Attention: Changes to Budapest’s busiest tram service during the festive season
Budapest’s iconic tram lines 4 and 6, among the city’s most frequented public transport routes, will face significant service changes between 27 December 2024, and 5 January 2025. A damaged water pipe beneath the tracks near Irinyi József Street necessitates urgent repairs, affecting tram operations on the southern section of the route.
Adjusted tram service
During the maintenance period, trams will only run between Széll Kálmán Square and Corvin-negyed under the joint 4-6 label, Világgazdaság reports based on BKK’s statement. To ensure connectivity, replacement buses will operate on the affected sections:
- Between Újbuda-központ and Corvin-negyed with route number 4.
- Between Móricz Zsigmond körtér and Corvin-negyed with route number 6.
The replacement buses will stop at key points, including Üllői Road, where passengers heading toward Széll Kálmán Square are advised to transfer to the tram or metro at the Ferenc körút stop.
Alternative routes
The Budapest Transport Center (BKK) recommends several alternative transport options during the repair works:
- M3 metro combined with M4 metro via Kálvin Square for seamless travel to Újbuda-központ.
- M4 metro or tram 47 for routes starting from Újbuda-központ.
- M4 metro, bus 7, or trams 47 and 49 for connections from Móricz Zsigmond körtér.
- Buses 107 and 133E for journeys originating near Budafoki Road.
- Tram 2 for those travelling from Boráros Square towards the city centre.
Practical travel tips
Passengers are encouraged to use the BudapestGO app, which provides real-time route information and allows users to purchase tickets and passes conveniently. Additionally, BKK staff will be available at key locations to assist travellers during this period.
The repair work has been scheduled strategically during the winter school holidays and festive season to minimize disruptions. Despite the temporary changes, the availability of replacement buses and alternative routes ensures that passengers can still travel efficiently across the city.
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