TULCAS 2026 Transportation Guide
For participants travelling to Budapest for TULCAS 2026, essential information regarding transportation from the airport to the city centre, public transportation, taxis and transfer services is provided below. Participants may choose the most suitable transportation option according to their travel schedule, accommodation location and budget.
AIRPORT
Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport
BUD
CONGRESS DATES
October 28–30, 2026
Congress Venue: TULCAS 2026 will be held in Budapest. The exact address and entrance information of the congress venue will be announced separately together with the scientific programme. Participants are advised to consider accommodation in central areas with convenient public transportation connections.
Transportation from the Airport to the City Centre
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100E Airport Express
The Easiest Direct Public Transportation Option
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The 100E Airport Express provides a direct connection between Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport and the city centre. It is particularly convenient for participants staying around Deák Ferenc tér, Astoria and Kálvin tér.
24/7 Service Approx. 40 Minutes Direct Service 2,500 HUF
IMPORTANT STOPS TOWARDS THE CITY CENTRE
Budapest Airport → Kálvin tér → Astoria → Deák Ferenc tér
A special airport shuttle bus ticket is required for the 100E Airport Express and standard Budapest public transportation tickets are not valid on this service. Tickets can be purchased through the BudapestGO application or from authorised sales points. Budapest Pay&GO may also be used on the bus to purchase and validate the ticket using a bank card.
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200E Bus + M3 Metro
Economical Public Transportation Alternative
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The 200E bus operates 24 hours a day between Terminal 2 and Kőbánya-Kispest. During daytime operating hours, passengers may transfer at Kőbánya-Kispest to the M3 metro line to reach the city centre.
SUGGESTED ROUTE
Terminal 2 → 200E → Kőbánya-Kispest → M3 Metro → City Centre
24-Hour Service Transfer Required Standard BKK Tickets Valid
During the night, the route of bus 200E is extended to Határ út, where passengers can transfer to night buses serving the city centre.
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Taxi
Direct Transportation to Your Hotel or Accommodation
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Official taxi services are available in front of Terminal 2A and Terminal 2B at Budapest Airport. Taxi transportation may be particularly convenient for participants travelling with substantial luggage, travelling in a group or wishing to travel directly to their accommodation.
Főtaxi
Taxi service can be arranged at the official taxi booths located near Terminal 2A and Terminal 2B. Bank card payment is available in the vehicles.
Uber
Vehicles can be requested from Terminal 2A and Terminal 2B through the Uber application. Suitable vehicle options may also be available for larger groups or passengers travelling with additional luggage.
Current Taxi Fare: Airport taxi fares are calculated on the basis of a 2,100 HUF base fare, 520 HUF/km and 130 HUF/minute. The final fare depends on the destination and duration of the journey.
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miniBUD Airport Transfer
Official Airport Transfer Service
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miniBUD is one of the official transfer services operating at Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport. It provides shared and private transfer options between the airport and hotels or accommodation addresses in Budapest.
Door-to-Door Shared Transfer Private Transfer Advance Booking
Public Transportation in Budapest
Budapest has an extensive public transportation network consisting of metro, tram, bus, trolleybus and suburban railway services. For participants staying in the city centre, public transportation will generally be one of the most convenient ways to travel during the congress.
SINGLE TICKET
500 HUF
One-way journey on a single vehicle
24-HOUR TRAVELCARD
2,750 HUF
Unlimited travel for 24 hours
72-HOUR TRAVELCARD
5,750 HUF
May be suitable for the congress period
Important: Standard 24-hour and 72-hour Budapest travelcards are not valid on the 100E Airport Express. A separate airport shuttle bus ticket is required for the airport express service.
Participants using public transportation in Budapest are advised to use the official BudapestGO application. The application provides route planning, real-time service information, traffic updates and digital ticket purchasing.
Route Planning Real-Time Services Digital Tickets 100E Ticket
Transportation to Recommended Accommodation Areas
Deák Ferenc tér
DIRECT WITH 100E
The main city-centre terminal of the 100E Airport Express. It provides convenient connections to different parts of Budapest via the M1, M2 and M3 metro lines.
Astoria
CONVENIENT AIRPORT ACCESS
Directly accessible by the 100E Airport Express when travelling towards the city centre. The area also provides connections to the M2 metro line and several city bus services.
Kálvin tér
100E + M3 / M4
One of the important stops of the 100E Airport Express. Its connections to the M3 and M4 metro lines make it particularly convenient for transportation throughout the city.
Participants Arriving in Budapest by Train
Keleti pályaudvar: Many parts of the city centre can be reached via the M2 and M4 metro lines.
Nyugati pályaudvar: Central areas can be reached via the M3 metro line and tram lines 4 and 6.
Déli pályaudvar: The city centre can be reached via the M2 metro line.
Car Rental and Private Vehicles
Various car rental companies operate at Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport and throughout the city centre. Participants planning to rent a vehicle are advised to check driving licence requirements, age restrictions, deposit conditions, insurance coverage, fuel policies and cross-border travel conditions before completing their reservation.
As parking spaces in central Budapest may be limited and subject to charges, public transportation may be a more practical option for participants staying in the city centre.
Information: Public transportation ticket prices, service frequencies, taxi fares and transfer charges may change over time. Participants are advised to check the latest information provided by BKK and Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport before travelling to Budapest.
