Budapest Airport Bus
A guide to the 100E bus in Budapest
- travel tips
- April 25, 2024
Budapest Airport Bus, 100E bus, Airport Express Bus, Airport Shuttle Bus – they’re all names for the same direct bus line that connects Liszt Ferenc Airport and Budapest city center, the best way to travel between those two points, in both directions.
Read our article and find everything you need about the 100e bus.
Bus 100E Budapest route map
The Budapest 100E bus runs every day 24/7 between Budapest airport and Déak Ferenc tér, stopping two more times in the city center during its journey: in Kálvin tér and in Astoria.
All three stops in the city center are served by metro, tram and bus lines. Have a look:
Where does bus 100E stop in Budapest?
Going to the city center – 100E Express Bus stops:
• Airport pick up at the arrivals, between the two terminals
• Kálvin tér (only drop-off)
• Astoria (only drop-off)
• Deák Ferenc tér
• Liszt Ferenc International Airport
➡️ If you’re not sure in which stop to take the 100E bus, that won’t be a big problem, as they’re all quite central in the city. However, you can find them on Google Maps to check directions to or from your place:
Budapest airport bus timetable
The Bus 100E in Budapest works every, day and night. It runs every 7-12 minutes during the day, every 15-20 minutes in the evening, and every 30-40 minutes at night. The journey takes 40 minutes.
The earliest bus departs from the airport at 4:10 a.m., with the last departure at 1:05 a.m. The buses run approximately every 15 minutes.
Starting from Deák Ferenc tér, the first bus leaves at 3:30 a.m., followed by others approximately every 15 minutes until 12:25 a.m. On Sundays, the frequency increases to approximately every 10 minutes.
Want to go faster? Meet miniBUD, the popular alternative to the 100e bud
How much is the 100E bus in Budapest?
The single ticket for the Budapest Airport Bus 100E costs 2500 HUF. it covers one 40 minute direct trip between Budapest Ferenc Liszt Airport and Deák Ferenc tér, in either way, with two stops in between.
How to buy the 100E bus ticket
You can buy and validate your airport shuttle bus ticket for 2,500 HUF in the bus, with a bank card. You’ll see a yellow machine (BP Pay&Go) – all you have to do is to tap your card. You can also buy it from the driver or using the BKK mobile app.
Alternatively, you can use the machines at the airport bus stop – or any other BKK machine in the city where you buy the other public transport tickets.
A few things to keep in mind:
• The ticket does not allow transfers or travel on other bus lines.
• Other public transportation tickets, passes, or the Budapest card are not valid for use on the 100E Airport Express. You can only use the Airport shuttle bus single ticket.
Is the Budapest Airport Shuttle Bus a good option?
In our opinion, taking the Budapest airport bus 100E is a great option. It’s the most cost-effective, and it takes you between the airport and the city center is 40 minutes. For only HUF 2,500 you get a direct trip on a bus that is running constantly, day and night.
The downside? During the day it can get full, and you might have to stand, for 40 minutes, on a crowded bus. It doesn’t happen all the time, of course – but in case you want other alternatives, you have them. Taking a taxi, for example, would cost you approximately 8,000-13,000 HUF. It’s more convenient, but wouldn’t be much faster.
Not convinced with the 100E Bus? Read about the other options:
• How to get from the airport to the city center
You might also like to read:
• Budapest Travel Card – a 2024 Guide
• Budapest Metro Map: a full guide
What to retain about the 100E Budapest Airport Bus
- In 2024, it costs HUF 2,500
- It takes about 40 minutes
- Goes both ways between Pest center and airport
- Stops at the airport and 3 places in the city center
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Budapest airport 100E alternatives
The Airport 100E is probably the cheapest alternative, but not the only solution. There are more convenient options. Have a look to see if you like any.
1. Budapest Card 72h
With a Budapest Card, you can get unlimited public transport, airport door-to-door transfer, not to mention free entry and discounts to the best city attractions.
2. MiniBUD Shared Shuttle Transfer
MiniBUD is probably the most common transfer from Budapest Airport to the city center, as it’s relatively cheap. It’s a shared shuttle, but does the job well, and in a short time it takes you exactly to where you need.
3. Private Airport Transfer
For some more money, you can also get more comfort from as soon as you step outside the airport. This private transfer option is especially popular in Budapest – and it can take groups.
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