Changes in Budapest public transport as schools start: BKK increases services

As the new school year begins, the Budapest Transport Centre (BKK) will increase the frequency of its public transport services starting Monday to accommodate the expected rise in passengers. The company encourages commuters to use rail-based transport options, such as the metro, HÉV, and trams.

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From Monday onwards, Budapest’s public transport network will operate on a more frequent schedule, similar to the one used during the school term, rather than the reduced summer timetable, Világgazdaság reports. In preparation for the increased demand with the start of the school year, BKK advises commuters to opt for rail services like the metro, HÉV, and trams whenever possible.

BKK also warned that after the lighter traffic of the summer break, roads—especially on popular routes and near schools—will likely become more congested during morning hours. With the increase in pedestrian and cyclist traffic, drivers are urged to exercise greater patience and caution.

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