Budapest Airport Shuttle and Airport Transfer for Groups
Travelling to and from Budapest Airport (BUD): the basics
Budapest Airport Terminals 2A and 2B serve international and domestic flights while Terminal 1 is dedicated to freight services. Terminal 2 is 20 kms away from Budapest city center, and can be accessed by car in approximately 30 to 40 minutes depending on traffic. An often crowded shuttle bus (public bus 100E) connects the city center with the airport running every half hour from 4 AM until 12 PM. Railway stop “Ferihegy Airport” is 7 kms from Terminal 2, and can be accessed by city buses. The railway station serves southern and eastern Hungary with trains running approximately every hour from early morning until midnight. Click here for an electronic domestic train schedule. Public transport is relatively cheap but often crowded, and you may have to stand throughout jour journey. Ticket machines may be available, or tickets can be bought from booths during daytime. Finding a booth selling tickets in off-peak hours can be challenging, and the city’s rude and merciless ticket controllers are famous for hunting down clueless foreigners. Taxi services are also available at the airport, but private cab drivers can easily overcharge. We recommend booking a service in advance, or calling a reputed taxi service provider through the phone. There is a modestly priced minibus service for passengers who are willing to wait until a minibus fills. In peak hours the minibus service can easily take hours as each passenger is taken directly to their destination address. Uber is no longer allowed to provide a service in Hungary.
Shuttle bus to and from Budapest Airport (BUD)
Rent a private bus, minibus, limo or party bus to arrange your airport transfer from Budapest Airport. There are multiple advantages of an airport transfer charter bus compared to locally available services:
- your comfortable seat will be guaranteed, and your luggage will be attended and stored safely
- you can avoid the crowds and the hassle with tickets, conductors, and sneaky taxi drivers
- you can avoid disproportionate surcharges for transfers beyond the city boundaries
- ideal for medium to large groups (for smaller groups call a reliable professional taxi company like City Taxi)
- the parking lot is situated conveniently just below the terminals
- in case your group is ready to board, airport transfer buses can also pick you up right at the entrance (waiting time is limited to 10 mins)
- travel destinations are not limited to nearby locations
- you can pick the right kind of bus from the comfort of your home, from corporate charter bus to limo or party bus
- favourable and flexible prices: booking in advance, or booking multiple buses can grant you discounts
Recommended airport transfer vehicles from Budapest Airport
There are many different kinds of vehicles that might suit different individual needs. Pick the bus of your preference, and give us a call or write us an email for more info about prices and availability:
- Hire a regular corporate charter bus (details here) for an airport transfer if your group consists of professionals, conference visitors or sports teams who value a quality service, non-stop connectivity through free wifi, convenient air conditioning in a high-profile, state-of-the art vehicle
- Hire a minibus or midibus (details here) for a small group or extended family members visiting for a reunion or travelling together for a holiday
- Hire a classic VIP limo (details here) for corporate decision-makers, artists or other celebrities who value a high class car with luxury extras
- Hire a stretch limousine (details here) for a special occasion like a stagdo, a hen-party, a prom, a birthday, or any other special event. Start (or continue) the party right after landing, all through your airport transfer!
- Rent a retro or high-tech party bus (details here) for airport transfer. Ideal for college students, group of friends, sports fans, concert visitor groups, festival tourists who appreciate a relaxed environment with entertainment, music and a genuine party atmosphere
What to consider when planning to hire an airport transfer bus
How many passengers do you have?
How long will the airport transfer take to and from Budapest Airport?
Do you need a special vehicle that can handle difficult or narrow roads or rough terrain?
How important is extra comfort, panorama, or state-of-the art high-tech facilities for the group?
Do you need a city bus or an overnight airport transfer where extra facilities like bufe and toilets are essential?
Do you need attendance and guiding?