Budapest Ferenc Liszt International — 100E Airport Express
Budapest Ferenc Liszt (BUD) to Budapest — Updated 2026
Budapest Ferenc Liszt International (BUD) is 16 km southeast of central Budapest. The 100E Airport Express is the primary public option — HUF 2,200 (~€5.50), 40 minutes direct to Deák Ferenc tér in the city centre where all three metro lines interchange. Alternative: Bus 200E to Kőbánya-Kispest metro (HUF 450 with standard ticket, then M3 to Deák) — cheaper but 60-75 minutes with transfer. Taxi Főtaxi + Bolt are HUF 8,000-13,000 (~€20-33) direct to hotel, 30-45 minutes. Budapest has no dedicated airport train — bus + metro is the standard combination.
100E Airport Express stops
| Station / Stop | Time | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| BUD Terminal 2A/2B | 0 min | 100E stops directly outside arrivals |
| Kálvin tér (M3, M4) | ~30 min | Central Pest interchange |
| Astoria | ~35 min | Historic Jewish Quarter area |
| Deák Ferenc tér | 40 min | 100E terminal — M1, M2, M3 all here |
Getting out of Budapest
Skip the taxi rank and lock in your fare before you land.
Pre-book a fixed-price transfer
Our pickDriver waits at arrivals with your name, tracks your flight, and the price you see is the price you pay. English-speaking, fixed price. No surge, no haggling at 2am.
Check transfer pricesRenting a car instead? Compare rentals with free cancellation.Things to do in Budapest
Lock in a few experiences before you go — the good ones sell out.
Tours, tickets & day trips
Our pickGetYourGuide has the deepest catalogue for Budapest and free cancellation on most experiences — book now, decide later.
Browse BudapestJust need timed-entry attraction tickets? Try Tiqets.Want a private driver-guide? Trip.com Private Tours in Budapest.Flights to Budapest
Compare BUD fares from 750+ airlines.
100E Airport Express vs alternatives
| Option | Cost | Time | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| 100E Airport Express | HUF 2,200 (~€5.50) | 40 min | Direct + fastest public option. Every 20 min 04:00-00:30. |
| 200E Bus + M3 metro | HUF 450 + 450 | 60-75 min | Cheapest. Requires transfer at Kőbánya-Kispest. |
| Bolt (ride-hail) | HUF 7-11k (~€18-28) | 30-45 min | App-based. Cheaper than taxi typically. |
| Főtaxi (official taxi) | HUF 10-13k (~€25-33) | 30-45 min | Booth inside arrivals. Fixed rate. |
| Airport Minibus | HUF 5-7k (~€13-18) | 45-90 min | Shared van to hotel. Book online. |
FAQ
How much is the Budapest 100E Airport Express?+
HUF 2,200 (about €5.50) one-way. Buy at BKV vending machine at the airport bus stop (English + card accepted), from the driver (cash only), or via BudapestGO app. Regular BKV monthly + tourist passes do NOT cover 100E — it's an exclusive fare. Runs every 20 minutes from 04:00 to 00:30.
Bolt vs taxi from BUD?+
Bolt (Estonian ride-hail app, dominant in Budapest) is HUF 7,000-11,000 to central Budapest — significantly cheaper than official taxis (HUF 10,000-13,000). Both are safe. Download Bolt before travel; register with credit card. Yellow Főtaxi is the official fixed-rate option if you prefer counter booking.
Late-night BUD transport?+
100E Airport Express runs 04:00-00:30. After 00:30 use Night Bus 900 (Budapest's all-night airport service) or Bolt / Főtaxi. Night Bus 900 replaces 100E overnight — same route + fare but every 45-60 min instead of 20 min. Bolt operates 24/7.
Which BUD terminal has 100E stop?+
Both Terminal 2A + 2B share the same arrivals level. The 100E stop is directly outside the main arrivals exit — 30-second walk. Signage is bilingual (Hungarian + English). Ticket vending machine at the stop.
Hotels in Budapest
Find hotels in Budapest
1.4M+ properties · Trip.com