BudapestGO Turns Four: The City’s Smartest Travel Buddy Celebrates in Style
If BudapestGO were a person, it would be that organized friend who always knows when the next tram’s coming, where to grab a coffee before your bus, and how to dodge a transport delay like a pro. And guess what? This trusty travel pal just turned four!
From Tickets to Tech Magic
When the Budapest Centre for Transport (BKK) launched BudapestGO back in February 2022, locals and tourists alike were just getting used to scanning QR codes instead of paper tickets. Fast forward four years, and the app has evolved from a handy helper to an all-in-one travel command center. You can buy tickets and passes anytime, anywhere — complete with Google Pay and Apple Pay support. Whether you’re grabbing a 30-minute ticket for a quick trip to Heroes’ Square, or a 10-ticket block for festival hopping between Buda and Pest, BudapestGO has your back.
Oh, and if your friend forgets to buy their ticket (we all have that one friend), you can now buy theirs too. Toss everything into your shopping basket and sort all your rides at once. Easy, breezy, and oh-so-Budapest.
Smart Travel Gets Even Smoother
BudapestGO isn’t just about buying tickets; it’s about traveling smarter. The app lets you plan your route, view real-time vehicle movements, and even mark your favorite stops. Need accessibility info or front-door boarding guidance? It’s all right there. And the little “Boarding” button — the city’s most underrated innovation — means you can show your pass faster than you can say Jó napot!
Even better, you can now validate your ticket right inside the journey planner. No app-hopping, no stress. Just pure, uninterrupted Budapest exploration.
Best deals of Budapest
More Than an App — It’s a Lifestyle
Here’s where things get even more fun. Using BudapestGO doesn’t just make your travel smooth — it comes with perks. Students, for instance, can get discounted entry to the city’s famous thermal baths (yes, Széchenyi is still magical in winter) and even festival tickets at half price, including for the 2026 Sziget Festival.
And if you’re feeling lucky, February pass holders can win Ultra VIP tickets to Budapest Comic Con. Because sometimes, patience at the ticket machine deserves superhero-level rewards.
Four Years On — And Still Going
With over four million registered users and more than 1.5 million active monthly travelers, BudapestGO has become one of Hungary’s most popular digital creations — even earning the coveted “App of the Year” award twice.
So, whether you’re exploring Buda’s hills or Pest’s party streets, consider BudapestGO your ultimate guide. It’s fast, it’s smart, and it speaks the language of the city — convenience.
Happy 4th birthday, BudapestGO — and here’s to many more adventures on the go!
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