Major changes ahead: BKK to simplify passes and increase MOL Bubi fees
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The Budapest Transport Centre (BKK) is set to further streamline its ticket and pass offerings in 2025, following changes aligned with the tariff alliance introduced earlier this year. These measures aim to make public transport in Budapest more accessible, affordable, and transparent.
Changes concerning BKK passes
Starting 7 January 2025, several ticket types will be discontinued based on customer purchasing trends, BKK reports. These include:
- Half-month, quarterly, semester, and discounted annual passes for primary and secondary school students.
- Quarterly, semester, and discounted annual passes for university students.
- Quarterly and discounted annual passes for pensioners.
- Budapest group 24-hour tickets.
- Dog and bicycle passes.
In place of these passes, dog and bicycle transport will be free for those holding valid transport passes. Those travelling with single tickets will still need to purchase separate tickets for pets or bicycles, adhering to specific conditions.
Changes concerning MOL Bubi bike-sharing
Additionally, BKK will phase out the annual MOL Bubi bike-sharing subscription, replacing it with a new six-month pass costing HUF 6,500 (approx. EUR 16). The monthly fee will rise to HUF 1,500 (approx. EUR 4), while the per-minute rental fee will be adjusted to HUF 50 (EUR 0.12). As the MOL Bubi service expands, three new bike stations will be added in early 2025, bringing the total to 220 locations across Budapest.
