Buda Castle Buda Castle, Budapest
Discover the Buda Castle District on the Buda side of Budapest on a small group – hop on hop off style – mini bus ride on the Buda Hills. Enjoy the fascinating views over the river Danube and UNESCO World Heritage sights from the comfort of your seat. The mini bus has a special permit in the Castle District thus allowing visitor to easily explore the dozens of landmarks and attractions – especially recommended for senior visitors or visitors with limited mobility.
BOOKING a Castle Bus Ticket
Highlights of Castle Bus Ride
- Explore the Buda Castle attractions conveniently: 5 stops
- Hop off at the Fisherman’s Bastion (entries from approx. €5)
- Hop off at Matthias Church (entries from approx. €7)
- Hop off at the Royal Palace
- Buda Castle Bus Map
- Unlimited Ride
- Comfortable eco friendly electric Bus
- Easily access the Castle Hilltop from the Chain Bridge / Tunnel
- Frequent rides every 10 minutes
- Great alternative to the Funicular up and down cable car as the open air mini bus is allowed to enter the Castle District zone (unlike big Hop on Hop off buses)
- Recommended for limited mobility or a quick explorative ride
- Discount for Children
- Included in the tourist travel pass Official Budapest Card
- Note: the bus features no guided tour
Dates & Hours
Dates: Daily, Monday – Sunday
Hours: all day, running every 10 minutes
9 am – 5 pm (winter season: 9 am – 4pm)
Drop ins are not accepted, please book in advance in the tour reservation form.
Prices of Buda & Pest Bus Tour
Adult: €18
Child: €13 (0-12 years old), free under 6 years old or with an Official Budapest Card
Get to know Budapest and the main sights during this popular bus ride which includes the most famous buildings of Buda and Pest.
Exclusions from Buda Castle Bus Ride
- Entry to the National Gallery inside the Buda Castle
- Entry to the Budapest History Museum inside the Buda Castle
- Entry to any museums in the Buda Castle
- Commentary: please note that the bus ticket does not include audio guide. For a private bus tour, kindly contact us for a quote at info [at] budacastlebudapest [dot] com
- Gratuities
Last updated July 30, 2023
Hi. I’d like to buy tickets for the Castle Bus but I am confused by the hop-on and hop off rules. There are five stops but how often am I allowed to hop on and hop off again?
The Get Your Guide website for ticket purchase says the ride is for one circuit only and yet you advise:
1st, You can take a full complete round, for example. Then get off at a sight to look around.
2nd Then take another partial round and get off at an attraction to wish to have a closer look at.
3rd Then hop back again to get to your final destination.
So, does that mean I can only get off and back on again at two sights?
Sorry to labour the point but I am confused.
Thanks for your help in advance, we visit Budapest in early August 2025
Dear Nicholas,
Thank you for reaching out with your question about the Budapest Castle Bus service!
We are pleased to confirm that the ticket operates on a hop-on hop-off basis and is valid for a full circuit. This means that passengers can freely disembark at any of the stops, explore the area, and then board another bus by showing their ticket.
Please note that the ticket is valid for only one complete circuit. Once the round is finished, you would need a new ticket to continue your journey or take another round.
Have a lovely time in Budapest!