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Travelling by air is the fastest way to reach the Balaton Park Circuit, especially for international visitors. Here are the main options.

Travelling via Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)

Hungary’s largest and busiest airport, with two terminals (2A and 2B) serving numerous international and domestic flights. It’s well-equipped with car rentals, restaurants, lounges, and shopping.

Travel Options to Balaton Park Circuit

Car Rental
Various rental companies at the airport. The drive takes about 75-90 minutes via the M0 ring road and M7 motorway.
Here’s a list of some popular car rental services available at Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD):

• Avis
• Budget
• Europcar
• Sixt
• Hertz
• Enterprise
• Schiller Rent a Car (local company)

Car rental desks are usually located in Terminal 2 of the airport, right after the baggage claim area. You can book online in advance through their websites or through comparison platforms like Rentalcars.com or Kayak, which can often help you find better deals.

Train
From Budapest’s main train stations (Keleti, Déli, or Kelenföld), you can catch a direct train to Balatonakarattya station, which is closest to the circuit. From Balatonakarattya railway you can take bus 7323 to Balatonfőkajár bus station which is 1.3 away from the circuit.

You can search for tickets here.

Bus
Buses from the airport connect to Népliget Bus Terminal, where long-distance buses to Lake Balaton towns like Siófok are available.

Taxi
Taxis (a major Hungarian taxi operator is Főtaxi) can take you directly to the circuit, though this is a pricier option.

Uber
Uber operates in Hungary, offering a range of services from budget to premium rides. You can book a ride via the Uber app, which also allows you to track your ride and share details with your family for added safety. Premium Uber services provide more spacious interiors and professional drivers. For more information, click here.

Vienna International Airport (VIE)

Details
Located in Austria, Vienna Airport serves a large number of international destinations and is about 190 km from the Balaton Park Circuit. Car rentals, hotels, lounges, and numerous services are available.

Travel Option
Renting a car is the most practical option for the 2.5-hour drive to the circuit via the A4 and M1 motorways.