How does Budapest subway work?

How does Budapest subway work? You must validate your ticket in any of the transport company's orange validating machines before you get on the metro. A single ticket is only valid for a one-way uninterrupted ride. This means that you may not change lines. You should validate another single ticket if you need to take another metro line.

Is Budapest Subway free?

If you would like to travel by public transport, please always keep in mind that you need to have a valid ticket or season ticket with you. Tickets are available all around the city at metro stations, tram stations, or street kiosks.

Do they check metro tickets in Budapest?

Keep your ticket until the end of your journey, and on the metro network until you have left the station, as tickets may be inspected at the exits as well. Please show and hand over your ticket if requested to by the inspector.

Can you drink tap water in Budapest?

Drinking tap water in Budapest is very safe. The safety is provided by the Budapest Waterworks and even exceeds European standards. The clean water from the tap is not just safe drinking water, it also tastes good.

Is Budapest a walkable city?

Thanks to plentiful buses, boats, trams and Metro trains, getting around Budapest is easy. The Hungarian capital is highly walkable, and for the times when you need to go further afield or get somewhere quickly, there are plenty of options.

Is Budapest Metro easy to use?

Budapest Metro has four lines and is relatively easy to use. Three of the four metro lines intersect only once, at Deák Ferenc Square. Tips to keep in mind before using the Budapest Metro: You must validate your ticket in any of the transport company's orange validating machines before you get on the metro.

What happens if I forget to tap out on contactless?

You will be charged the single fare to the end of the route, so always remember to tap off in order to pay the correct fare. If you do forget to tap off please contact customer services. To find out more about Tap On Tap Off Contactless visit our FAQ section on the Contactless Portal.

Do you tip in Budapest?

In Hungary, tipping is appreciated but not mandatory. It's standard practice to tip between 10 to 15 percent but many establishments include a 12.5 percent service charge so check your bill when it arrives. If service charge is included, there's no need to leave any extra.