Studies have estimated that students and researchers in Spain spend an average of 900 and 1100€ per month on living expenses, depending on the city. The differences are due mainly to the cost of accommodation (renting a flat, living in a university residence, etc.) which tends to be higher in the larger cities. On the other hand, food prices and the cost of other services tend to be quite similar all over Spain.

How much?

A loaf of bread: 0.80€

Coffee: 1.25€

Soft drink or beer in a bar: 2€

Sándwich: 3.50€

Litre of milk: 0.80€

Set meal in a normal restaurant: 11€

Set meal in a fast food restaurant: 6.50€

Metro or bus ticket: 1.00€

Ten-journey transport ticket: 7.50€

Student’s monthly transport ticket: 40€

Return High-speed train or plane ticket from Madrid-Barcelona: 100€

Litre of petrol: 1.05€

Newspaper: 1.10€

Museum ticket with student discount: 3€

Cinema ticket with student discount: 5€

Film rental: 3€

Internet connection: 30€/month

Gym: 30-50€/month

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