# BudapestGO — Budapest in real-time

> Budapest public transport planner and ticket purchasing app. (iPhone/iPad app by BKK Budapesti Közlekedési Központ Zártkörűen Működő Részvénytársaság.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/budapestgo/id916193835 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [BKK Budapesti Közlekedési Központ Zártkörűen Működő Részvénytársaság](https://appshunter.io/developer/805583021)
- Category: Travel, Navigation
- Price: Free
- Rating: 2.90/5 from 146 App Store ratings · 476 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 12+
- Requires: iOS 13.0 · 80 MB
- Languages: American English, Hungarian
- Released: 2014-09-19
- Data updated: 2026-08-27
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/budapestgo/id916193835/reviews.md

## What is BudapestGO?

The FUTÁR application by BKK Centre for Budapest Transport has been renewed under the name BudapestGO, which, in addition to real-time route planning, has been extended with new functions: you can buy digital single tickets, daily and weekly travelcards or passes in the application and you can also be informed immediately about the current transport service changes. You can use the route planner with a cleaner and clearer interface, facilitated by a number of new features.

New features in the app:
- Ticket and pass purchase, journey planning in a single app
- Digital single ticket now also available
- Automatic pass renewal
- Traffic information (BKK Info application integrated)
- Personalised transport updates via push message
- Trip planning for trains and suburban railways available with a BKK-pass
- Simplified interface
- You can buy local or intercity tickets and passes for most municipalities in Hungary.

## Key features

- Real-time route planning
- Digital ticket and pass purchase
- Automatic pass renewal
- Real-time traffic information
- Personalized transport updates
- Trip planning for trains and suburban railways

## What do users think of BudapestGO?

Overall sentiment: neutral

**Pros**

- 🚀 Comprehensive route planning
- 🗺️ Helpful real-time updates
- 💳 Convenient ticket purchasing
- 📱 Intuitive app design

**Cons**

- ⏱️ Slow app performance
- 🔒 Complicated registration process
- 💳 Lack of Apple Pay support
- 🔍 Unclear ticket validation instructions

**Commonly reported bugs**

- Frequent app crashes and login issues
- Unreliable ticket validation
- Inconsistent location tracking

**Most requested features**

- Group ticket validation
- Apple Watch app integration
- Offline mode for route planning
- Improved payment options

## Recent user reviews (10 of 476)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/budapestgo/id916193835/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Not honouring unsubscribe

*2026-08-10, version 6.7.1*

I have unsubscribed from these emails multiple times and I continue to receive emails.

### 1/5 — Shockingly bad user experience

*2026-08-07, version 6.7.1*

I’d be so embarrassed if I were the developer of this app.

### 5/5 — Actually pretty good

*2026-08-03, version 6.7.1*

Not sure why the reviews are so negative on this.

The app is super easy to use - easier than the Paris equivalents, comparable to Prague, Vienna apps.
Required minimal details, just name and address, no ID.

A few reviewers apparently complained about the payment handler, Simple, that opens in a popup to accept payment. This is not a separate app, just a popup for accepting payment. It didn’t require any extra info from me and Apple Pay worked fine.

Not sure what all the fuss is about, app is actually pretty good.

### 2/5 — slow

*2026-07-20, version 6.7.1*

app is very frustrating. i purchased a multi day pass as a tourist. no issues paying for the pass, but every time i was asked for the ticket, the app takes forever to load the home screen and even longer pulling up the actual ticket

### 1/5 — trash

*2026-07-17, version 6.7.1*

worst transit app i’ve ever used literally can’t even buy anything 👍👍👍

### 1/5 — Very poor

*2026-07-13*

Mauvaise application qui ne permet pas de comprendre les différents types de tickets. Même assez dangereuse car elle ne précise pas assez bien qu’il faut valider son billet avant de prendre le métro

