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Free public transport for those fighting the coronavirus
The government is allowing workers who are fighting against the coronavirus free transportation on public lines.
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Government purchases 60 new environmentally-friendly buses
The Hungarian government is increasing public transportation in Budapest with the purchase of 60 new buses.
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PM Orbán appoints former Budapest mayor as transport commissioner
PM Orbán has appointed former Budapest mayor István Tarlós as prime ministerial commissioner in charge of national transport and public services infrastructure development.
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BKK ticket inspectors equipped with mobile payment terminals for fare dodgers
The Budapest public transport company (BKK) has been testing the new POS system since May and has so far received 1,800 fine transfers through it.
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Hungary's public transport system goes green
Regional councils are taking steps to introduce green buses to Hungary's public transport system.
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Budapest public transport to introduce e-ticketing this year
Airport bus passengers can expect to get hold of their tickets via smart phones starting as early as June, with universal e-ticketing expected to roll out by September, Mayor Tarlós said
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Californian startup to bring scooters and other electric rollers to Budapest
The so-called electric rollers will help alleviate the problems caused by traffic jams, air pollution and parking difficulties
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Hungarian government plans extensive railway development over the coming years
The Hungarian government has announced new railway projects that will set a speedy course for development over the coming years
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BKK to launch new 24 hour bus service to Liszt Ferenc International Airport
BKK has announced that it will run its new 200E bus service to Liszt Ferenc International Airport all day and night. The 100E service from Deák tér has become crowded so the new service should relieve the load
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Futuristic plans unveiled for new M2 metro line
The new M2 route will take just 25 minutes to reach Deák Ferenc Square from Rákoskeresztúr instead of the current 60 minute journey
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First look at new Metro line 3 designs
Designs for the new metro line 3 have been released to show the public how the stations will look when renovation work is completed in 2019
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New metro line to be built in Budapest
Permission for the construction of a new metro line to Rákosmente is being prepared so that work can begin in 2019, and completed in 2020
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Budapest's famous Christmas “light tram” is back in service until January 7th
The famous “light tram”, or fényvillamos, is covered with over 39,000 lights and is put into operation from 5pm each evening throughout December and early January