Bucharest
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Romania63/100

Erasmus in Bucharest

In Bucharest (Romania), a one-bedroom flat outside the centre costs about €419 a month, a monthly transport pass €20 and a beer €3 (Numbeo, July 2026).

The little Paris of the Balkans. Eclectic architecture and wild nightlife.

Bucharest at a glance

How this city scores across what matters most for an Erasmus year.

  • Nightlife
    95
  • Affordability
    95
  • Safety
    70
  • Vibe
    70
  • Connections
    70
  • Food
    60
  • Academics
    50
  • Housing
    50
  • Weather
    40
  • Nature
    30

Cost of living in Bucharest

€419

1-bed flat / month

€3

Beer

€20

Monthly transport

A one-bedroom flat outside the centre in Bucharest costs about €419 a month: 51% below the average of the 56 MyErasmus cities (€859). It is the cheapest of 56.

Source: Numbeo, July 2026. Data retrieved in July 2026: 1-bedroom flat outside the centre, monthly pass and a beer. Reference prices, not an offer; actual rent depends on each case.

Universities in Bucharest

  • Academia de Politie Alexandru Ioan Cuza
  • Academy of Agricultural and Forestry Sciences
  • Artifex University
  • Athenaeum University
  • Bioterra University Bucharest
  • Bucharest National University of Arts
  • Bucharest University of Economic Studies
  • Carol Davila University of Medicine and Pharmacy
  • Carol I National Defence University
  • Dimitrie Cantemir Christian University

Bucharest WhatsApp groups 27/28

Opening between May and July — costs, universities and how the groups work, ready now for 27/28

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The MyErasmus app is coming to Bucharest

  • Plans: parties, trips and what’s on in Bucharest this week
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  • Rooms in Bucharest: from students and verified businesses, filter by price
  • Community: ask people already in Bucharest, or the Europe-wide forum

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Frequently asked questions

Is Bucharest a good city for Erasmus?▾
Bucharest scores especially well on Nightlife, Affordability, Safety, with an overall score of 63/100. It's a highly rated Erasmus destination among international students.
How expensive is Erasmus in Bucharest?▾
Cost of living in Bucharest varies by neighbourhood — see the reference prices (Numbeo, July 2026) for a one-bedroom flat outside the centre, a beer and monthly transport below.
How do I meet other Erasmus students in Bucharest?▾
Join the Bucharest Erasmus WhatsApp communities and ESN events to meet other students from day one.

Scores are indicative, based on aggregated student feedback and public data. Always double-check current prices and details.