New parking system in Budapest: Short-stay spaces, courier zones, K+R stops introduced
Practical new parking options have appeared in several districts of Budapest. As part of the GRETA project, the Budapest Transport Centre (BKK) has implemented developments aimed at streamlining traffic, goods delivery, and short-term parking. In the Corvin Quarter, half-hour waiting spots and dedicated parking spaces for food couriers have been created, while Újpest now boasts a new loading zone and a K+R (Kiss and Ride) stop.
Order out of chaos in Corvin Quarter
Irregular parking and loading have long posed a problem in one of the busiest parts of District VIII, frequently hindering both pedestrians and cyclists. Thanks to these latest interventions, seven new loading zones have been established on streets, including Vajdahunyad, Futó, Tömő, Bókay, Lósy and Práter, and the first half-hour parking spaces have appeared as well.
The new parking spaces on Futó, Nagy Templom, Bókay and Leonardo da Vinci streets are specifically intended to make quick errands—such as parcel collection or brief shopping stops—easier. Corvin Promenade has also been officially declared a pedestrian-cyclist zone, making the area more orderly and safer for those on foot or bicycle.
Designated parking for food couriers
As a pilot, dedicated waiting spots for bicycle couriers have been set up at Corvin Plaza’s Vajdahunyad Street entrance. Only couriers are permitted to use these points; waiting by motor vehicle is strictly prohibited. The goal is to ensure couriers can wait for orders in a safer and more organised environment.
Pilot project in Újpest
The improvements are not limited to the city centre; developments are underway in North Pest as well. A new loading zone has been designated on Templom Street in Újpest, while a K+R stop has been created on Árpád Road, allowing motorists to pause briefly—for example, while passengers are being dropped off or picked up. As part of the project, the micromobility point (for e-scooters and bicycles) in the area has been expanded, and bollards have been installed to prevent unlawful parking.
Parking statistics: One in five motorists circling for a spot in Budapest
According to BKK data, drivers in the capital spend an average of 6–8 minutes searching for a parking space, contributing to several thousand tonnes of unnecessary CO₂ emissions each year. In some inner districts, occupancy of parking spaces exceeds 95%, making short-stay spaces and regulated loading zones a significant help for both residents and goods transporters.
Sustainable urban logistics
The GRETA (Greening Regional Freight Transport in FUAs) EU project aims to reorganise urban transport and freight logistics using modern, sustainable methods. Experts are developing a regulatory framework that will promote the creation of a transparent, unified system in public spaces, such as for parking or courier services.
According to the announcement, the project will continue until March 2026, ultimately striving to make Budapest a more orderly, greener and safer city for both residents and commuters.