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Getting To Hungary
Most visitors to Hungary from North America arrive by air. European
visitors may arrive by air, rail, on the river from Vienna, or on the
highway. This page should give you most of the information you will need
to get to Hungary.
By Air
By Rail
By Boat
On The Road
Getting There By Air
Most
visitors to Hungary from North America arrive by air.
MALÉV
Hungarian Airlines offers the only non-stop service from New York/JFK to
Budapest. However, as they have a code sharing agreement with
Delta
Airlines (800-241-4141), you can also make arrangements through
Delta
Airlines.
Daily non-stop service from New York/JFK to Budapest with the exception of
Fridays. Non-stop service from Toronto to Budapest Tuesday year round with added
frequency during summer season.
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MALÉV offices in North America:
New York-
630 Fifth Avenue, Suite #1900, New York, NY 10111.
Phone: (800) 223-6884 or (212) 757-6480, Fax: (212) 459 0675. E-mail: newyork@malev.hu.
Website: hungarianairlines.com.
Toronto -
175 Bloor Street East, Toronto, Ontario M4W 3R8. Phone:
(416) 944-0093, Fax: (416) 944-0095. E-mail: toronto@malev.hu.
Website: www.baxter.net/malev.
Other airlines
serving Hungary
| Delta
Airlines Northwest Airlines Lufthansa Finnair Austrian Airlines Swissair Air France British Airways SN Brussels Airlines |
(800) 241-4141 (800) 447-4747 (800) 645-3880 (800) 950-5000 (800) 843-0002 (800) 237-4750 (800) 237-2747 (800) 247-9297 |
For flight information while you are in Budapest, use the following numbers:
Departures (36-1) 296-7000
Arrivals (36-1) 296-8000
Information (36-1) 296-9696
MALÉV/Delta Airlines flights to/from New York and Toronto depart from and arrive at Ferihegy 2/A Airport, Budapest. From there it is relatively easy to arrange for transportation into the city center.
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Transportation to/from the airport in Budapest
Airport Minibus
Airport Bus Service
Taxi Service
Rental Car Information
AIRPORT MINIBUS
This may be the best way to get into the city. Especially if you don't
have a lot of luggage to carry. Tickets can be purchased at the service desk located in the passenger halls of
both terminals. The buses carry passengers to/from any requested address in
Budapest. The current price of the service is 1,500 Ft one way, per person.
AIRPORT BUS SERVICE
A regular bus service operates between the airport terminals and Erzsébet tér
bus terminal, located in the center of Budapest. They run every half-hour from
5:30 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. 600Ft/person. Tickets may be purchased on the bus.
TAXI
Although more expensive than taking the bus or the minibus, this
may be the preferred way to get into the city center if you have a lot of
luggage, would like to go directly to your hotel, or are in a hurry.
As taxi fares vary, it is recommended that you call any of the following
companies. There is a limit per kilometer on
charges and always check to make sure there is a meter in the taxi.
Recommended Taxi companies in Budapest
| Buda Taxi |
(36-1) 233-3333
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| City Taxi |
(36-1) 211-1111
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| Fotax |
(36-1) 222-2222
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| Radiotaxi |
(36-1) 377-7777
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| Tele5 Taxi |
(36-1) 355-5555
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| 6X6 Volan Taxi |
(36-1) 266-6666 or 466-6666
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| Taxi 2000 |
(36-1) 355-5000
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For limousine
service contact:
InterTicket Hungary,
Phone: (781) 275-5724,
Fax: (781) 271-0914. E-mail: usa@interticket.com.
Website: www.interticket.com.
Tradesco Tours, Phone: (800) 833-3402, Fax: (310) 649-5852. E-mail: tradesco@ix.netcom.com.
RENTAL
CAR INFORMATION
It
is highly recommended that you reserve your rental car in advance, before leaving the
U.S. or Canada. This invariably saves a significant amount of money.
Packages which combine car rental with airfare, rail passes or hotel
accommodations - or all three - are another way good way to save.
