Budapest’s Bike-Sharing Network Just Got a Whole Lot Bigger
If you’ve been eyeing those apple-green bikes parked around Budapest and wondering whether they’re worth a spin, now is a better time than ever to find out. Starting September 15, 2026, the city’s MOL Bubi bike-sharing system expanded its network by more than 400 new pickup and drop-off locations, known as Mobi Points, making it easier than ever for visitors to grab a bike, pedal through the city, and drop it off practically wherever their sightseeing takes them.
This isn’t a minor tweak. It’s part of a bigger plan by BKK, Budapest’s public transport authority, to weave bike-sharing more tightly into the fabric of the city, and for tourists exploring on two wheels, it means shorter walks to find a bike and a lot more freedom to roam.
What Exactly Are Mobi Points
Mobi Points are designated bicycle and scooter parking spots scattered throughout Budapest, marked by a distinctive green circular sign and a matching green-painted patch on the pavement. Until now, these zones were mainly used for privately owned bikes and shared e-scooters, but as of this expansion, over 400 of them have been folded into the MOL Bubi network as official docking locations.
That means travelers can now pick up or return a MOL Bubi bike at hundreds of additional spots across the city, not just at the dedicated Bubi stations you might already recognize. Look for the green signage or check the MOL Bubi app, where every valid Mobi Point shows up on the map with the MOL Bubi logo attached, along with the station’s name and how many bikes it can hold.
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One important thing to keep in mind: not every green Mobi Point sign automatically works for MOL Bubi returns. Only the ones tagged in the app with the MOL Bubi logo count as official stations, so it’s worth a quick glance at the map before ending your ride to make sure you’re leaving the bike somewhere it is actually meant to go.
Shorter Walks Between Stations
Before this rollout, Bubi stations were typically spaced around 300 to 400 meters apart, which is roughly a five-minute walk. With the new Mobi Points added into the mix, that gap shrinks dramatically in many parts of the city, down to as little as 100 to 150 meters between stations in some areas.
For a tourist hopping between attractions, that difference matters. It means less time hunting for a place to leave the bike and more spontaneity in how you get around, whether you’re darting from the Danube promenade up to the Buda Castle district or weaving through the café-lined streets of the Jewish Quarter. Short hops that used to feel like a stretch on a shared bike now fit comfortably within a quick, casual ride.
More Expansion Is Already on the Way
BKK isn’t stopping here. Another 400 Mobi Points are expected to join the network later this autumn, and by early 2027, the plan is to have more than 1,100 pickup and drop-off locations across Budapest. Future additions will be shaped by usage data and ongoing talks between the city and its district governments, so the network is likely to keep adapting to where people actually want to ride.
For anyone visiting Budapest over the coming months, that steady rollout means the bike-sharing map will only get denser and more convenient with time.
A Strong Start for the Relaunched Service
The current version of MOL Bubi launched on August 3, 2026, bringing a redesigned app, a mix of classic and electric bikes, and a fresh registration process. In its first weeks alone, more than 52,000 people signed up, and the fleet has already logged over 270,000 individual rides, a number that’s roughly 20 percent higher than the same period under the old system.
Electric bikes, nicknamed e-Bubis, have proven especially popular. Between August 3 and September 13, riders took more than 70,000 trips on the e-assist bikes, accounting for nearly a third of all rides. If you’re not used to cycling in a hilly city, or you simply want to save your energy for walking around Buda Castle or the Gellért Hill lookout points, the electric option is worth checking for on the map, since bikes with battery assistance are marked separately from the classic ones.
How to Actually Use It as a Visitor
Getting started only takes a few minutes. Download the MOL Bubi app, switch the language to English if needed, and register with your phone number and a bank card. Once you’re set up, the map shows every available bike nearby, distinguishing between classic and electric models, along with real-time battery levels for the e-Bubis.
To grab a bike, simply scan the QR code on its frame with the app, and the smart lock releases automatically. If you want to make sure a particular bike will still be there when you arrive, you can reserve it in the app for up to ten minutes. Riding through Budapest’s flat inner districts is generally easy going, and dedicated bike lanes run along much of the Danube embankment and through several central neighborhoods.
When you reach your destination, head to the nearest official station, whether that’s a traditional Bubi dock or one of the newly added Mobi Points, and close the smart lock. Listen for the confirmation beep, and double-check the return registered correctly in the app before you walk away. Leaving a bike outside a recognized station, or forgetting to lock it, can result in an extra fee under the service’s terms, so it pays to take those few extra seconds.
Why This Matters for Your Budapest Trip
Budapest is a city that rewards slow exploration, but it also sprawls enough that walking everywhere can eat up a lot of your day. A denser bike network fills that gap nicely, letting you cover more ground between the must-see landmarks without committing to public transport schedules or taxi fares. Pair a Bubi ride with a stroll along the Danube, a visit to one of the city’s thermal baths, or an afternoon wandering through the Great Market Hall, and you’ll likely find it’s one of the most flexible ways to experience the city like a local.
With hundreds more docking points already live and another wave coming this autumn, MOL Bubi is shaping up to be an even easier way to see Budapest on your own schedule, one green bike at a time.
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