How to Get to the Hungaroring – 2026 Hungarian Grand Prix

How to get to the Hungaroring for the 2026 Hungarian Grand Prix. Advice and tips on flights, public transport and taxis in Budapest

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The 2026 Hungarian Grand Prix will be held on July 24-26

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Budapest benefits from a convenient location in the heart of Central Europe. Whether you fly, take the train or drive yourself, it’s easy to get to the Hungarian Grand Prix in July. Budapest has a well-developed public transport network with an efficient three-line Metro serving most central parts of the of the city. Taxis are plentiful and new regulations have largely eliminated dishonest drivers. The Hungaroring circuit is 20km to the northwest of the center and can be reached fairly easily by train, bus or taxi.

Hotel Bookings & Circuit Transfers with F1 Experiences

Together with grandstand or hospitality ticket packages, you can also book your hotel and circuit transfers for the Hungarian Grand Prix with F1 Experiences.Circuit transfers are available for F1 Experiences guests who have booked their hotel together with an Official Ticket Package. F1 Experiences secures room allocations at some of the most sought-after hotels in Budapest on race weekend, and return bus transfers from your hotel to the circuit can be added to your booking. View Hungary 2026 ticket packages & hotels

Flights to Budapest

Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD), 16km South East of the city center, serves a range of European and long-haul flights. Hungary has not had a national airline since Malev went bust in 2012, though the Hungarian budget airline, Wizz Air, has been a lot more successful and offers lots of connections to Budapest from Europe and as far afield as the Middle East. Other budget carriers flying to Budapest from numerous European destinations include EasyJet, Ryanair, German Wings and Jet2. Major European flag carriers also regularly fly direct to Budapest including British Airways, Air France, Lufthansa, LOT, Turkish Airlines and Aeroflot. You could also fly into Vienna or Bratislava if you want to see more of the region and potentially save a few Euros. The capitals of Austria and Slovakia are both just a few hours’ drive or train ride from Budapest.

Long-Distance Trains to Budapest

If you have a little more time and want to see some of the countryside, taking the train to Budapest is a great choice. The city is well connected to Europe’s extensive rail network and there are day and overnight trains available. Seat 61 is a great source of information on trains to Budapest. You can book online via the Hungarian rail company, Mav Start. Here’s some routes and approximate journey times: Vienna/Bratislava (3 hours), Prague (6 hours), Munich (7 hours), Krakow (10 hours), Berlin (12 hours).

Long-Distance Buses to Budapest

On a budget? Regular buses connect Budapest with many Western, Central and Eastern Europe capitals, even as far afield as the UK. The main international bus station in Budapest (Népliget) is close to the city center and on the Metro. Check out Flixbus for more information and to book tickets. Popular routes and estimated journey times: Bratislava (2.5 hours), Vienna (3 hours), Prague or Krakow (6-7 hours), Berlin (12 hours).

How to Get to the Hungaroring

Depending on where you are staying and your chosen mode of transport, the 20km trip from Budapest to the Hungaroring will take you anywhere from 30-90 minutes. If a helicopter transfer is beyond your budget, then the next most effective way to get to the track is via taxi, which only takes 30 minutes but costs approximately €40 each way. Alternatively, if you don’t mind a trip which takes more like 60-90 minutes and involves a fair bit of walking, then you can take the cheap train/shuttle bus option. Please note that the public transport plan for the 2026 Hungarian Grand Prix has now been published on the circuit website.

Trains to the Hungaroring

Taking the metro/train/shuttle bus to the Hungaroring will take anywhere from 60-90 minutes, depending on where you stay in the city.

Take the metro to the last station on the eastern end of the red metro line (M2), Örs vezér tere. If you are staying near a station on one of the other metro lines (M1 or M3), you will have to change for an eastern-bound M2 train at the main central interchange station, Deák Ferenc tér. It’s only 6 stops from Deák Ferenc tér to Örs vezér tere which should take around 15 minutes.

Once you have reached the end of the M2 line at Örs vezér tere, exit the station and cross to the opposite corner of the intersection (via an underpass), where you will find a small suburban train stop. A ticket office is nearby and there is also a large shopping center (a good place to stock up on water and snacks). Trains only go in one direction from here, as it’s the end of the line – you need the train in the direction of Gödöllő, Kerepes or Mogyoród.