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Getting There By Rail
Budapest
has 3 main train stations from which international and domestic trains
depart; all of them are within 45 minutes from the airport. Travel
between the 3 stations is easily accessible through the metro system. There are direct rail links between Budapest and the major capitals and
cities of Europe. Over 50 international trains arrive in and depart from
Budapest daily.
If you believe you may be using trains extensively during your visit, you may
want to look into one of the many EURAIL Passes
that are offered. These passes
must be purchased in North America, prior to departure. They cannot be
purchased in Europe. Here
is a breakdown of some of the various passes:
Hungarian Flexipass
Includes 5 days unlimited first-class train travel in a
15 day period or 10 days unlimited train travel in a one month period
within Hungary.
Eurailpass
Provides unlimited first-class travel by train in
Hungary and 16 other European countries. It can be purchased for 15
consecutive days, 21 consecutive days, 1, 2 or 3 months.
Eurail Flexipass
Allows intermittent travel on non-consecutive days in
Hungary and 16 other European countries. Available for either 10 or 15
days in a two-month period.
Eurail Saverpass
With a discount for two or more people traveling
together, this is ideal for couples or small groups. The Saverpass is
valid for unlimited travel in first-class in Hungary and 16 other European
countries. It can be purchased for 15 consecutive days, 21 consecutive
days, or 1, 2 or 3 months.
Eurail Saver Flexipass
A flexible saverpass for 2-5 people traveling together
on non-consecutive days in Hungary and 16 other European countries. It may
be purchased for 10 or 15 days in a two-month period.
Eurail Youthpass
Entitles persons under 26 years of age to unlimited
second-class travel in Hungary and 16 other European countries. It can be
purchased for 15 consecutive days, 21 consecutive days, or 1, 2 or 3
months.
Eurail Youth Flexipass
For those under age 26 can be used on non-consecutive
days in Hungary and 16 other European countries. It is available for 10 or
15 days in a two month period.
Europass
Valid for first-class rail travel in five European
countries (France, Italy, Germany, Switzerland and Spain) for 5,6,8,10 or
15 days within a two-month period. Hungary and Austria may be added
and are counted as one Associate country. The other Associates are
Greece, Portugal and the Belnelux countries; a maximum of two may be added
to the five base countries. The Europass also comes in a youth
version for travelers under 26 years of age traveling in second class.
Europass Saverpass
Allows from two to five people traveling together to
enjoy a discount of 15% each. Like the Europass, it is valid for
first-class trail travel in five European countries (France, Italy,
Germany, Switzerland and Spain) for 5,6, 8, 10 or 15 days within a
two-month period, and up to two Associate countries including.
European East Pass
Includes any 5 days unlimited first-class train travel
in a 1 month period in Hungary, Austria, Czech Republic, Slovakia
and Poland.
Information on train schedules
and booking for all Eurail Passes and Point-to-Point tickets:
RAILEUROPE
Reservations in U.S. --
Phone: (800) 4 EURAIL,
Fax: (800) 432 1 FAX.
Reservations in Canada --
Phone: (800) 361-7245,
Fax: (905) 602-4198.
Group Travel reservations --
Phone: (914) 682-7456,
Fax: (914) 682-3712.
Website: www.raileurope.com
DERRAIL
Reservations --
Phone: (800) 782-2424,
Fax: (800) 282-7474.
Group Rail desk --
Phone: (888) 337-4227,
Fax: (888) 337-4241.
Website: www.dertravel.com
The Thomas Cook European Timetable and
Thomas Cook Railmap of Europe is the only complete English language guide to all passenger train and ferry
services throughout Europe.
To place an order call:
US (800) 367-7984
CAN (800) 942-9050
Website: www.forsyth.com
Getting There By Boat
A hydrofoil service operates daily on the Danube
between Budapest and Vienna, with a stop at Bratislava, from April to
November.
| Bp-Vienna Timetable* |
Apr 8-30 Sept 4 - Oct 29 |
May 1 - Jul 28 | Jul 29 - Sept 3 |
| Budapest (Departure) Vienna (Arrival) |
09:00 15:20 |
08:00 14:20 |
08:00, 13:00 14:20, 19:20 |
| Vienna (Departure) Budapest (Arrival) |
09:00 14:30 |
08:00 13:20 |
08:00, 13:00 13:30, 18:30 |
*NOTE: Schedules are
subject to change.
