PÉCS is located in the southern part of Hungary, close to the Coratian border. It is the 5th largest city of the country. The closest airport is in Budapest which is a 2,5 hour drive from Pécs.

How to get to Pécs?

We advise you to travel to Budapest by flight. The most convenient way of traveling to Pécs from the airport is to order an airport shuttle. Here you can find the link to the websites of the most frequently used airport shuttle companies:

TRAVEL4YOU

MECSEK Travel

Norigo Travel

Alternatively, you can use public transportation. 

• Here you can search for the schedule of interurban buses and trains: https://menetrendek.hu/mobile/?lng=en 
• Here you can book your train tickets in advance: https://jegy.mav.hu/
• For public transportation within Budapest, it is recommended to download the BudapestGO app to your phone.
• If you would like to use a taxi within Pécs, Volán Taxi is a reliable company. You can reach them at 06 72 333 333 .

Arrival Date

You can either arrive on the 4th of July (Saturday) or the 5th of July (Sunday). The magnificent Pécs Light Festival takes place that weekend, which is why it is possible for you to arrive on Saturday without any extra charge.

Local Transportation

Your programme fee includes a local bus pass, valid for the entire duration of your stay.

Dormitory placement

You will be placed in a student dormitory (Szalay László dormitory, address: Pécs, Breuer Marcell sétány 2, 7622). The dormitory is located in the city centre and you will be placed in two-bedded rooms. Each housing unit is equipped with two rooms, each featuring a private bathroom and a kitchen. Room allocation will be done randomly by the dormitory unless you have a special request to be placed with someone close to you. The dormitory provides a bedding set; however, if you feel more comfortable having your own, you are welcome to bring a set with you. In addition, the dormitory provides utensils (e.g., plates, cups, forks, etc.) We recommend bringing with you a set of towels, toiletries and hairdryer.

Cost of living

The costs of a stay in Hungary have generally been considered low by European standards. See our guide below, to get an idea of prices:

Food

• a meal in the university canteen: HUF 1,900-2,700 ≈ USD 5-7
• a meal in a restaurant: HUF 3,500-6,000  ≈ USD 9-16
• a nice dinner with expensive drinks: HUF 7,000-10,000 ≈ USD 18-27
• one litre of milk: HUF 500 ≈ USD 1.3
• one bottle of beer: HUF 500-700 ≈ USD 1.4-1.9
• one bottle of red table wine: HUF 1,500-2,500 ≈ USD 4-7
• one litre of bottled water: HUF 250-350  ≈ USD 0.7-1
• one loaf of bread: HUF 800-1,200 ≈ USD 2.2-3.2

 

 

 

Entertainment

• entrance fee for a party: HUF 0-3,000 ≈ USD 0-8
• a cinema ticket: HUF 2,000-3,000 ≈ USD 5.5-8
• a theatre ticket: HUF 2,000-5,000 ≈ USD 5.5-14
• gym pass per month: HUF 9,000-15,000 ≈ USD 24.5-41
• swimming pool: The Pollack Swimming Pool is free for the students of the University, other swimming pools: HUF 1200-2800 ≈ USD 3.3-7.5

 

 

Transportation

• a monthly bus pass for students: HUF 3,710 ≈ USD 10
• a single bus ticket (depending on wether you buy it online or in person): HUF 450-600 ≈ USD 1.2-1.6
• a one-way train ticket to Budapest with a student discount: HUF 2,635 ≈ USD 7.36
• monthly pass for trains, buses, and public transport in Budapest (national travel pass): HUF 1,990 ≈ USD 5.45
• a taxi ride within city limits: ≈ USD 7-16 (depending on the distance)

 

The Hungarian currency is called Forint (HUF, or locally Ft). Forint bills come in 20,000, 10,000, 5,000, 2,000, 1,000, 500 HUF notes, coins are 200, 100, 50, 20, 10, 5 HUF. Credit cards (Visa, Mastercard, American Express) are usually accepted in malls, city centre restaurants and shops. Always check doors for logos of the credit card companies that are accepted in a particular shop. ATMs (cash machines) are widely available.

You can check the current currency rates HERE.

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