Get off at the Kerepes HÉV station to use a free shuttle bus to Gate 3 at the Hungaroring. The free shuttle buses from Kerepes HÉV station operates at the 2025 Hungarian Grand Prix from 07:00-13:20 on Friday, 07:00-15:50 on Saturday and 07:00-14:50 on Sunday. Alternatively, you can get off at the Szilasliget stop and walk approx. 30 minutes to Gate 3.

Please note that there is an alternative system for leaving the circuit. Free shuttle buses still depart the track from near Gate 3, but travel instead to Gödöllő Railway Station. From here, you can take a wider selection of trains to get back to Budapest or even travel elsewhere. You can take the HÉV train back to Örs vezér tere (where you can get the subway) or travel to Budapest’s main railway station, Keleti Pályaudvar. During the 2025 Hungarian Grand Prix weekend, the shuttle buses from the circuit to Gödöllő Railway Station operated from 16:00-20:00 on Friday and Saturday, and from 16:45-20:30 on Sunday.

How to Buy Public Transport Tickets

There are two options for buying your train tickets to get to the Hungaroring. In both cases we strongly recommend buying in advance to avoid large queues on the day. The more expensive (and more flexible) option is to buy a Budapest Card for your stay. When purchasing a 72-hour Budapest Card (25,990 HUF, or €65.08) or longer, trips to and from the circuit are covered, as well as all public transport around the city. The card also provides discounted entry to various attractions in the city.

Alternatively, you can also purchase Pest County 24-day ticket or the 30-day Pest County pass, which can also be procured as an F1 Travel Pass for the Hungarian Grand Prix. The easiest way to purchase these tickets is via the MÁV app, available for Android or IOS.

Another option is to purchase only tickets for the MÁV train from Örs vezér tere to the circuit. These can be bought online via the MÁV app under Area and city tickets or in person at BKK ticket offices in Budapest. Temporary ticket offices are also located at the stations near the track on race weekend.

Shuttle Buses To/From Train Stations to the Hungaroring

Shuttle buses from the Kerepes HÉV station to the circuit are operating on Friday, Saturday and Sunday in 2025 but only for getting to the circuit. Shuttles depart at regular intervals, timed to coincide with the arrival of the trains. The shuttle buses from Kerepes HEV station to the track operate from 07:00-14:50 on Friday, Saturday and Sunday at the 2026 Hungarian GP.

For departing the circuit, the free shuttle buses depart from near Gate 3 but travel to Gödöllő Railway Station, where there is a better selection of trains back to Budapest (see above). The shuttle buses from the circuit to the Godollo Railway Station operate from 16:00-20:00 on Friday and Saturday, and 16:45-21:00 on Sunday during the 2026 Hungarian Grand Prix weekend

As long as you have a valid ticket for the race, you can take the shuttle bus. The service is pretty orderly and hassle free for most of the weekend, but don’t be in a hurry to leave the circuit after the race. Stay a while to let the crowds die down.

Walk To/From Train Stations to the Hungaroring

If you don’t mind a walk (and want to avoid the queues for the shuttle buses at the end of the day), you can also take the HÉV train back to Örs vezér tere from the Szilasliget, Hungaroring or Mogyoród stops. The best is Szilasliget, as the path to and from the circuit is paved. Depending on which station you choose, expect a walk of about 30 minutes to Gate 2 (best for Chicane Grandstands), Gate 3 (best for GA), or Gate 6 (best for the final corner grandstands).

City Shuttle to/from Heroes Square

The City Shuttle service was introduced in 2024 using minibuses to travel between Heroes Square in the center of Budapest and the Hungaroring. City Shuttles leave the circuit at regular intervals from 4pm from Friday to Sunday on race weekend. The pickup location for the City Shuttle buses is close to Gate 8 at the circuit (outside of Turn 1) and close to the taxi pickup area (check on the map here). It’s been confirmed that the City Shuttle service will return for the 2026 Hungarian Grand Prix, using both 19-seat minivans and 50-seat buses. Services will run continuously between 07:00-20:00. One way tickets cost €25 EUR and return tickets cost €38 EUR. This year, it will also be possible to reserve tickets in advance, though tickets are not yet on sale. You can also pay on the day via cash or credit card. More info here.

Taxis to the Hungaroring

The official taxi company for the Hungarian Grand Prix is Főtaxi

Taxis can be ordered via the FŐTAXI app, online or by phone: +36 1 222 2222

Only Főtaxi can use the special VIP access road to the circuit, so will be much quicker than using other taxis. Getting to/from the circuit shouldn’t take longer than 30-40 minutes from central areas of Budapest, though taxis can be delayed leaving the circuit after qualifying and the race.

