Getting around Budapest
Use this quick reference to match Budapest’s best-known sights and arrival points with a practical metro, tram or bus stop. Service can change temporarily, so check current notices before you travel.
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Budapest landmarks by public transport
| Landmark | Public transport | Map |
|---|---|---|
| Széchenyi Thermal Bath | Take metro M1 (the yellow line) to Széchenyi fürdő; the bath entrance is a short walk from the station. | Open in Google Maps |
| Gellért Thermal Bath | Take metro M4 or tram 19, 41, 47 or 49 to Szent Gellért tér – Műegyetem; the bath is beside the square. | Open in Google Maps |
| Rudas Thermal Bath | Take tram 19 or 41 to Rudas Gyógyfürdő; the stop is directly outside the bath. | Open in Google Maps |
| Lukács Thermal Bath | Take tram 17, 19 or 41 to Szent Lukács Gyógyfürdő; the entrance is a short walk from the stop. | Open in Google Maps |
| Hungarian Parliament | Take metro M2 or tram 2 to Kossuth Lajos tér; Parliament stands on the square. | Open in Google Maps |
| Buda Castle | Take bus 16 to Dísz tér, then walk through the Castle District to the palace. | Open in Google Maps |
| Fisherman's Bastion | Take bus 16 to Szentháromság tér; Fisherman's Bastion is beside Matthias Church. | Open in Google Maps |
| Heroes' Square | Take metro M1 (the yellow line) to Hősök tere; the station exits onto the square. | Open in Google Maps |
| Széchenyi Chain Bridge | For the Pest end, take tram 2 to Széchenyi István tér; for the Buda end, take bus 16 to Clark Ádám tér. | Open in Google Maps |
| St. Stephen's Basilica | Take metro M1 to Bajcsy-Zsilinszky út; the basilica is a short walk from the station. | Open in Google Maps |
| Great Market Hall | Take metro M4 or tram 2, 47 or 49 to Fővám tér; the market hall stands beside the stop. | Open in Google Maps |
| Budapest Airport (BUD) | Bus 100E Airport Express runs directly between Terminal 2 and Deák Ferenc tér in the city centre; it requires its own airport-shuttle fare. | Open in Google Maps |
| Keleti Railway Station | Take metro M2 or M4 to Keleti pályaudvar; both lines connect directly with the railway station. | Open in Google Maps |
| Nyugati Railway Station | Take metro M3 or tram 4 or 6 to Nyugati pályaudvar; the stops are beside the railway station. | Open in Google Maps |
| Déli Railway Station | Take metro M2 to Déli pályaudvar; the metro terminus connects directly with the railway station. | Open in Google Maps |
| Margaret Island | Take tram 4 or 6 to Margitsziget / Margit híd for the south end; bus 26 serves stops along the island. | Open in Google Maps |
| City Park | Metro M1 serves City Park at Hősök tere and Széchenyi fürdő; choose the stop nearest the part of the park you want. | Open in Google Maps |
| Ruin Bar District (Kazinczy Street) | Take metro M2 to Astoria, then walk about 10 minutes to Kazinczy utca in the Jewish Quarter. | Open in Google Maps |
| Citadella | Take bus 27 to Búsuló Juhász (Citadella), then follow the uphill footpath to the Citadella. | Open in Google Maps |
| Dohány Street Synagogue | Take metro M2 or tram 47 or 49 to Astoria; the synagogue is a short walk from the stop. | Open in Google Maps |
Common Budapest transport questions
How do I get from Budapest Airport to the city centre?
Take the 100E Airport Express from Terminal 2 to Deák Ferenc tér. It runs directly to the city centre and requires its own airport-shuttle fare.
How do I reach Széchenyi Baths by public transport?
Take metro M1, the yellow line, to Széchenyi fürdő. The bath entrance is a short walk from the station.
Which stop is closest to the Hungarian Parliament?
Kossuth Lajos tér is the closest stop. It is served by metro M2 and tram 2.
How do I get to Margaret Island?
Take tram 4 or 6 to Margitsziget / Margit híd for the south entrance. Bus 26 serves stops along the island.