Keleti, Hungary
The station, constructed and later renovated, remains a famous modern landmark, visible from across the city and street, accessible by escalators and offering easy access to the danube river, the north and west sides of town, and other hubs like nyugati station, budapest nyugati, and budapest kelenföld. The building is served by an architect-designed terminus, still departing hundreds of trains each day, connecting travelers onward toward belgrade and beyond, with atms and currency exchange available for those needing euros, useful whether crossing into Hungary for a single stop or a longer stay, especially popular each august, and for any person planning elevation their journey through this historic station.
Kerepesi út 2-4, Budapest, Hungary
Popular questions
Popular questions
The station is often referred to as eastern railway station or simply budapest keleti, reflecting its role as a railway station and metro station combined in one building.
The station's structure is anchored on over 3,000 wooden larch piles, and it features Neo-Renaissance architectural style with Neo-Baroque elements.
The ticket office and customer centre are located near the city center entrance of keleti railway station, close to the main hall.
No, it's more commonly referred to by its shorter, traditional name rather than this full descriptive title.
ATMs are located near the main stop inside the station, convenient for currency exchange before or after a trip to Vienna or Munich.
Yes, it's open to the public and forms part of the main concourse, known for its decorative ceiling.
No, it's more commonly referred to by its shorter, traditional name rather than this full descriptive title.
Intercity Hotel is across the square from Keleti station, and Baross City Hotel is located across from Budapest Keleti station. Hotel Bristol is an 8-minute walk away, Elit Hotel is a 2-minute walk, and Corinthia Hotel is a 20-minute walk from Keleti station.
Budapest Keleti is served by metro lines M2 and M4, with Metro line M2 connecting Keleti to Deli station in 7 stops. Taxis are available at the north side taxi rank, and tram lines 4 and 6 also stop near Keleti station.
Budapest Keleti station was formally inaugurated on August 16, 1884, in a ceremony marking the completion of years of construction work. Interestingly, the station was originally named Központi Indóház, meaning "Central Terminus" in Hungarian, before it was renamed Keleti Railway Station in 1892 to reflect its role as the city's eastern gateway.
The station was designed by architects Gyula Rochlitz and Janos Feketehazy, whose combined vision shaped both the engineering and the decorative grandeur of the building. After more than a century of continuous use, the station underwent renovations between 2002 and 2004, modernizing facilities while preserving its historic character.
Travelers staying near the station have several convenient options. Intercity Hotel is located directly across the square from Keleti station, while Baross City Hotel is located across from Budapest Keleti station as well, making both extremely easy to reach on foot. A little further out, Hotel Bristol is an 8-minute walk from Keleti station, Elit Hotel is just a 2-minute walk, and Corinthia Hotel is a 20-minute walk from Keleti station, offering options for every budget and preference.
No, it's more commonly referred to by its shorter, traditional name rather than this full descriptive title. Construction of the station began in 1881, and it used electric lighting from early on — among the first stations anywhere to do so.
A direct connection makes the transfer quick, taking only a few stops by suburban rail.
Yes, it's open to the public and forms part of the main concourse, known for its decorative ceiling.