**Developer response:** Thank you for your feedback, and we're sorry you had a bad experience.

### 2/5 — App payment system needs work

*2026-07-10, version 6.7.0*

Considering how up to date the UI is, I’m surprised the app is as convoluted as it is when buying tickets. When clicking pay by Apple Pay, I need to input my billing address manually, which you have access to from Apple, opening another site where I need to then sort Apple Pay there is also a pain and starting in the app would be far more intuitive. I then get two emails for each purchase from the app and the site. After paying, the site doesn’t always close, so I have to hope it’s sorted and navigate to the paid for ticket. The you’ve paid for a full fare ticket screen also feels useless, as the next thing I’ll want to do is either pay for another, or more likely validate my ticket. On a similar note showing the ticket to the inspectors shouldn’t be more than clicking on the ticket and we got them to do it for us the first time.

### 4/5 — Works

*2026-07-08, version 6.7.0*

Stress free unlimited transport use. Setting up is a slight pain in the neck, but once you finish the set up process, purchasing and using is quite easy. Very beautiful city to explore. You do not need to scan the QR code every time youre on board. The ticket instructor will find out to validate your tix.

### 1/5 — Keeps sending emails

*2026-07-05, version 6.7.0*

I used this app one time 3 years ago on a trip to Budapest. Years later they are still emailing me about stuff to do with their app. The unsubscribe does nothing. They must have emailed about 30 times just because my credit card was expired- why they stored it in the first place, I was only there for one day.

### 1/5 — Faulty App Scams Travelers

*2026-07-02, version 6.7.0*

So multiple times I have bought a ticket and tried to validate it only to get “unknown error - ticket failed to validate” problem is that you can only validate a ticket before getting onto a tram which is only a 10 second window tops. So the first time I scanned and hopped onto the tram only for the app to say it didn’t validate, a fare inspect was by the door and instantly fined me $38 USD knowing fully well I attempted to validate my ticket but the app failed. After this incident there has been countless times that I’ve waited another 15 minutes for a next tram or bus than risk hopping on because this app fails to validate my purchased tickets.

## Frequently asked questions about BudapestGO

### What does the BudapestGO app do?

The BudapestGO app provides real-time route planning for public transport in Budapest. It also allows users to purchase digital single tickets, daily and weekly travelcards, and passes directly within the application. Users can also receive immediate notifications about current transport service changes.

### What are the key features of BudapestGO?

Key features include integrated ticket and pass purchase with journey planning, digital single tickets, automatic pass renewal, real-time traffic information, personalized transport updates via push messages, and trip planning for trains and suburban railways. The app also boasts a simplified interface.

### Is BudapestGO free to use?

Yes, the BudapestGO app is free to download and use. While the app itself is free, users will need to purchase tickets and passes for their journeys through the in-app purchasing system.

### What kind of tickets can I buy with BudapestGO?

You can buy digital single tickets, daily and weekly travelcards, and passes for public transport in Budapest. Additionally, the app allows you to purchase local or intercity tickets and passes for most municipalities in Hungary.

### Who is the target audience for BudapestGO?

The app is designed for anyone who uses public transportation in Budapest, including residents for their daily commute and tourists exploring the city. It's particularly useful for those who want to plan trips and manage their tickets digitally.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 6.7.1 — 2026-07-14

MOL Bubi integration improvements
General bug fixes and fine-tuning

### 6.7.0 — 2026-06-09

• Updated notifications
• Display of stop identifiers
• Sales-related improvements
• Optimisation of certain screens
• Fine-tuning related to GDPR compliance
• General bug fixes and fine-tuning

### 6.6.1 — 2026-04-08

• Bug fixes

### 6.6.0 — 2026-03-19

• The widget is now updated: more sizes, more flexible placement, direct ticket or pass selection, and faster launch from the widget
• Time zone management: journey planning information is displayed in Hungary time zone
• Performance and other bug fixes
• Other minor enhancements

### 6.5.3 — 2026-03-09

• Bug fixes

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