How to get from Budapest Airport to Balatonfüred

Balatonfüred, the largest town on the northern shore of Lake Balaton, is the ideal spot to enjoy a family holiday with children or an active getaway with friends. Balatonfüred offers several well-equipped, child-friendly beaches with playgrounds and waterslides for families. Visitors come to Balatonfüred to enjoy the beautiful scenery, the local wine, and excellent sailing and swimming facilities.

There are many activities available for sports enthusiasts, including windsurfing, sailing, wakeboarding, and waterskiing. An interesting summer program featuring concerts, bars, and discos provides popular entertainment for young people. The gently sloping beaches with comprehensive facilities are particularly suitable for children.

About Lake Balaton

Lake Balaton is the largest lake in central Europe, measuring 80 km long and 15 km wide. Its average depth is 3 meters, with a maximum depth of 11 meters. The bottom of the lake is covered with fine velvety sand, which allows the sun’s rays to warm the water rapidly.

Lake Balaton is the second most visited tourist destination in Hungary after Budapest—and for good reason. Clean, warm water, picturesque coastal landscapes, and healing springs make this resort popular not only among Hungarian residents but also among tourists from all over Europe. The beaches of Balaton have been awarded the Blue Flag of the European Union for their ecological cleanliness and developed infrastructure.

Guests have excellent opportunities for a varied and exciting holiday. Everyone will find something to their liking. Over the years, the Hungarian Lake’s popularity has resulted in numerous spa hotels and resorts along its foreshore. Visitors can enjoy untouched countryside, thermal spas, pretty villages, and diverse wildlife.

Activities at Lake Balaton

Balaton and the surrounding cities offer a wide range of facilities in both summer and winter. Sailing, surfing, mini-golf, tennis, horse riding, and cycling are perfect for those who prefer an active vacation. Lake Balaton is the center of Hungarian sailing activities and is also ideal for a yacht charter vacation.

Family-friendly Balaton lake resorts offer relaxation and wellness for parents and, of course, plenty of fun-packed activities to keep the kids busy. You can choose between many activities on the water or on the sand, safe playgrounds, and cycling in the area.

Balaton lake is also popular among fishing enthusiasts. There are over 25 species of fish in the lake, and a limited catch is allowed upon receipt of a license. The most popular among fishermen is carp fishing.

How to Get from Budapest Airport to Balatonfüred

Budapest Airport is located 145 km from Balatonfüred. Balatonfüred is connected to the Hungarian capital by motorways and railways. There are several ways to get from Budapest Airport to Balatonfüred:

• By Private Transfer
• By Train from Budapest Déli Station
• By Bus from Budapest Népliget Bus Station

Liszt Ferenc International Airport

Budapest Liszt Ferenc International Airport (Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér), formerly known as Ferihegy Airport, accepts flights from Europe, Asia, the Middle East, and North America. The airport is one of the five international airports of Hungary.

Budapest Airport is located 145 km from Balatonfüred.

Full name: Liszt Ferenc International Airport (Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér)
IATA code: BUD
Official website: bud.hu (Hungarian and English versions available)

Terminals 2A and 2B are considered separate terminals, but they are located in the same building.

Wi-Fi at Budapest Airport: Both arriving and departing passengers can use the wireless internet access service. Wi-Fi is free and available for two hours. To connect to the network, select “bud: free wifi” network, enter your email address on the login page, and accept the Terms of Service.

The Budapest airport features duty-free shops, restaurants, bars, and cafés. There is luggage storage available—a useful service for those with late flights or long layovers. There are also hotel options located near the airport.

Car Transfer

Car Transfer is the most convenient method to get from Budapest Airport to Balatonfüred. The journey takes approximately 1 hour 40 minutes.

Our professional Welcome driver will meet you at your chosen pickup point at the time you specify. You’ll enjoy 60 minutes of complimentary waiting time from your scheduled pickup time, giving you plenty of time to clear customs and collect your luggage.

