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Travel to Szeged

Everything you need to know to reach the conference — from Budapest Airport and beyond.

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How to Get from Budapest Airport to Szeged

Budapest Liszt Ferenc Airport (BUD) is the main arrival point for visitors. Szeged is approximately 170 km south-east of Budapest — plan for around 1.5 to 2.5 hours of travel time depending on your chosen transport.

1. Private Transfers

Private Transfers

Door-to-door · Recommended

To make travel easier, consider booking a private transfer in advance. A driver will meet you at the airport and take you directly to your accommodation in Szeged. This door-to-door service ensures a smooth and convenient journey.

Zöldtranszfer Airport Shuttle Airport → Szeged
  • Book a few days in advance due to payment processing.
  • Bookings made within 48 hours before arrival will incur a 20% surcharge.
  • Recommended to book early due to high demand.
Ferihegy Express (FEX) Airport → Szeged
  • Airport to Szeged: 53,800 HUF (~€134)
  • Online booking available.
Pegazus Transzfer Airport → Szeged
  • Flexible payment upon prior agreement (e.g. cash in HUF to the driver, or bank transfer after the trip).
  • Without prior agreement, payment must be made via bank transfer 48 hours before the trip.
  • One handbag and one checked luggage (max 20 kg) included per person — additional luggage may incur extra fees.

2. By Train (Approx. 2 hrs 30 mins total)

Train Route

~2 hrs 30 mins · Budget-friendly
1
From Budapest Airport to Ferihegy Train Station
  • Take bus 200E from Terminal 2 to Ferihegy Train Station.
  • Tickets: ~450 HUF — buy at a BKK vending machine or via the BudapestGO app.
  • Duration: ~20 minutes.
  • Buses run every 10–20 minutes during the day.
2
Train from Ferihegy Station to Szeged
  • Direct InterCity (IC) trains run to Szeged from Ferihegy Train Station.
  • Duration: ~2 hours 10 minutes (delays are possible).
  • Seat reservation required.
  • Tickets from 3,900 HUF (~€10). Book here (account setup required).
  • Trains run hourly during the day.
✨ Pro tip: If you are staying in Budapest downtown first, you can also take this train from Budapest-Nyugati station directly to Szeged.

3. By Rideshare / Carpool (Motar)

Motar (Oszkár)

~1 hr 40 mins · Most flexible

Motar is Hungary's most popular carpool platform (known as Oszkár in Hungarian). This is the most flexible and often fastest option, especially when departing directly from the airport.

  • Search for rides from Liszt Ferenc Repülőtér or central Budapest to Szeged.
  • Duration: ~1 hour 40 minutes from the airport.
  • Prices start from 5,000 HUF (~€13–15).
  • Can be booked in advance via website or app.
Szeged city transport

Transport Within Szeged

If your accommodation is in or near the city centre, you will have easy walking access to most major attractions — Szeged is a compact, flat city. If you prefer public transportation, see the guidelines below.

Public Transport

Valid on trams, trolleybuses, and buses

  • Download the official mobile app "Mobiljegy".
  • Create an account and select Szeged as the city.
  • Choose ticket type (single ride, daily pass) and fare category (adult, student).
  • Pay using a credit/debit card or electronic method.
  • Activate your digital ticket before boarding.
  • Be ready to show your ticket if asked.

Tickets may also be purchased from vending machines, onboard, or from kiosks and shops.

Bike Rental

Szeged is a bike-friendly city with an extensive network of cycling lanes providing easy and swift access across town. Whether for commuting or leisure, biking is a popular and practical way to explore the city.