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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 at Zurich Airport with Vast Car Rental
Taking a some time to look for the best deal can seem a little 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 car hire deal for you. These tips will help you make the most of your booking search:Pick-up options
Collect your rental car at the airport with ease by selecting the right pick-up option for you. You could collect your car at the airport, be met by Vast Car Rental staff or even get a shuttle bus to the pick-up location. Whatever you'd prefer, Vast Car Rental could offer you a range of options. Just start your car hire search and filter by 'Pick-up' options.
No waiting around
Beat the queues by booking a car hire 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 deal.
Try electric or hybrid
Want to travel with less impact on the planet and drive with fewer pit stops? With Vast Car Rental, you could rent an electric or hybrid car. Just tick ‘electric’ or ‘hybrid’ when you do your search.
Go automatic
If you prefer to drive an automatic car, Vast Car Rental has got you covered. With automatic car hire options available at Zurich Airport, 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 Vast Car Rental 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 for a full month could be cheaper than three weeks.
Rent a car when under 25
Looking to rent a car with Vast Car Rental at Zurich Airport 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 with Vast Car Rental? It could make sense to consider other companies too. The top car hire companies most people book with at Zurich Airport are Alamo, Green Motion and Hertz. The cheapest car hire companies at Zurich Airport are Alamo, Green Motion and Enterprise. Take a look today and see if you could get a better car hire deal with another company.
