Driving is on the right with overtaking only on the left. In Hungary you must drive with dipped headlights at all times if you are outside of the urban areas. This is because rural roads can be very dark with pedestrians or carts travelling on them which makes it dangerous for the driver.
Hungary has updated most of its roads since the country entered the European Union. Therefore the roads are in good condition although you need to obtain a special sticker if you plan to drive on the motorways.
Give way to the right when vehicles are approaching an intersection. You give way to the left on a motorway. You must always give way to forms of public transportation such as buses and trams.
Hungary can experience very severe winter weather conditions and so if you travel there at that time of year you must have winter tyres. Snow chains should be carried with you in case they are needed. Ask our rental staff about studded tyres and whether or not you need them. A first aid kit, reflective jacket and warning triangle should be carried in all cars. Spare headlamp bulbs are also required by law.
It is illegal to talk on mobile phones while driving unless you have a hands free kit. Do not use your horn at any time unless it is an emergency as it is an offence to do so. If you have to pass a rail crossing do so slowly.
If you get into an accident with a Hungarian citizen you must report it to the Association of Hungarian Insurance Companies. If your car hire Hungary vehicle damaged by an accident then you need to get a certificate from the police to give to us when you return the car. For those who are entering Hungary with a vehicle that has clearly been damaged they must report it to the authorities at the time of entry as it will be investigated.
Seatbelts are mandatory for all drivers and all passengers whether they are sitting in the front seat or the back seat. Children who are less than 150 cm tall must sit in the back seat. If they are under three years of age then they must have an appropriate child seat which you can get with your Rhino rental.
Motorway signs are blue with white writing.
1.24 Euros for unleaded 95 petrol, 1.28 Euros for unleaded 98 petrol and 1.17 Euros for diesel petrol.
There is a zero tolerance policy towards drink-driving in Hungary so do not do it or be prepared for serious consequences
It is a legal requirement to have your license and car hire Hungary documents with you. It is also a good idea to have your passport, proof of insurance and your vehicle registration information
Yes as long as it is an EU licence. Otherwise you need to have an International Driving Permit as well as a copy of your home licence.
Hello - Jo napot kivanok
Thank you - Koeszoenoem
Good bye – Szia
Petrol - Benzin
Diesel – Gazolaj Dizel
Diversion – Kervlo Ut
Toll – Vam
Police Station – Renderseg
Hospital - Korhaz
Exit - Eltavosaz
Yes Hungary has a toll road system. You need to get a vignette if you travel on roads such as the M1, M3, M5 or M7 and this is available from petrol stations in the country. The motorway toll can also be paid online at http://www.ppo.hu.
List of roads that require a vignette:
M1 (Budapest – Hegyeshalom),
M3 (Budapest -Gorbehaza – Nyiregyhaza)
M5 (Budapest – Kiskunfelegyhaza – Szeged - Roszke/border with Serbia)
M6 (M0- Erd - Dunaujvaros)
M7 (Budapest - Lake Balaton – Letenye, border with Croatia)
M30 (Emod - Miskolc)
M35 (Gorbehaza-Debrecen)
50 kilometres per hour in built up areas.
90-110 kilometres per hour on open roads.
130 kilometres per hour on motorways.
Police have the power to stop you and ask for on the spot fines. To ensure that you are being dealt with fairly you should ask for a receipt.
The conversion from kilometres to miles per hour is one kilometre = 0.62 miles per hour. Therefore on motorways that speed is 80 miles per hour.
The minimum age for driving in Hungary is 18. Car rental companies may have varying requirements.
The police are on 107, the fire department can be reached at 105 and the Ambulance service is available on 104. Alternatively you can call 112 for all.
The United States Embassy in Hungary is located at Szabadság tér 12
H-1054 Budapest and they can be contacted on (36-1) 475-4400. Their website is http://hungary.usembassy.gov/contact.html
The British Embassy in Hungary is located at Harmincad Utca 6, Budapest 1051 and you can call (36) (1) 266 2888. Their website is http://ukinhungary.fco.gov.uk/en/
Parking in the main cities of Hungary such as Budapest is just as strict as it is in England. If you park illegally you can expect to come back and find a clamp on your car with a phone number to call.
Parking is on a pay as you stay basis. Expect to pay 120-400 HUF per hour from Monday to Friday between the hours of 8 AM and 6 PM. The same costs apply on Saturday but only until noon. Parking is totally free all day on Sunday.
If you park on the street there may be time restrictions on how long you can stay. Alternatively you can park in a lot and stay as long as you want but pay slightly more for the privilege. However most of the main tourist areas have free parking. And parking is permitted on both sides of one-way streets and on the right-hand side of two-way streets.