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Tickets & Prices
miniBUD is Budapest’s official airport shuttle, offering fast, easy, and affordable rides between the airport and the city center every 15 – 25 minutes.
Choose from three ticket types: Airport Minibus, Private Minibus, or VIP Minibus. Most travelers go for the Airport Minibus because it’s affordable, reliable, and takes you straight to your door. You can book a one-way or round-trip for a seamless start and finish to your trip.
How To Book
How to book your Budapest airport transfer in a few easy steps:
Select tickets & travel date
Choose how many adult tickets you need and your travel date.
Choose trip type
Pick your trip type: one-way to the airport, one-way from the airport, or a round-trip.
Enter pick-up/drop-off address
Provide the address where you want to be picked up or dropped off.
Tip: If you’re going to the airport, select your pick-up time first.
Confirm & pay
Fill in your details, pay now or later. Once completed, your booking is confirmed and you’re ready to go!
Pick The Best Ticket For You
Let’s compare the three main ticket options so you can choose the right ticket.
| Airport Minibus | Private Minibus | VIP Minibus | |
|---|---|---|---|
| What’s Included | Guaranteed seat on a shared shuttle. Door-to-door in central Budapest with other passengers | Private transfer for up to 8 people, no waiting | Premium minibus for up to 7 people, refreshments included and no wait-time |
| Pickup details | Meet at your accommodation or airport info point, shuttles every 15 – 25 minutes | Meet at your accommodation or airport info desk | Meet at your accommodation or the airport information desk |
| Travel time | 30 – 40 minutes, depending on the number of drop-offs | 20 – 30 minutes, no stop | 20 – 30 minutes, no stop |
| Reschedule and cancellation policy | Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund on GetYourGuide | Cancel in writing to get your money back, but the service fee is non-refundable | Cancel in writing to get your money back, but the service fee is non-refundable |
| Luggage | 1 large + 1 small piece of hand luggage per person | 8 large + 8 pieces of hand luggage, regardless of the number of people | 7 large + 7 pieces of hand luggage, regardless of the number of people |
| Who does this transfer suit? | Everyone: business travelers, couples, backpackers | Small groups, families, travelers with many bags, privacy seekers | Luxury travelers, business trips, those wanting a premium experience |
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Get FREE Door-to-door Airport Transfer by miniBUD plus access to 50+ top Budapest attractions with the Budapest Card 72h Plus Exclusive Discounts!
How It Works
Head to a miniBUD customer service counter in the arrivals terminal to activate your ticket. Once scanned, hop on the next shuttle. They depart every 15 – 25 minutes, and the driver takes you to your specified address.
You don’t need to print your confirmation email; just have your booking code ready. Your name and code are enough to activate your ticket; no ID is required.
If you’re traveling to the airport, miniBUD will send your pickup time by email and text along with your order confirmation.
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FAQs
How do I get from Budapest Airport to the city center?
The easiest way is the official miniBUD shuttle, which takes you door to door from the airport straight to your accommodation. After you land, head to a miniBUD customer service counter in the arrivals terminal, show your booking code, and hop on the next shuttle. They run around the clock and depart every 15 to 25 minutes. You can book your airport transfer here in advance.
How much is the airport transfer?
The fare depends on the ticket type you pick and whether you book one-way or round-trip. The shared Airport Minibus is the most affordable option and the one most travelers choose. You can see the current price for your trip when you select your date and trip type at checkout.
Is the airport transfer included with the Budapest Card?
The standard Budapest Card does not include it, but the Budapest Card 72h Plus does come with a free door-to-door airport transfer by miniBUD, along with access to 50+ top attractions and exclusive discounts. If a free transfer matters to you, that is the version to pick.
Is the airport transfer shared or private?
You can choose. The Airport Minibus is a shared shuttle, so you may travel with other passengers heading the same way. If you would rather have the vehicle to yourself, pick the Private Minibus or VIP Minibus instead.
How long does the transfer take?
Travel time depends on your accommodation address and traffic, since the driver drops you right at your door. Shuttles depart every 15 to 25 minutes, so you will not wait long to get going once your ticket is activated.
How do I book the airport transfer?
Booking takes a few steps. Choose how many adult tickets you need and your travel date, pick your trip type (one-way to the airport, one-way from the airport, or round-trip), then enter your pick-up or drop-off address. Fill in your details, pay now or later, and your booking is confirmed. You can reserve your ride here.