For information and ticketing please
contact:
InterTicket Hungary
Phone: (781) 275-5724
Fax: (781) 271-0914
E-mail: usa@interticket.com
Website: www.interticket.com
Getting There On the Road
You may arrive in Hungary on the highways by coach,
in your personal vehicle, or by rental car.
The highway system in Europe is, for the most part, excellent making it easy to
get around within Europe and from country to country. If you plan to drive
in Hungary, check the Getting Around in Hungary page of Getting Away for driving
information. U.S. and Canadian driver's licenses are honored in
Hungary only in conjunction with an International Driver's License,
available at any AAA office.
By Coach
There is an extensive coach service throughout this area of
Europe. Here are a few suggestions for coach travel to Hungary:
EUROLINE
Standard coach services are available to/from cities of
more than 20 countries of Europe. There are two international bus
terminals in Budapest. For scheduled service to countries of Western
Europe depart from Erzsébet tér Bus Terminal; to the countries of
Eastern Europe, depart from Népstadion út Bus Terminal.
EUROLINE Pass
Provides the independent traveler with unlimited deluxe
coach service for 30-60 days valid to 18 major European cities, including
Budapest. Special rates for youth and senior citizens.
Additional Information:
DERRAIL information and reservations,
Phone: (800) 782-2424. Fax: (800) 282-7474.
Motorcoach information in Budapest - Phone: (36-1) 317-2562.
By Car
The highway system in Europe is, for the most part,
excellent making it easy to get around within Europe and from country to
country. If you plan to drive in Hungary, check the Getting Around
in Hungary page of Getting Away for driving information.
U.S. and Canadian driver's licenses are honored in
Hungary only in conjunction with an International Driver's License,
available at any AAA office.
Distance from Budapest to some European
capitals (distance in miles):
| Belgrade | 250 | Paris | 905 |
| Berlin | 564 | Prague | 353 |
| Bern | 702 | Rome | 775 |
| Bratislava | 110 | Vienna | 155 |
| Bucharest | 515 | Warsaw | 435 |
| Ljubljana | 305 | Zagreb | 217 |
Rental Car Information
It is highly recommended that you reserve your rental car in advance, before leaving the U.S. or Canada. This invariably saves a significant amount of money. Packages which combine car rental with airfare, rail passes or hotel accommodations - or all three - are another way good way to save.
Here are some rental car companies you may want to check out for rates and
availability:
Americana
Phone: (36-1) 320-8287
Fax: (36-1) 350-2541
Internet: www.americana.matav.hu
Auto Europe
Phone: (800) 223-5555 or (207) 842-2000
Fax: (800) 235-6321
Internet: www.autoeurope.com
Avis Rent a Car
Phone: (800) 331-1084 or (918) 621-4815
Fax: (36-1) 222-4671
Internet: www.avis.com
Phone in Budapest: (36-1) 296-6421
Budget Rent a Car
Phone: (800) 527-0700
Fax: (708) 995-7799 Internet: www.budgetrentacar.com
Phone in Budapest: (36-1) 356-6333
Dollar Rent a Car Systems
(Eurodollar)
Phone: (800) 800-4000
Fax: (954) 321-0345
Internet: www.dollar.com
Phone in Budapest: (36-1) 290-1990
Europecar Interrent
Phone: (800) 227-3876 or (612) 830-2121
Fax: (612) 830-2566
Internet: www.nationalcar.com
Phone in Budapest: (36-1) 296-6680
Hertz
Phone: (800) 654-3001 or (201) 307-2000
Fax: (201) 476-5378
Internet: www.hertz.com
Phone in Budapest: (36-1) 431-0999
Kemwel
Phone: (800) 678 0678 or (914) 835-5555
Fax: (914) 835-5555 Internet: www.kemwel.com
Phone in Budapest: (36-1) 214-0420
