Traveling to SSIP 2006
Since SSIP 2006 participants are expected from several countries,
they are probably to arrive by different means of transportation
to Hungary, and to Szeged. Here are some guidance to as how to approach
your final destination, that is, Szeged, the University buildings
and the dormitory. Should you need any further assistance, please
contact the organizers via email at ssip@inf.u-szeged.hu.
Arriving in Budapest by plain
Fly to Ferihegy International Airport in Budapest (BUD). You can
rent a car at the airport and drive directly to Szeged. (See driving
instructions below.) Or get into the city by some means of local
transport bus from there. (See below.)
Getting into Budapest
The local bus service "Reptér-busz" runs between Ferihegy 2 and
the Underground terminus Kõbánya-Kispest. From the terminus,
take the M3 metro line to Nyugati Station. For these buses and the
metro you need BKV pre-purchased ticket (HUF 185/single ticket).
Air Traffic and Airport Administration (LRI) operates city minibus
service from and to Ferihegy Airport. Buy your ticket in the transit
hall or at the LRI Airport Passanger Service desk located in the
main passanger hall.
You may also take a taxi at the airport, however, it is quite expensive
compared to the other opportunities.
From Budapest to Szeged
Szeged is served by trains from the Nyugati Station. The station
can be reached by metro (M3). You are advised to take Intercity
trains when available, as these are more convenient and faster.
There are also bus routes to Szeged served from Népstadion station.
The bus terminal is also on metro route (M2).
By train
Szeged can be reached by frequent trains from the Nyugati Station
in Budapest. Please check the timetable.
One way tickets cost HUF 2030 (2nd class) and HUF 520 extra for
InterCity trains.
By bus
Szeged can also be reached by bus routes from the Népstadion
Station in Budapest. Tickets cost about HUF 2500, one way. For the
timetable, please inquire at the bus stations.
By car
Follow freeway M5 (E75) from Budapest to Szeged (toll road).
Local transportation in Szeged
In geneal, you probably do not need to use any local transportation
while attending the Summer School, since everything you may want
to reach in the town (dormitory, lecture hall, computer labs, downtown)
is in a walking distance. However, if you need to get somewhere
and do not feel like walking there, there are three tram lines (1,
3, 4), trolley lines (5, 7, 8, 9), and several bus lines with frequent
stops and change locations to get you basically anywhere in town.
To ride on any of these vehicles you need a valid pass. Single tickets
(HUF 140), daily tickets (HUF 500), weekly tickets (HUF 1.750) can
be purchased at kiosks near major stops and change points. Single
tickets can also be purchased at the driver for HUF 190.
From the dormitory to the lecture hall
The dormitory is just a walk distance from the University buildings
where the daily activities will take place. For your convenience,
at least on the first morning, local personnel will walk you from
the dormitory to the lecture hall.
Maps
Please find maps of the city here
or a map with the most inportant landmarks
highlighted.
Currency
The local currency in Hungary is Hungarian Forint (HUF). For current
exchange rates please visit The Universal
Currency Converter Services.
There are several ATM machines in downtown Szeged where you can
withdraw cash from your VISA/MasterCard, and many bank branches
where you can cash travellers checks. You may also use your VISA/MasterCard
for purchase at several shops and supermarkets.
Special assistance
If you need special assistance, please notify
the organizers as soon as you know your itinerary. We will try
to assist participants arriving at the Szeged railway station.