charge to be paid by the passenger is made up of 3 separate parts: A transfer from the airport to the centre should not be more than around 4-5.000 HUF. The larger taxi companies often charge rates far lower than the maximum listed above. 4. Taxis are often cheaper if you call ahead than hailing one on the street. Make a note of the following companies, many of which should have an English-speaking operator. You will need to give your name and the address or approximate location to be picked up. Alternatively, if you call from a public phone, the operator should be able to trace exactly where you are.Taxi companies in Budapest
Public Transportation Budapest’s network of public transport services includes buses, trolleybuses, trams, underground trains (Metró) and above-ground suburban trains (HÉV). Schedules:
More information: www.bkv.hu
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