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Driving in Zurich: What to expect on the road
Documents you'll need You’ll need a full licence, passport and credit card. To rent a car in Zurich, bring your driving licence, passport and credit card. An International Driving Permit (IDP) is recommended in Zurich if your licence is not in English or from a European country.
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Navigating city driving Clear roads, but trams and signs need focus. Driving in Zurich is smooth, but you’ll need to watch for tram lines, cyclists and detailed signage. Navigation apps help avoid restricted turns and low-speed zones in the centre. |
Tolls, emissions zones and charges A motorway toll pass is required for Swiss roads. Zurich itself doesn’t have toll booths, but motorways require a vignette — a prepaid toll sticker. It’s usually included with hire cars, but always check before setting off. |
Parking your car in Zurich Parking is expensive and time-limited. Street parking in Zurich is paid and often restricted to short stays. Blue zones allow limited free parking with a disc. Use public car parks or hotel parking for longer visits. |
Finding fuel or charging points Fuel is easy to find — EV charging is reliable. Petrol stations are common, though less frequent in the city centre. EV charging stations in Zurich are well distributed — use Swisscharge, Electromaps or PlugShare to find a nearby option. |
Local driving style and tips Driving is calm and rules are followed. Local driving rules in Zurich are strictly enforced. Expect clear signage, disciplined traffic and trams that always have right of way. Stick to speed limits and don’t block junctions. |
Get the best car hire deal with Surprice in Zurich
Looking for a great car hire deal can seem daunting. But Skyscanner does the hard work for you. In a matter of seconds, we scan hundreds of trusted travel providers so you can pick the best deal for you. These tips will help you make the most of your booking search:No waiting around
Beat the queues by booking a deal that lets you pick up your rental car without the hassle. With self-service pick-up there’s no queuing to get keys or hand documents over. Which means more time on the road and less time hanging around rental offices. Simply tick ‘Self-service pick-up’ when you’re searching for a car rental deal.
Try electric or hybrid
Want to travel with less impact on the planet and drive with fewer pit stops? Try a lower emission vehicle by hiring an electric or hybrid car with Surprice. Just tick ‘electric’ or ‘hybrid’ when you do your search.
Go automatic
If you prefer to drive an automatic car, Surprice has got you covered. With automatic car hire options available in Zurich, you won't have to worry about driving a manual. Tick ‘automatic’ when you start your search, and we’ll do the rest.
Rent a car long term, if you need to
Looking to rent a car with Surprice for a little longer than a couple of weeks? No problem. Just enter your preferred dates when you search and we’ll show you what’s available. Keep in mind that renting a car for a full month could be cheaper than three weeks.
Rent a car when under 25
Looking to rent a car with Surprice in Zurich and are under 25? No stress! You can. Just bear in mind that rental companies may apply extra charges and restrictions. When you start your search, simply un-tick ‘Driver aged between 25 - 75’ and enter how old you are.
Go with the right company
Not set on renting a car with Surprice? It could make sense to consider other companies too. The top car hire companies most people book with in Zurich are Alamo, Europcar and Green Motion. The cheapest car hire companies in Zurich are EV Adventure, teslify and Surprice. Take a look today and see if you could get a better car hire deal with another company.
