BudapestGO 2026: Your Guide to Tickets, Prices, and Usage
Maximize your Budapest adventure with this essential guide to public transport. Learn about BudapestGO app, ticket options, prices, and scan methods for a seamless travel experience in 2026.
Quick answer
- BudapestGO app mirrors official BKK transport fares.
- Single tickets don't allow transfers, but time-based tickets do within their validity.
- 24/72-hour passes are valid from your chosen start time and don't need re-activation.
- The 100E Airport Bus ticket costs ~$2 and is separate from regular passes.
- Always ensure your phone has battery and internet for mobile ticket usage.
Budapest Transport Tickets 2026
BudapestGO: How to Buy, Use & Prices
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Planning your trip to Budapest and wondering which transport ticket to buy?
On my recent Budapest adventure, I relied heavily on the
BudapestGO app for all my public transport needs.
Here, I'll break down everything you need to know, from Budapest transport ticket prices to purchasing and scanning methods.
Table of Contents | |
1 | Ticket Types & Prices |
2 | Choosing the Right Ticket for Your Itinerary |
3 | How to Purchase on BudapestGO |
4 | Scanning & Validation Methods |
5 | Key Planning Tips |
6 | Final Thoughts |
Ticket Types and Prices |
As of October 2026,
BudapestGO app fares are identical to official BKK prices.
Type | Price |
Single Ticket | 500 Ft (~$0) |
30-Minute Ticket | 600 Ft (~$0) |
90-Minute Ticket | 850 Ft (~$1) |
10-Ride Block | 4,500 Ft (~$3) |
24-Hour Pass | 2,750 Ft (~$2) |
72-Hour Pass | 5,750 Ft (~$4) |
100E Airport Bus | 2,500 Ft (~$2) |
Choosing the Right Ticket for Your Itinerary |
A Single Ticket does not allow for transfers or round trips.
However, you can transfer between metro lines
if you're moving in the same direction.
30-minute and 90-minute tickets are activated from the first scan,
allowing you to transfer within their time limit.
The 10-Ride Block is essentially 10 single tickets bundled together.
If you use a single ticket 6 times, it totals 3,000 Ft (~$2),
which is more expensive than a 24-Hour Pass at 2,750 Ft (~$2).
Conversely, if your travel is minimal,
single or time-based tickets might be more economical.
How to Purchase on BudapestGO |
① Open the BudapestGO app
Go to My tickets → Purchase → Tickets and passes
② Select your desired ticket
For single tickets, choose the quantity and proceed to payment.
The ticket becomes valid from your selected time,
and can be used at least 2 minutes after purchase.
③ Before payment, confirm your selection, quantity, and total.
You can find your purchased tickets under 'My tickets'.
Scanning and Validation Methods |
Purchasing and actually using your ticket are different processes.
For single tickets and time-based tickets,
scan the QR code at the metro entrance or next to the vehicle door before boarding.
Time-based tickets require re-scanning when transferring to a different vehicle,
but transfers between metro lines are an exception.
24-hour and 72-hour passes do not need to be reactivated for each ride.
When entering the metro or boarding through the front door of a vehicle,
simply scan the QR code or show the valid ticket screen using the 'Boarding' button.
If a ticket inspector requests it,
show the validation code in your ticket details.
For daily passes, also have your original registered ID ready.
Key Planning Tips |
1. Consider transfers, not just the number of rides. |
Instead of just counting how many times you'll ride,
also check if your journeys require transfers.
2. For daily passes, confirm start time and ID number. |
24-hour and 72-hour passes are calculated
from your selected start time, not calendar days.
3. Ensure your phone has battery and internet for mobile tickets. |
You'll need to open the app on the spot,
so check your phone's status before you head out.
Also, remember that the 100E Airport Bus, which connects the airport and city center,
requires a separate ticket costing 2,500 Ft (~$2),
and is not covered by the standard 24-hour or 72-hour passes.
Final Thoughts |
If you're making fewer trips in Budapest,
consider single or time-based tickets.
If you're exploring multiple places in a day,
compare options starting with the 24-hour pass.
Keep in mind that BudapestGO tickets have different usage methods.
Just remember the specific scanning and presentation methods for each ticket type,
and that the 100E Airport Bus requires a separate ticket,
and you'll navigate your travels with much less confusion.
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Can I use a regular 24-hour or 72-hour pass when taking the Budapest 100E airport bus?
No, the 100E airport bus requires a separate ticket from the regular 24-hour and 72-hour travel passes. You must purchase a separate ticket for 2,500 Ft to use this bus.
Do I need to activate the 24-hour or 72-hour pass purchased on the BudapestGO app every time I board?
No, 24-hour and 72-hour passes do not need to be reactivated every time you board. You simply need to scan the QR code when entering the subway or boarding through the front door, or show the valid ticket screen using the 'Boarding' button.
In Budapest, is it more economical to use a single ticket 6 times or purchase a 24-hour pass?
Using a single ticket 6 times costs a total of 3,000 Ft. In contrast, a 24-hour pass costs 2,750 Ft, making the 24-hour pass more economical than using a single ticket 6 times. If you travel less frequently, a single ticket or a time-based ticket might be more advantageous.
When transferring to another vehicle with a 30-minute or 90-minute ticket purchased via the BudapestGO app, do I need to scan it again?
Yes, 30-minute and 90-minute tickets require rescanning when transferring to another vehicle. However, transfers between subway lines are an exception.
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