The cost of living in Warsaw: move with no stress!

If you plan to spend a period abroad in Warsaw, or you are about to start Erasmus or internship and want to know what it will mean in economic terms, you are in the right place!

With this post we will try to give you all the answers you need and suggestions on how to move and live with little, without neglecting all the pleasures of life... going out with friends and living experiences that make your life rich!

Let's get started!

Let's find out together the cost of living in Warsaw

As you know, Warsaw it is one of cheapest capitals of Europe! And its prices are much lower than in other European metropolises. Let's see in detail some examples of prices! But first of all, what is the currency used in Warsaw? In Warsaw the currency used is the Polish zloty. For you to understand better, 1 € corresponds to 4,58 zloty.

Living in Warsaw: accommodation

The prices of accommodation in Warsaw are affordable!

You will find rooms for rent from 150 € to 300! On our page there are very nice offers of room in shared apartments, entire properties or modern studios, seeing is believing!

If you are interested you can take a look at these rooms, available from next semester:

• Medium-long term room in Warsaw, close to the university.
• Room in a shared apartment with 4 other rooms available, if you leave with some friend or friend.
• Room in a very welcoming house, perfect for your time abroad

On the other hand, you will have to check if the expenses for utility bills are included, if not, calculate that you could get to spend just over 150 € per for electricity, heating, air conditioning, water, garbage)for an apartment of about 85m2 (to be shared with the roommates in case you share the accommodation).

Regarding Internet on the other hand, very important for digital nomads and students, the price per month is around 13€.

Eating in Warsaw

If you are moving to Warsaw, you will definitely need to find your favorite restaurants where to eat in Warsaw, or do the shopping and often it is precisely the prices that guide us in this choice. The average price of restaurants in Warsaw, for a full meal is 7-8€! Well yes! You heard right... so I would say that it's just a matter of moving around the city and discovering traditional flavors and dishes, knowing that every week you can enjoy more lunches and more dinners out with friends!

To explore more Polish cuisine, you can take a look at our Guide regarding Gastronomy of Poland and traditional dishes, you will not find specific information about what to eat in Warsaw, but all the typical dishes you can find in Poland to get ready for a new gastronomic culture!

Some restaurants in Warsaw:

• Qchnia Arty
• Restaurant Rozana
• Stara Kamienica
• Star Dom
• Delica
• Broarm

What if I want to move around Warsaw?

As for transport in Warsaw, a simple bus ride does not exceed 4.40 zł (1€), while for public transport valid 24 hours in Zone 1, you will have to pay only 15 zł (3.30€).

Of course, as soon as you arrive in Poland you will have to reach the city center, so what will be the cost of a taxy to get to Warsaw?

From the airport to the city center the price is quite expensive, 160zł (35,30€), but if you share it with 4 more people it be a convenient solution!

Living in Poland, in Warsaw

We understand therefore that the cost of living in Warsaw is not at all expensive and therefore visiting Warsaw can be convenient especially if you plan to stay abroad for a while.

Often, those who have to do an Erasmus abroad choose it as a destination precisely because of its prices and because, as everyone knows, beer there is really cheap! By the way, it is located in a strategic location that will allow you to visit many cities or countries of Northern and Eastern Europe... it will be impossible for you to get bored!

If you have decided to leave, do not forget about us! When you return you can share with other young people like you your experience on our blog, Sharing is Caring!

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