Budapest Keleti Train Station Car Hire

Range of Cars for Hire at Budapest Keleti Train Station

Economy Cars for Hire at Budapest Keleti Train Station

There are several economically friendly cars available for hire at Budapest Keleti Train Station:

Toyota Aygo

Transmission: Manual
Passengers: 4
Doors: 2-4

Ideal for making your way around Budapest and its surrounding areas, particularly if you are a solo traveller or travelling as a couple.

Hyundai i10

Transmission: Manual
Passengers: 4
Doors: 4-5

Another small car, the Hyundai i10 is easy to drive in the city of Budapest, and it is also suitable for motorway driving, too.

Fiat 500 Dolcevita

Transmission: Manual
Passengers: 4
Doors: 2-3

Made for both city centre and motorway driving, the Fiat 500 also has the advantage of being a fuel-efficient car, too.

Family Cars for Hire at Budapest Keleti Train Station

There is also a range of family cars available for hire at Budapest Keleti Train Station, due to their extra storage space and larger size.

Citroen C4

Transmission: Manual
Passengers: 5
Doors: 4-5

The extra storage space in the Citroen C4 makes it the ideal choice for families who are visiting Budapest and wish to make the most of their experience by hiring a car.

Dacia Jogger

Transmission: Manual
Passengers: 7
Doors: 4-5

Ideal for a large family, the Dacia Jogger has 7 seats, so it can comfortably fit extra passengers if you have a large family, or the extra room can be used for storage of suitcases and other similar large items.

Volvo XC-40

Transmission: Automatic
Passengers: 5
Doors: 2-4

The perfect choice for those who prefer driving automatic cars rather than manual ones, the Volvo XC-40 is also a good choice for those wishing to undertake longer road trips.

What Suppliers are Available at Budapest Keleti Train Station?

Sixt is the only supplier at Budapest Keleti Train Station.

Sixt: Arguably the first name that comes to mind when car rental companies are the topic of discussion, Sixt has an office at Budapest Keleti Train Station and offers a wide range of vehicles, from the small Kia Picanto to an eight-seater Ford Tourneo Custom.

Where is Budapest Keleti Train Station Located?

Address: Budapest, Kerepesi út 2-4, 1087 Hungary

What to Know About Budapest Keleti Train Station

Network Routes: There are many train companies which offer services from Budapest Keleti Train Station, including Railjet, EuroCity, InterCity, EuroNight and Sebesvonat.

In addition to providing routes to other Hungarian cities, passengers can visit other European cities directly from Budapest Keleti Train Station, including Zurich (Switzerland), Munich (Germany), Wien (Austria), Brasov (Romania), Košice (Slovakia), Ljubljana (Slovenia) and many more, making it one of the best train stations for reaching other European cities from.

Food and Drink: The train station is in the process of refurbishment, so there are several places around the train station where you can get some food and drink, including local coffee shops where you can get a sit-in or a takeout coffee and pastry, or nearby restaurants for a larger meal. However, there are convenience shops in the station offering takeout drinks and snacks, as well as vending machines.

Attractions: There are both first-class and business-class lounges at the train station, which make for excellent places to relax and recharge before your train journey. The architecture of the train station also pays homage to two of rail engineering’s biggest figures, with statues of them outside: George Stephenson and James Watt.

Shops: There is a convenience store where you can get any last-minute essentials, ranging from books to toiletries, and snacks and drinks.

Operating Hours:

• Open 03:45–01:00 (Monday to Friday)
• 03:45–02:00 (Saturday and Sunday)

Facilities:

• International cash desk
• Disabled access
• Toilets
• Ticket vending machine
• Lost property
• Business-class and first-class lounges
• Luggage storage facilities
• Business centre
• Free WiFi
• Customer service in the Passenger Centre, open the same hours as the station

Peak Hours at Budapest Keleti Train Station

As with most major train stations, the main rush hours centre around the busiest time for commuters to use the train during the week, which at Budapest Keleti Train Station is generally around 07:30–09:00 and 16:30–18:30 during the week. If you can avoid the train station during these hours, then you will have a much more positive experience at Budapest Keleti Train Station.

How far away is Budapest Keleti Train Station from Budapest Airport?

Budapest Keleti Train Station is around 19km away from Budapest Airport and can be reached by car in 30 minutes or so. However, there is also a dedicated shuttle bus service which runs from the airport to Budapest Keleti Train Station, departing every 30 minutes, and the journey takes around 48 minutes. Tickets are priced at €9 each.

Parking at Budapest Keleti Train Station

There is a dedicated parking space at Budapest Keleti Train Station, although it is a short-stay car park. Prices start at 450 HUF (£0.91) per hour, up to 5400 HUF (£10.90) for 24 hours, which, for city centre parking, is very reasonably priced. There are also several local long-stay car parks nearby, where drivers can park for longer periods of time.