Vehicle Categories We Offer

We provide a full range of well-maintained vehicles to suit any travel need or budget—from solo travelers to large groups, and from business trips to luxury experiences.

Standard Class

• Ideal for budget-conscious travelers or short business trips
• Comfortable sedans with air conditioning
• Suitable for 1–3 passengers with luggage
  Examples: Skoda Octavia, Ford Focus

Vans / Family Class

• Perfect for families or small groups with extra luggage
• Spacious interior, sliding doors for easy access
• Seats 4–7 passengers
  Examples: Ford Transit, Opel Vivaro

Minibus / Group Class

• Best for larger groups or team travel
• Modern minibuses with generous space for passengers and luggage
• Accommodates 8–22 people
  Examples: Mercedes-Benz Sprinter, Iveco Daily

Business Class

• Executive-level comfort and a smooth ride
• Elegant design, tinted windows, leather seats
• Ideal for corporate clients or VIP guests
  Example: Mercedes-Benz E-Class

Premium / Luxury Class

• Top-tier vehicles for those who want the very best
• Luxurious interiors, superior ride quality, and maximum privacy
• For up to 2 passengers
  Examples: Mercedes-Benz S-Class, Maybach

Bus

Intercity buses are a popular way to reach Balatonfüred. Buses depart from Budapest Népliget Bus Station (Budapest Népliget Buszpályaudvar). Approximately 4–5 buses run daily from Budapest to Balatonfüred.

You can purchase your ticket at Népliget bus station or via the carrier’s website – MÁV-Volán Group

Train

Most travelers prefer to get from Budapest to Balatonfüred by rail. Trains to Balaton depart from South Station (Budapest Déli pályaudvar).

See mavcsoport.hu/en for schedules and tickets.

You can buy your ticket at any railway station in Budapest—at the ticket office or at the vending machine. We recommend purchasing your ticket on the Hungarian Railways website.

It is easy to reach Déli train station by taking the red metro line M2 and exiting at Déli pályaudvar station.

From Budapest Airport to the Bus Station or Railway Station

MiniBUD

MiniBUD shuttle service is a group transportation service at Budapest Airport that offers shuttles for arriving and departing passengers to and from the airport.

For further information, please visit minibud.hu, or use the mobile app, available for both iOS and Android.

The shuttles are comfortable buses with air conditioning and free Wi-Fi. Airport Shuttle-Minibus counters are located at both terminals, and minibuses depart from the main entrance of the terminals.

We recommend booking tickets online in advance. You will receive a confirmation email with the exact departure location of the shuttle. Upon arrival, proceed to the miniBUD counter at the airport, and you will be directed to your minibus. You may need to wait for other passengers to gather.

As miniBUD is a group transfer service, please note that the bus may run at 100% capacity, and passengers will be taken to their destinations in turns.

By Public Transport

If you are planning to get from Budapest airport to Budapest Déli railway station or Népliget bus station by public transport, this offers an economical option.

Budapest’s public transport is fast and convenient, with regular lines (including night lines) and accurate timetables. Public transport includes metro, tram, bus, and trolleybus. All transport operates from 4:30 AM to 11:00 PM. At each metro station entrance, you’ll find boards with a diagram of the city transport network. The rules of travel are also indicated in English and German. At all bus and tram stops, you will find route timetables, and major stops have traffic maps.

You can check bkk.hu for more information about travel fares. You can also use the trip planner function to get an idea about timing and route options.

Bus 200E + Metro

Bus 200E runs every 10 minutes.
Operating hours: 4:00 AM – 11:00 PM
Tickets can be purchased at ticket machines located next to the bus stop or from the driver.

Bus 200E goes to the stop “M3 Kőbánya-Kispest metro station.” From this metro station, you can travel to Népliget metro station (near Népliget bus station) or to Déli pályaudvar station (Déli railway station).