Fares from the city to the circuit are not fixed. Here is the guidance from Főtaxi: “Within and outside the administrative boundaries of Budapest, the basic fee is HUF 1,100 (€3) and the per-minute fee is HUF 110 (50 Euro cents). Within the capital, the kilometre fee is HUF 440 (€1.5), and when crossing the capital’s boundaries, this charge is HUF 880 (€2.5). The total fee depends on the place of departure and the traffic, but the company estimates that a trip to Mogyoród from Buda will cost approximately HUF 14,000-18,000 (€36-46), while from Pest HUF 13,000-16,000 (€33-41)”. TBC for 2026

The pick up and drop off zone for taxis is near Gate 8 – this is close to the first corner and just up the hill from the main circuit entrance.

Please note that queues for taxis when leaving the circuit can be very large at peak times. We recommend trying to avoid taking a taxi at such times; taking the train or the City Shuttle is a better option.

Driving to the Hungaroring

The Hungaroring is located just off the M3 motorway which heads northeast out of Budapest

Don’t forget that you will need to buy a vignette to use the motorway; a ten-day pass costs around €16 and can be purchased online

There is a 0% blood alcohol limit for driving in Hungary – do not drink and drive

Access to the circuit is well signposted and the drive from central Budapest without traffic only takes 20-30 minutes, but be ready for traffic delays at peak times on Saturday and Sunday, especially when leaving the circuit. The roads around the circuit are narrow and were not designed to handle the volume of traffic the area experiences on Grand Prix weekend. Check access and departure routes in the maps above. PLEASE NOTE: Trackside parking P1, P2 and P3 is free for ticket holders, only Premium parking is paid.

Premium Parking can be purchased via the official ticket outlet, costing €40 EUR for Friday and Saturday, and €50 for Sunday (Sunday tickets are already sold out for 2026). Check the location of Premium Parking (behind Hungaroring grandstand) and the access/exit routes in this map.

Motorcycles can be left for free in car parks P1, P2 and P3, though it’s worth noting that the are grass areas(not sealed/asphalted)

Free scooter & bicycle parking is located in the parking lots next to Gates 7 and 2B. The parking area is not guarded, so it’s recommended to secure your bicycle or scooter with a good quality lock

Getting Around in Budapest

Budapest Taxis & Rideshare

Taxis used to be a bit of a lottery in Budapest, with a big variation in rates between companies and lots of drivers out to fleece tourists. Luckily, things have improved since a new law came into force to regulates taxi fares. Currently, there’s a fixed tariff of 440 HUF per km (€1.25/km) in addition to the one-off basic fee of 1,100 HUF (€3.13). Look for licensed taxis (normally yellow) which have a clearly identified price list on the window and ensure the drivers uses the meter from the start of the journey. As stated above, Főtaxi is the official taxi company for getting to and from the Hungaroring circuit.

The most popular ride sharing app in Hungary is called Bolt. Fares are generally much cheaper than for traditional taxis, and you don’t normally have to wait long for a driver in central parts of the city.

Budapest Public Transport

The metro is a great way to get around the city, and there are also trams, trolley buses and regular buses. Single tickets on public transport cost 500 HUF (€1.42) when bought in advance or 600 HUF (€1.99) on the spot. You can also buy a book of ten individual tickets for 4,500 HUF (€12.80). Don’t forget to validate your ticket as the public transport inspectors in the city have a fearsome reputation and have been known to shake down tourists. If you are planning on using a lot of public transport when you are in town, it makes sense to purchase a multi-day Budapest Travelcard or Budapest Card. More details about these cards are listed below.

Budapest Travel Cards

Budapest Travelcard: Unlimited journeys on all forms of public transport within the city limits. Valid for 24 hours (2,750 HUF / €7.80) or 72 hours (5,750 HUF / €16.35)

Budapest Card: Offers the same benefits as the Travelcard, but also includes extras such as free entry to museums and the Szent Lukács Thermal Baths, as well as lots of discounts. Valid for 24 hours (17,990 HUF / €51), 48 hours (23,990 HUF / €68), 72 hours (29,990 HUF / €85) and 96 hours (38,990 HUF / €111). A 72 hours PLUS option is also available with additional benefits (39,990 HUF / €114). PLEASE NOTE: Budapest Cards with a duration of at least 72 hours include travel via train/shuttle bus to and from the Hungaroring.