Living costs

Local Transportation

You can buy a pass for local transportation in Budapest, which is valid for all means of public transport (metro, buses, trolley-buses, and trams).

Check out the Getting Around section to find more information about local transportation.

Meals

Accommodation usually includes breakfast, and participants need to cover the rest of their daily meals. For information about meals and recommended places for lunch and snacks around the university, please check the Information Brochure.

Accommodation in the CEU Residence Center

35 EUR/night in a single room (breakfast included)
22 EUR/night/person in a shared double room (breakfast included)

Summary of estimated expenses

1-week course

Airport Transfer:
-by MiniBud Airport: 11,000 HUF (return transfer)
-by city transport Airport buses: 1,500 HUF (one-way ticket)
City transport: 6,500 HUF
Meals: 34,000-36,000 HUF

+ travel and incidentals

2-week course

Airport Transfer:
-by MiniBud Airport: 11,000 HUF (return transfer)
-by city transport Airport buses: 1,500 HUF (one-way ticket)
City transport: 6,500 HUF
Meals: 65,000-70,000 HUF

+ travel and incidentals