How to get from Budapest Airport to Hajdúszoboszló

The thermal spa resort Hajdúszoboszló is located 210 km east of Budapest, 20 km from Debrecen. This resort has gained worldwide fame over the past decades for its exceptional thermal water and wellness facilities. All conditions are met here for a wonderful stay, with a range of high-quality services provided for tourists seeking health improvement and recreation. This small, cozy town features numerous cafes, restaurants, bars, and pavilions. During summer, concert groups, a circus, and an amusement park settle here, along with various festivals and competitions. Many spa hotels in the resort welcome thousands of tourists every year. The unique thermal water of Hajdúszoboszló (which has an unusual dark color and smell) can heal rheumatism and injuries, and is also beneficial for lung diseases and skin problems.

Aquapark
The aquapark is located on the beach and was the first of Hungary’s slide systems. The start slide is 12 meters high, and fans of big splashes have a choice of 15 different tracks. The total length of the slides is 1 km. Little visitors are attracted by mini-slides, life-like figures of animals in the pools, as well as a playground. For those looking for a more relaxed experience, a rushing river and fun pools with different water temperatures are also available.

Beach
The beach is an area of 30 hectares, open from May 1 to September 30. It is a relaxing complex with 13 pools. Visitors of all ages can choose from various entertainment pools, including swimming, wave, whirlpool, and children’s pools. The most famous and popular attraction of the complex is the “Mediterranean Coast” pool with palm trees. The sport center located on the beach offers beach volleyball, football, streetball, football tennis, and tennis courts.

Aqua Palace
The indoor complex offers 2 surfing paths, an ice cave, a cinema, thermal baths, a cave, Roman baths, an Indian bath, a sea pool with a slide, and pools and slides for children. The facility also features a swimming pool, gym, aerobics room, and 2 squash courts. A snack bar, a self-service restaurant, and a coffee bar are also available.

Hajdúszoboszló is located 210 km from Budapest. Due to its advantageous position in the international road and rail transport network, Hajdúszoboszló is easily accessible by the main modes of transport. The resort is connected to the Hungarian capital by motorways and railways. There are several ways to get from Budapest Airport to Hajdúszoboszló:

• By Private Transfer
• By Train from Budapest Nyugati Station

Unfortunately, there is no direct bus connection between Hajdúszoboszló and Budapest.

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 210 km from Hajdúszoboszló.

Full name: Liszt Ferenc International Airport (Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér).

IATA code: BUD

Official website: bud.hu (Hungarian and English version).

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

Wi-Fi at Budapest Airport: Both arriving and departing passengers at Budapest Airport 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, then enter your email address on the login page and accept the Terms of Service.

There are Duty Free shops, restaurants, bars, and cafes at the Budapest airport. There is luggage storage available – this service is very useful for those who stay late at the airport waiting for their transit. There is also an opportunity to spend the night at a hotel located near the airport.

Private Transfer

Private Transfer is the most convenient way to get from Budapest Airport to Hajdúszoboszló. Your professional Welcome driver will be at the pickup location of your choice at the time that you have specified.

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

Train

Many travelers prefer to travel from Budapest to Hajdúszoboszló by railway. The trains to Hajdúszoboszló depart from the Western Station (Budapest Nyugati pályaudvar). Several trains also depart to Hajdúszoboszló from the Eastern Station (Budapest Keleti pályaudvar). Travel times range from 2 hours on the InterCity train to 3.5 hours on regional trains.

See mavcsoport.hu/en for the schedule and jegy.mav.hu for your ticket.

You can buy your ticket at any railway station in Budapest – at the ticket office or at the vending machine. We recommend buying your ticket on the Hungarian Railway’s website.

It is quite easy to get to the Nyugati train station. You can reach it by the blue M3 metro line (Nyugati pályaudvar metro station).

MiniBUD to Budapest Center and Further by Train

MiniBUD shuttle service is a group transportation service at Budapest Airport that offers shuttles for arriving and departing passengers from and to the airport. For further information, please visit minibud.hu or use the mobile app, supported by both iOS and Android.

The shuttles are comfortable buses with air conditioning and free Wi-Fi. There are Airport Shuttle-Minibus counters at both terminals. Minibuses leave from the main entrance of the terminals.

We recommend booking tickets online in advance. You will receive a confirmation email advising you of the exact departure location of the shuttle. Upon arrival, please 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, please note that the bus may run at 100% capacity and passengers will be taken to their destination in turns.

By Public Transport

If you are planning to get from Budapest airport to Budapest Nyugati railway station by public transport, this is an affordable option.

Public transport in Budapest is fast and convenient, equipped with regular lines (as well as 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 entrance of the metro station, boards with a diagram of the city transport network are installed. The rules of travel are also indicated in English and German. At all bus and tram stops you will find route timetables, and a traffic map at the major stops. 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.

Working hours: 4:00–23:00.

Tickets can be purchased at ticket machines located right 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 take the M3 blue line to Nyugati pályaudvar (Western railway station).

Bus 100E + Metro

The interval of movement is 10 minutes.

Bus schedule 100E:
From the airport to the center: from 05:00 to 01:20
From city to airport: 03:40 to 00:40

The journey takes 45–60 minutes.

Deák Ferenc tér (the terminus of the 100E bus) is in the very center of Budapest. Bus 100E is the best way to get from the airport to the city center, to the junction station of Budapest metro (Deák Ferenc tér). From this metro station, you can take the M3 blue line to Nyugati pályaudvar (Western railway station).